Melbourne's cheap, fun classes
in anything and everything

It happens on weekday evenings in cafes, bars and other spaces around Melbourne – and also online.
Classes usually have about 20 people to keep it friendly.

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Paper and Glass Jewellery with Qing

Who would have thought glass and paper could be made into wonderful pieces of jewellery? !  So simple to create, yet stunning to wear!   With the limitless bounds of print media (think books, old maps, sheet music, photographs, origami paper) you can take almost anything flat and make it into your very own piece of…

  • 2nd Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEDT)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

No Needle Knitting: Chunky Cosy Pillows with Maria

Can you make a big chunky pillow in 30mins? Yes you can! In this class, we'll learn two different No-needle knitting techniques (arm knitting and loop knit) using the chunkiest, softest yarn. You'll leave with a new fun hobby and a new cozy pillow everyone will be able to finish during the class. What will…

  • 2nd Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEDT)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Intro to Resin: Serving Trays with Maria

Resin is a popular material that offers great variety in the projects you can make and the decorations that you can encase. Join us for an intro into resin where we will learn how to mix, colour and pour our resin into a prepared wooden tray to make and decorate our own spectacular serving trays!…

  • 2nd Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEDT)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Alter Ego: Darts for Clothes Alterations with Robyn

Darts are a really useful alteration technique, and this class let's you learn, try and perfect them! If you've picked up something from an op-shop or a friend, darts can make all the difference in shaping different garments for your own body and style. Darts can really add shape to garments, especially if it's something…

  • 3rd Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEDT)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

The Art and Exercise of Bellydance with Alia

Belly dancing doesn't require a bare belly! So put that idea to the side! Belly dancing is a wonderful form of movement and dance that focuses on isometric exercises, where one muscle group works in the opposite direction to other muscle groups. It's such an effective form of exercise as it doesn't require going down…

  • 3rd Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEDT)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Watercolour for Beginners: Picturesque Portraits with Emilie (online)

Come and enjoy the wonderful world of watercolour paintings! This beginners class will teach you skills and techniques to create your own piece of watercolour art. You will experiment with colour and shapes to create a pretty portrait! Emilie's classes are accessible and fun. No one is left behind and absolutely no prior experience is…

  • 3rd Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEDT)
  • Online

Modern Patchwork with Robyn

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at patchwork and quilting but didn't know where to start?  This is the class to take those first steps and learn how to make patchwork blocks in your own style, as well as learning how various patchwork patterns and blocks are achieved. By the time you finish…

  • 3rd Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEDT)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Still Life Watercolours from the Pantry with Emilie (online)

In this fun and accessible art class, you'll learn to draw and colour products from your pantry!  Grab a pack of biscuits or a bag of chips and come and learn how to create beautiful illustrations.   This beginner class is perfect to get back into observation drawing and get great results following Emilie’s easy…

  • 3rd Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEDT)
  • Online

Sensory Textile Jewellery with Vivian

In this Sensory Textile Jewellery class, you will discover how meditative and effortless it is to make a piece of squishy bubble jewellery. If you used to doubt your own creativity, this sensory workshop is exactly for you. Jewellery designer Vivian Qiu will show you an intuitive jewellery making process. The textile will guide you…

  • 4th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEDT)
  • L3 R14, 37 Swanston St (Nicholson Building) Melbourne, 3000 VIC

Queer Social Footscray: Sex – Pleasure Anatomy for Every-Body with Louise

This class is all about pleasure! Queer sex educator Louise Bourchier will teach you the ins-and-outs of sexual anatomy so you can maximise pleasure in your sex life (whether solo or partnered). Rather than the heteronormative, reproductive focus most of us learned in school, Louise’s style of grown-up sex ed focuses on the feel-good aspects.…

  • 4th Apr, 2024
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm (AEDT)
  • 3 Harris St, Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia

Yes You Can Be A Poet! with Amy

Poetry is often seen as this lofty thing that only some people can do. This is not true! Poetry is for everyone. It can be accessible, playful, and extremely rewarding. Why? Because Poetry is the language of the soul. It can cut through small talk and get straight to the heart of human experience. Your…

