Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday 18 June 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero [...]
Lampshade Tutorial
ONLINE
Thursday 22 June 2023
Online
This workshop is a demonstration workshop. This is like a "try before you buy" way of learning how to make a lampshade. This is your opportunity to see how easy it is to make a lampshade before you buy a kit from our online store. Our kits come with very comprehensive instructions and are easy [...]
Introduction to Sewing
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 24 June 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Sewing is a life skill! More and more people are interested in learning the skills to help them: create their own clothing repair and adjust existing garments make their own soft furnishings Now, more than ever, people are keen to understand the sewing process so that they can be active participants in creating their own [...]
Crochet Squares
FACE-to-FACE workshop
Sunday 25 June 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Come along and learn the basics of crochet – learn to chain stitch, slip stitch and treble crochet and then how to combine all three. The next step is to learn the ever popular traditional square! These are fun and easy! Keep it simple and classic or combine lots of colours to create a happy go [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Friday 30 June 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero [...]
Lined Tote Bag
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 1 July
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Fabulous, practical, stylish and unique! Learn the basics of tote bag making, including box corners and an internal pocket. And then, once you have a handle (sorry for the pun) on the techniques, play around with the proportions to create bags to suit you and your needs! This project is perfect for creating gifts… and [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday 2 July 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero [...]
Lampshade Tutorial
ONLINE
Wednesday 5 July 2023
Online
This workshop is a demonstration workshop. This is like a "try before you buy" way of learning how to make a lampshade. This is your opportunity to see how easy it is to make a lampshade before you buy a kit from our online store. Our kits come with very comprehensive instructions and are easy [...]
ModularME – Nicci Dress
Online Tutorial
Thursday 6 July 2023
Online
Learn how to make the Nicci Dress We’ll cover step-by-step what is involved in creating this fabulous style. Register to: Watch live and participate in the Q & A Access the recording and PDF work sheets if the date and time don’t work for you Features of this dress: V Neck Module Mid Line Yoke [...]
Gingham Crochet Throw
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 8 July
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Gingham Crochet Throw Gingham check is a classic design that originated in 18th century and is still widely included in fashion through to home decor today. The gingham pattern lends itself so well to this luxurious wool blanket. In this workshop you'll learn the stitches and techniques specifically required to create a gingham crocheted blanket. [...]
Debra Hood x Hero and Rocket Lamps
FACE-to-FACE Workshop
Friday 21 July
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Rocket and Hero Lamps with Debra Hood Art Panels We love a great collaboration! Join us for this very special workshop event that celebrates Brisbane artist Debra Hood! Take the stunning streetscape art of Debra Hood, and marry it with a unique lamp base system designed and built in Brisbane. Right there you have a [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday 23 July 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero [...]
Lampshade Tutorial
ONLINE
Wednesday 26 July 2023
Online
This workshop is a demonstration workshop. This is like a "try before you buy" way of learning how to make a lampshade. This is your opportunity to see how easy it is to make a lampshade before you buy a kit from our online store. Our kits come with very comprehensive instructions and are easy [...]
Muckadilla Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 5 August 2023
Muckadilla Hall
49093 Warrego Highway, Muckadilla, QLD, Australia
Yes - we are bringing our lampshade workshop to Muckadilla! Not only that, we are bringing a trailer full of our favourite fabrics. So get ready for some creative fun! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Check our Lampshade Inspiration Gallery Create your [...]
Muckadilla Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday Morning 6 August 2023
Muckadilla Hall
49093 Warrego Highway, Muckadilla, QLD, Australia
Yes - we are bringing our lampshade workshop to Muckadilla! Not only that, we are bringing a trailer full of our favourite fabrics. So get ready for some creative fun! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard [...]
Muckadilla Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday Afternoon 6 August 2023
Muckadilla Hall
49093 Warrego Highway, Muckadilla, QLD, Australia
Yes - we are bringing our lampshade workshop to Muckadilla! Not only that, we are bringing a trailer full of our favourite fabrics. So get ready for some creative fun! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Check our Lampshade Inspiration Gallery Create your [...]
Introduction to Sewing
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 12 August 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Sewing is a life skill! More and more people are interested in learning the skills to help them: create their own clothing repair and adjust existing garments make their own soft furnishings Now, more than ever, people are keen to understand the sewing process so that they can be active participants in creating their own [...]
