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NZ’s first Certified Bob Ross Instructor, Malcolm Sime, will prove to you that if you can hold a pen and write, you can hold a brush and paint. Come along and create a landscape oil painting from scratch to take away at the end of the day! All art materials included in course fee.

Bob Ross Painting Techniques! Make sure your week ends in style with a relaxing "Paint & Pizza" Friday evening! Enjoy meeting other like-minded people over some pizza, and then move on to creating your own painting. All materials (and pizza!) included in course fee.

A chance to experiment with watercolour paints and different sorts of paper - no experience needed. All materials included in course fee.

Come along and find out how easy it is to make your very own beeswax candles to give your home a delightful ambience! All materials included in course fee.

In this half day crochet special, you will get the patterns to make stars, and icicles, mini wreaths, a mini Christmas jumper, Christmas tree and gifts bunting and a cute mini Christmas hat. Please bring some 4 or 8 ply smooth yarn and a crochet hook - see full description for suitable types of yarn.

Come make a Christmas wreath using a combination of evergreen fresh foliage and dried flowers. All materials included in course fee.

Bring along your much-loved clothes, make a pattern and get useful tips, techniques and sizing rules. Not for beginners. A list of what else to bring will be emailed out before the course starts.

Learn professional trouser sewing techniques and the correct process in which to make trousers. Sampling will include a fly front zipper, inseam pocket, waistband application and optional hemming methods. These versatile techniques are applicable to both casual (jeans) and formal wear garments. Not for beginners.

Not all sewing is in the making. Whether you are new to sewing or have been sewing for some time, there are always new tips and time-saving tricks to learn (such as how to unpick overlocking efficiently). Step away from the sewing machine and learn some invaluable information on equipment, fabric, patterns and sewing.

Want to learn to sew quickly? Get the essentials in this one-day workshop and take away your own lined bag, lots of ideas and skills to carry on sewing! A list of materials to bring (approximate cost $50) will be sent out before the course starts.

Gain the confidence and skills to maintain your bicycle in good working order, and to diagnose and fix some mechanical problems. Get familiar with bicycle terms and tools and learn through practical experience. Bring your pushbike along on the day. If you have the following items, please bring them along as well: a multi-tool and pump; chain oil and rag; a pair of lightweight close-fitting gardening or rubber gloves.

Get to grips with basic maintenance of your vehicle. Find out what to look for in the event of a breakdown and more. This course is not suitable for electric vehibles (EV).

A practical workshop where you’ll make a round of farmhouse style cheddar and take it home in a cheese press which is yours to keep. All ingredients (and a cheese press) included in course fee.

Indian food is one of the great cuisines of the world and creates robust fully-flavoured vegan dishes. Learn how to create intense and delicious flavours with freshly prepared spices and herbs. All ingredients included in course fee.

Masala is the Indian word for curry. Spend the day making a range of curries both from scratch and by adapting spice packets, for family meals and special occasions. All ingredients included in course fee.

Get to grips with basic maintenance of your vehicle. Find out what to look for in the event of a breakdown and more. This course is not suitable for electric vehibles (EV).

Bring along your much-loved clothes, make a pattern and get useful tips, techniques and sizing rules. Not for beginners. A list of what else to bring will be emailed out before the course starts.

A chance to experiment with watercolour paints and different sorts of paper - no experience needed. All materials included in course fee.

Want to learn to sew quickly? Get the essentials in this one-day workshop and take away your own lined bag, lots of ideas and skills to carry on sewing! A list of materials to bring (approximate cost $50) will be sent out before the course starts.

Come along and find out how easy it is to make your very own beeswax candles to give your home a delightful ambience! All materials included in course fee.

Gain the confidence and skills to maintain your bicycle in good working order, and to diagnose and fix some mechanical problems. Get familiar with bicycle terms and tools and learn through practical experience. Bring your pushbike along on the day. If you have the following items, please bring them along as well: a multi-tool and pump; chain oil and rag; a pair of lightweight close-fitting gardening or rubber gloves.

Not all sewing is in the making. Whether you are new to sewing or have been sewing for some time, there are always new tips and time-saving tricks to learn (such as how to unpick overlocking efficiently). Step away from the sewing machine and learn some invaluable information on equipment, fabric, patterns and sewing.

Learn professional trouser sewing techniques and the correct process in which to make trousers. Sampling will include a fly front zipper, inseam pocket, waistband application and optional hemming methods. These versatile techniques are applicable to both casual (jeans) and formal wear garments. Not for beginners.

NZ’s first Certified Bob Ross Instructor, Malcolm Sime, will prove to you that if you can hold a pen and write, you can hold a brush and paint. Come along and create a landscape oil painting from scratch to take away at the end of the day! All art materials included in course fee.

Bob Ross Painting Techniques! Make sure your week ends in style with a relaxing "Paint & Pizza" Friday evening! Enjoy meeting other like-minded people over some pizza, and then move on to creating your own painting. All materials (and pizza!) included in course fee.

In this half day crochet special, you will get the patterns to make stars, and icicles, mini wreaths, a mini Christmas jumper, Christmas tree and gifts bunting and a cute mini Christmas hat. Please bring some 4 or 8 ply smooth yarn and a crochet hook - see full description for suitable types of yarn.

Come make a Christmas wreath using a combination of evergreen fresh foliage and dried flowers. All materials included in course fee.