  • 8th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • L3 R14-15, 37 Swanston St, Melbourne, 3000 VIC

Feldenkrais: Fabulous Feet with Ralph (Online)

Our feet often carry the whole of our bodies and provide us mobility, but we rarely pay them the attention they deserve.  Using the ingenious Feldenkrais movement exercises, Ralph will guide you through a series of gentle and safe movement to free those fabulous feet!  You’ll be walking on air in no time! Feldenkrais is…

  • 8th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Online

Needle Felting: Cottage Pin Cushions with Heather

What’s it all about?   Needle felting is the process of turning loose wool into a solid felt using a barbed needle - it’s a very easy craft that doesn’t require extensive equipment. Using the dry needle felting technique you'll be taught how to create basic 2D and 3D shapes, to develop into the cutest…

  • 8th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

An Intro to Linocut with Tish

Have you ever tried lino carving to make prints of art? It's a really interesting process of developing a design, carving away at lino, and creating a surface to ink, print and reveal your artwork! It's a type of printmaking process call relief printing - after cutting away at your lino, the ink attaches to…

  • 9th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Crochet 101: Winter Crochet with Maria

Crochet is not just for your grandma! Once you learn the art of crochet there are so many projects you can put your skills to - scarves, gloves, beanies and beautiful blankets! And yes, granny squares, too.   This class will get you prepped for a Winter full of cosy crochet projects. Come and learn the…

  • 9th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Polymer Clay Accessories with Maddy

Polymer clay is an accessible, colourful and versatile material - a lot of fun to use,  but even better with some introductory tips to get you going. There are different types of clays and bake times, and different techniques to create shapes, blend colours, and express your colourful polymer visions! We'll put this into practice and everyone…

  • 9th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • L3 R14, 37 Swanston St, Melbourne, 3000 VIC

Ex Libris Stamp Making with Tish

Have you ever enthusiastically loaned a favourite book to a friend, housemate, family member and it never came back? You need an ex-libris! Ex-libris are stamps that are used to mark books from a collection, usually used by libraries.  In this class you'll learn how to design and make your very own custom ex-libris stamp!…

  • 9th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

The Wonder of Gum Leaves: Beginner Watercolour and Illustration with Caro

Come and enjoy the wonderful world of watercolour painting and illustrating! Whether you're a total beginner or haven't picked up pencils and brushes in a while, watercolour is a most engaging art medium. Fall in love with the brush strokes, creating your own colours, and lose yourself in the shapes and texutres of nature and…

  • 10th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Leathercraft Basics: Make a Leather Purse with Gosia

Discover the art of Leathercraft! In this workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of leatherworking while creating your own unique and sustainable leather pouch. Using 100% repurposed leather, you'll be guided through all aspects of this project, from creating the initial pattern, to stitching and embellishing, to create your own one-of-a-kind leather pouch that reflects your…

  • 10th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Create a Confident Elevator Pitch with John (Online)

What’s it all about? Do you struggle to answer the question, ‘So, tell me about yourself’? Does talking about yourself make you feel awkward? Do you get tongue tied when trying to sell yourself in an interview or when pitching for new business? If you’re an introvert and dislike or struggle to talk about yourself,…

  • 10th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • Online

Still Life: The Basics of Drawing with Caro

Think you can't draw? Well, trust us! You absolutely can! For some people, drawing as an adult can be an intimidating skill to attempt. But so much of it has to do with simple observation skills, and leaving the rest up to our brains and hands. Once you find the joy in the basic techniques…

  • 10th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Carve Your Own Wooden Cheese Knife with Alma

Come and learn how to design and carve your own wooden cheese knife! Learn about different woods and grain, how to use wood carving tools, and put it all to the test to make a handcrafted knife to suit whatever cheese you please! At the end of the workshop you will have your own special…

  • 11th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Queer Social Darebin: The Art of Shibari with Harli