Crochet Squares
FACE-to-FACE workshop
Saturday 12 August 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Come along and learn the basics of crochet – learn to chain stitch, slip stitch and treble crochet and then how to combine all three. The next step is to learn the ever popular traditional square! These are fun and easy! Keep it simple and classic or combine lots of colours to create a happy go [...]
Gingham Crochet Throw
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 19 August 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Gingham Crochet Throw Gingham check is a classic design that originated in 18th century and is still widely included in fashion through to home decor today. The gingham pattern lends itself so well to this luxurious wool blanket. In this workshop you'll learn the stitches and techniques specifically required to create a gingham crocheted blanket. [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday 20 August 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero of a [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Friday 25 August 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero of a [...]
Piped Cushions
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 26 August 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Piped cushions are so good! In this workshop you will learn to created beautiful piping to create that professional finish to your cushions. In the workshop you will learn: The secrets of great piping techniques – how to cover piping cord with fabric How to insert an invisible zip How to create a piped cushion [...]
Introduction to Crochet
FACE-TO-FACE workshop
Sunday 27 August 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Whip up a blanket! Are you yarning to learn something new? (Pun intended). Something to potter away at while sitting in the corner of the couch with a cuppa? This workshop will be held in our studio, and due to COVID restrictions we have restricted the number of attendees. We will also ask you to [...]
Lampshade Tutorial
ONLINE
Tuesday 29 August 2023
Online
This workshop is a demonstration workshop. This is like a "try before you buy" way of learning how to make a lampshade. This is your opportunity to see how easy it is to make a lampshade before you buy a kit from our online store. Our kits come with very comprehensive instructions and are easy [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Friday 1 September 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero of a [...]
Bench Seats
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 2 September 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Create your own or bench seat in one easy lesson! Stamp your flair on your home with a practical piece of occasional furniture. You choose the length to suit your own needs…. a bench seat for the foot of your bed, extra seating for your living space, a signature piece to add impact in an [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday 10 September 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero of a [...]
Introduction to Sewing
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 16 September 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Sewing is a life skill! More and more people are interested in learning the skills to help them: create their own clothing repair and adjust existing garments make their own soft furnishings Now, more than ever, people are keen to understand the sewing process so that they can be active participants in creating their own [...]
Lined Tote Bag
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 23 September
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Fabulous, practical, stylish and unique! Learn the basics of tote bag making, including box corners and an internal pocket. And then, once you have a handle (sorry for the pun) on the techniques, play around with the fabrics and proportions to create bags to suit you and your needs! This project is perfect for creating [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday 24 September 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero of a [...]
Lampshade Tutorial
ONLINE
Wednesday 4 October 2023
Online
This workshop is a demonstration workshop. This is like a "try before you buy" way of learning how to make a lampshade. This is your opportunity to see how easy it is to make a lampshade before you buy a kit from our online store. Our kits come with very comprehensive instructions and are easy [...]
Creative Florals
Face-to-Face Workshop
Saturday 7 October 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Join Cath Derksema to learn the tricks of designing and hand painting the flowers of your dreams..along with coordinating designs of delight!! Learn how to develop and hand paint a series of amazing florals! The table will be full of flowers to inspire, as Cath guides you through various processes and techniques, to develop your [...]
Botanical Embroidery
Face-to-Face Workshop
Sunday 8 October 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Discover the power of stitching to enhance printed floral designs!! This workshop is all about embellishment! Beautiful, enriching, delicious embroidery! The table will be full of flowers to inspire, as Cath guides you through various processes and techniques, to develop your own beautiful work. Colour will override everything! OPTION 1 Bring along your own painted [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Friday 13 October 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero of a [...]
Foldover Zippered Clutch
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 14 October 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Imagine tailoring your own clutch purse to coordinate with your outfits! Or creating stunning clutch purses as gifts for friends! This slimline clutch is adaptable and just as at home at a night out with the girls as it is with a quick dash to the shops! There are lots of great sewing skills to [...]
Flower Motif Crocheted Squares
Saturday 14 October 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Imagine surprising a friend or family member who’s just had a baby with a gorgeous handmade cotton blanket. Or a grand-daughter with a delightful dolls blanket. It’s possible to create these beautiful delicately patterned crochet squares using some simple crochet stitches! In this workshop you’ll learn how to apply your existing crochet knowledge to create [...]
