We have an exciting variety of SUSTAINABLE tduuyfCRAFT and SEWING WORKSHOPScoming up at
East Coburg Community HouseBeginning this Saturday 28 October these workshops are a perfect way to pick up new skills, upcycle old clothing, reduce plastic waste and recycle materials. Great ideas for making your own gifts!Sustainable Craft Workshops
by Emma Grace : Kokedama
Saturday 28 October
1 – 3 pm
Learn the Japanese art of binding plants into stunning living works of art using suitable plants, colourful string and a bit of gentle persuasion.
$40 ($30 conc.) $10 materials
Beeswax Wraps
Saturday 4 November
1 – 3 pm
Be part of the solution - learn to make beeswax wraps to keep food fresh and hygienic without using single-use plastics.
$40 ($30 conc.) $10 materials
Talismans
Saturday 2 December
1 – 3 pm
Use colourful recycled materials to create your own festive Talismans. Imbue them with ‘good luck’ while meditating on goals and things that make your hearts sing!
$40 ($30 conc.) $5 materials
About the teacher:
Emma Grace is a facilitator and contemporary jeweller passionate about incorporating sustainability into her work. She was featured in The Age Melbourne Magazine’s Top 100 most inspiring and influential people for her initiatives combining craft and sustainability. Emma has taught workshops for schools, councils, community centres and festivals for over 10 years. She has extensive experience working with diverse groups of people and thrives on creating a positive environment in which participants can flourish.
Sewing Workshops
By Stitches of Brunswick:
Make Your Own Upcycled Shopping Bags
Saturday 11 November
10.30 am – 1.30 pm
Bring along an old tshirt, pillowcase or other fabric and learn how to make a reusable shopping tote and produce bags. A good beginners sewing project.
$15 per person
Make Your Own Underwear
Saturday 18 November
10.30 am – 1.30 pm
Underwear is cheap and easy to make from recycled materials - come along and learn how to make your own undies, bring some stretch cotton or an old tshirt to upcycle into knickers. Intermediate sewing project. Skill level: basic sewing skills recommended.
$15 per person
Make Your Own Leggings
Saturday 25 November
10.30 am – 1.30 pm
Surprisingly cheap and easy to make, these wardrobe essentials are a great beginners project for those with basic sewing machine familiarity.
$15 per person
Important information:
*Bring your own sewing machine or use ours. We have limited machines so get in quick to borrow one.
*Limited places, enrolments are essential for all sessions by calling 9913 5472
About Stitches of Brunswick:
Stitches of Brunswick comprises organisational director Laura, and instructor Rachel. Rachel is a Brunswick based dressmaker with 20 years experience making everything from wedding gowns and millinery to swimwear and mens' suits. Laura is a Sustainability Activist with a passion for zero waste and the circular economy. Stitches of Brunswick creates a relaxed group atmosphere where participants at any skill level, from total beginnner to advanced can learn to make wonderful new things from old materials.
To register for any of these courses please contact East Coburg Community House:
Call: 9913 5472
Email: eastcoburgch@moreland.vic.gov.auFind us at: 32 Nicholson St, Coburg
The Coburg Community Houses are friendly, welcoming community houses where you can make new friends, gain new skills, share ideas and experiences. Community houses offer social, recreational, educational, and support programs for people of all of the community!Moreland City Council acknowledges the traditional owners of the land in which we work, the Wurundjeri people. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waterways and community. We pay our respects to them and their culture, and to their Elders past, present and future.
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