Join us for a guided journey into the exciting world of rope bondage. Designed for curious, caring creatures, this class will explore the artform’s potential for profound intimacy, connection and trust building. We will learn the important foundations of safety and rope-craft before learning some basic yet effective techniques for empowering your inner rope-top. The lesson structure is designed…

  • 11th Apr, 2024
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm (AEST)
  • 218 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

Wooden Spoon Carving with Alma

Come and dip your toe into the skill of wood carving. Learn how to design and carve your own wooden spoon! At the end of the workshop you will have your own special spoon that you can take home and use with pride! What will we cover? In this hands-on and informative class,  we will: Begin with…

  • 11th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Kantha: Indian Embroidery and Quilting for Beginners with Manjari

What’s it all about? Kantha sewing originated from the West Bengal region of India and is now popular all over the world. Kantha is the simplest of sewing techniques which provides a lot of scope for exploration, imagination and expression. This form of quilting comes from rural India, where resources were few, but imagination and…

  • 15th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • L3, Room 14-15, 37 Swanston St, Melbourne, 3000 VIC

Vegan Brunch: ‘Eggs’ and ‘Bacon’ with Elodie (Online)

Love bacon and eggs but after healthier, more sustainable option? The good news is, there are tasty vegan options to augment your Melbourne brunch. And you can cook them yourself at home. There are lots of reasons why you might choose not to have meats, eggs and dairy. Yes, you might be vegan, but you might…

  • 15th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • Online

Vegetarian Potsticker Dumplings with Qing

We all love dumplings, but how many of us can create this yumminess in our own kitchen?   In this class we will explore the history of Chinese dumplings and follow a demonstration on how to making the vegetarian dumpling filling, and how to make the dough,  before making, filling and folding our own Vegetarian…

  • 16th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Punch Needle Embroidery with Natalia

Punch needle embroidery just got cool!   And we understand why. . . They look so pretty and vibrant, they're colourful and tactile,  and the process is extreeeeemely cathartic. Join us for a fun workshop and learn all the basics to create your own punch needle embroidery from scratch. As well as class time, you will…

  • 16th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Beaded Embroidery Brooches with Natalia

In this beginner class we will be learning all about bead embroidery which is a type of bead-work that uses a needle and thread to stitch beads to a stitch-able surface. You will learn the fundamentals of beading embroidery and you will have the knowledge to make yourself your very own unique jewellery/art wearables! As…

  • 16th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Rainbow Noodles with Qing

Ever wanted to learn how to make egg noodles from scratch? How about colourful noodles coloured with vegetables? In this class, we will learn to make a traditional egg noodle dough, and how to cut egg noodles in different styles so we can make all sorts of delicious dishes from stir-fries to Lo mein. We…

  • 16th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Wet Felting 101 with Maria

Wet felting is a fun textile art form that uses soap, water and a lot of rubbing to combine natural fibers (wool, cotton, etc) into a piece of felt fabric or felted item. In this class we'll learn the basics and make a felted sheet that can be used to make a little carry bag…

  • 17th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Express Yourself: Songwriting 101 with Johanna

Want to turn that ditty in your head into an actual song, but have no idea where to start? Or your poetry on a page into a musical piece? Want to try your hand at music writing - words and sounds that says something to the world? Or that makes people feel something? Or just…

  • 17th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:45pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

The Pleasure of Drawing with Emilie (Online)

As a kid, drawing is a fun activity that almost all of us enjoyed, at school or at home.   Growing up most of us drop the habit of drawing and we often become inhibited with pen and paper.   In this workshop you will learn a series of drawing exercises to get back in…

  • 17th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Online

Social Media for Small Businesses with Hayley

Do you run a small business, or even a side hobby that you're trying to get up? This workshop is all about how to use social media to support your own small business with ease and enjoyment. It's about using the time, energy and resources you already have to make the most of specific social…

  • 17th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • L3 R14-15, 37 Swanston St, Melbourne, 3000 VIC