Open Studio
and ModularME Showcase
Sunday 15 October 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
We are throwing the doors open wide!!! Come join us for our Open Studio and ModularME Showcase. Here’s your big chance to: Go in the draw to WIN a ModularME Sewing Adventure Pack valued at $237 or one of five handmade Apple Pin Cushions Visit our studios in person without having to book into a [...]
Introduction to Sewing
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 21 October 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Sewing is a life skill! More and more people are interested in learning the skills to help them: create their own clothing repair and adjust existing garments make their own soft furnishings Now, more than ever, people are keen to understand the sewing process so that they can be active participants in creating their own [...]
Lampshade Tutorial
ONLINE
Thursday 2 November 2023
Online
This workshop is a demonstration workshop. This is like a "try before you buy" way of learning how to make a lampshade. This is your opportunity to see how easy it is to make a lampshade before you buy a kit from our online store. Our kits come with very comprehensive instructions and are easy [...]
Chunky Crocheted Baskets
FACE-to-FACE workshop
Saturday 4 November
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Working with beautiful chunky yarn, learn the techniques to create storage containers with texture! These baskets are handy for organising, housing indoor plants and make beautiful handmade additions to your home or gifts for someone special. What the workshop covers: You’ll be guided through each step of the pattern and shown tips and tricks along [...]
Bed Head Workshop
At The Nest
Sunday 5 November 2023
The Nest Community
The Sheds, 264 South Pine Road, Brendale, Queensland, Australia
Make your own stunning bed head in one workshop session! This worksop will be held at The Nest Community in Brendale. Two styles available - please choose at checkout: Wrap-around edges with covered buttons Wrap around edges with studs (Silver or Bronze) Size choices: King Single 111cm wide Double 141cm wide Queen 157cm wide King [...]
Nup-to-the-Cup Lampshade Lunch
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Tuesday 7 November 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Want some fun on Melbourne Cup Day but don’t rate the gee gees! Come make a lampshade with us! Included: Bubbles A couple of fun giveaways! A light lunch Lampshade tuition Fascinators are purely optional but feel free to frock it up!!! Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same [...]
Kordez Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday 12 November 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
KORDEZ LAMP A Ministry of Handmade exclusive! Beautiful lighting can really change a room adding warmth, character and texture. Our KORDEZ LAMP has been designed with clean simple lines, with minimal detail but maximum impact. When it’s turned off it is a sculptural piece in its own right, but when it is turned on…WOW! The [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Friday 17 November 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero of a [...]
Introduction to Sewing
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 18 November 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Sewing is a life skill! More and more people are interested in learning the skills to help them: create their own clothing repair and adjust existing garments make their own soft furnishings Now, more than ever, people are keen to understand the sewing process so that they can be active participants in creating their own [...]
Foldover Zippered Clutch
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 18 November 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Imagine tailoring your own clutch purse to coordinate with your outfits! Or creating stunning clutch purses as gifts for friends! This slimline clutch is adaptable and just as at home at a night out with the girls as it is with a quick dash to the shops! There are lots of great sewing skills to [...]
Rattan-look Cuffed Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Friday 24 November 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Maximum Texture, Maximum impact!! Learn how to create a cuffed lampshade with a rattan-look fabric. On the day of the workshop, you can choose: Style of shade: drum or empire Size of shade: see below A range of trim colours Cost: $145.00 for a these sizes* 30cm drum 35cm drum 23cm/33cm empire *If upgrading to [...]
Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday 26 November 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Visit us and enjoy the Ministry of Handmade advantage! We use the same techniques that the professional lampshade makers use . . . no sewing, no glueing! Create your own professional standard drum or empire lampshade from scratch. Using fabric of your choice, make a new décor item that will be the hero of a [...]
Block Bag
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Saturday 2 December
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Mix and match your favourite colour-ways to create this striking Block Bag. Featuring two external pockets, deep box corners, lining and a neat drawstring closure this bag is sure to become a go-to! Join Lauren as she takes you through this fun project from pattern placement through to threading the drawstring and creating a professional [...]
Rattan-look Cuffed Lampshades
FACE-TO-FACE Workshop
Sunday 3 December 2023
Ministry of Handmade Studio
11 Eclipse Street, Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia
Maximum Texture, Maximum impact!! Learn how to create a cuffed lampshade with a rattan-look fabric. On the day of the workshop, you can choose: Style of shade: drum or empire Size of shade: see below A range of trim colours Cost: $145.00 for a these sizes* 30cm drum 35cm drum 23cm/33cm empire *If upgrading to [...]