Workshops for Groups / Adults

 Workshops and short courses can be tailored for the needs and interests of your group. 
Many courses can be facilitated using online technology such as Zoom.  Please feel free to get in touch to discuss options. 

Garden design for beginners

Begin the process of creating your dream garden with this beginner's garden design course. Learn the basic principles of garden design. Begin to plan your garden by creating a mood board to focus your ideas and help visualise the dream. This course provides ideas and lots of inspiration to help you make the most of your outdoor space.

Bamboo Tray
​decpoupage crafting

Home décor workshops include decorating your own bamboo tray. During this workshop, you'll learn how to colour wash your tray before decorating it using a technique called decoupage. You'll choose from a range of colours and paper patterns to decorate and personalise your tray. Materials can be supplied including a tray approx 41cm x 8.5cm. 

Flower Arranging
on a budget

Popular zoom course for groups! Learn the basics of fresh flower arranging, and how to make different styles of arrangements. Learn to use flowers in season and how plants from the garden can be used for cost effective florals.  This course can also include using artificial flowers to create lasting arrangements such as wreaths, and table centrepieces.

Container gardening

Popular in Spring, Summer and Autumn for groups! Learn to use containers to bring colour and seasonal interest into the garden. Plant up your own seasonal pot & learn how to look after it. Learn tips to extend the life of your plants. This workshop can also include container gardening for small spaces, and grow edibles, flowers, and herbs in pots.  ​Suitable for beginners and improvers! 

Glass Recycle workshop
​MINI VASEs 

This is a great workshop for groups with a low budget for creative courses. Learn how easy it is to create adorable vases using recycled glass jars and inexpensive materials. This workshop encourages recycling, reusing and reducing waste. You'll decorate the vases with recycled jewellery. Perfect for the home as well as community settings, charity events, etc. 

Birdhouse  Decoupage

Decorate a bird house for the garden. Choose your colour and design pattern, and learn to apply the art of 'decoupage' to create your decorated piece, which looks painted but is easier to master.  Suitable for beginners; no previous experience is necessary. A great workshop for all ages! 

Mosaics DIY
​Furniture Upcycle

During this creative short course, you’ll learn how to use tiles and broken pottery to mosaic a small piece of furniture such as a table (not supplied). Materials will be provided at the first session for your introductory piece. You'll then need to purchase materials to complete your individual project. Suitable for beginners.

Beginners
Rock painting

Rock painting is becoming very popular for all ages! Learn how to prime and paint rocks. You'll learn 3 different ways to paint rocks: using acrylics and paint brush to paint a design such as a bee or lady bird, how to use a technique called decoupage to deocrate rocks, and learn the popular 'mandela' technique for rock painting (example pictured). This is a fun course for relaxation and mindfulness.

Furniture Makeover
Upcycle

Transform a small piece of furniture you would otherwise take to a charity shop. You'll have access to sandpaper and several shades of paint to change the look of your piece. This is a great way to repurpose a small piece of furniture such as a table, wood candlesticks, mirror or other small household item.

Gardening 
​Courses

​Group gardening courses for beginners and improvers! Workshop themes include how to grow flowers, herbs and vegetables; planting seasonal tubs and containers; growing from seed; garden design for beginners, and plant care. Materials for practical sessions can be supplied. For flower enthusiasts, flower arranging with plants from the garden can also be included! 

Mindfulness
​CrafT Workshops

NEW! Mindfulness crafting is a great way to work with your hands and let any worries or stresses slip away. Relax and craft with a workshop or short course. Enjoy the process of making your own unique project. Themes include button crafting, decoupage, card making and journaling. Online Zoom classes are available for groups.

aUtumn craft workshops

Available for group bookings. Autumn is a great time for crafting whether its making a door wreath or transforming a household item into something fresh and new. Choose a rustic or modern look, learn paint effects and decoupage crafting to upcycle an item of choice. Learn tips and techniques to transform a small household piece of furniture. Suitable for beginners.