Making and Drawing Illustrated Lists with Emilie (online)

, Lists are easy to make, they help you stay organised, and they make for a great addition in any art journal. Not only can lists be a creative tool, but they can help you clear your mind, focus, and stimulate creativity when approached through art! If you love checking items of your to-do list,…

  • 17th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • Online

Shibari 101: Rope Bondage with Harli

Shibari is the erotic practice of traditionally informed Japanese rope bondage.  Join us for a guided journey into this exciting world! In this introduction to shibari we will learn the important foundations of safety and rope-craft before learning some basic yet effective knots and techniques for both the tie-ers (Riggers) and the tie-ees (Bunnies) All welcome.  The lesson…

  • 18th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Queer Social Footscray: Collage for the Soul with Yianni

Collage isn't new, it been around for thousands of years. But collage can allow us to be kids again. Think outside of the square and construct imaginary worlds, scenarios and even poetry. Discover how collage can help us loosen up, relax and even discover things about ourselves.  Lets have fun and have some interesting conversations…

  • 18th Apr, 2024
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm (AEST)
  • 3 Harris St, Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia

Shibari for Intimacy: Creating Deeper Connection with Harli

Shibari is the erotic practice of traditionally informed Japanese rope bondage. Join us for a guided journey into this exciting world! This class will cover the basics of Shibari knot tying, but with a specific focus on the art form's potential for facilitating profound intimacy, connection and trust building with partners. In all of our…

  • 18th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Knitting for Beginners with Clare

Knitting remains a fun and useful skill across the ages - whether it's a beginner's scarf, a cosy blanket, toys or complex garments. Our knitting teacher, Clare, loves knitting all year round. In the warmer months plant-based fibres and yarns are great to create lighter pieces, and in cooler weather sustainable wools are her go to.…

  • 22nd Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St (Nicholson Building), Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Learn to Loom Weave with Clare

Weaving on a loom is a beautiful and rewarding craft!  The art of loom weaving creates beautiful textured wall hangings to suit your own style. Think tight, controlled and minimal or shaggy and colourful 70s vibes! In this workshop you will learn all the essential techniques to create your woven masterpiece.   All the tools and…

  • 22nd Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St (Nicholson Building), Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Explore A Japan Less Travelled with Andrew (online)

Dreaming of sushi, samurai, and sakura? Contemplating joining the many Australians who have made Japan the top tourist destination in 2023? Make your first trip as unique as the Land of the Rising Sun itself! There is more to Japan than Castles, Cat Cafes, and Cherry Blossoms - find out about everything from hiking, Japan's…

  • 23rd Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Online

Queer Social Darebin – Queer Auslan with Hadley

Come and learn how to have a conversation with D/deaf and hard of hearing queers who use Auslan (Australian Sign Language). We will explore queer specific Auslan signs as well as do's and don'ts when approaching D/deaf and hard of hearing people. This event will be half social chats with a bunch of like minded queer…

  • 24th Apr, 2024
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm (AEST)
  • 218 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

Queer Social Darebin: Boxing for Everyone with Emily

Ever wanted to try out boxing in a supportive, fun environment were everyone is welcomed? That space is Pony Club Gym and this class will have to throwing upper cuts in no time! Come and have a play, move a little and discover how much fun boxing is. This event will be half social chats…

  • 2nd May, 2024
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm (AEST)
  • 488 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

Queer Social Footscray: Knitting 101 with Lucie

Jazz up your accessories cupboard with your very own handmade woolies. We will learn to knit and get the basics down so you can be sporting your own scarf, hat and gloves combo in no time!  All materials are provided, come along for some fun. This event will be half social chats with a bunch…

  • 2nd May, 2024
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm (AEST)
  • 3 Harris St, Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia

Queer Social Darebin: Learn Sewing via Plush Hearts with Robert

Learn hand sewing basics while creating a cute plushie heart that can be used as a key chain or home decor! Together we'll learn how to work with plush fabric, read and cut a simple pattern and some basic stitches to get us going. Come and join us for a queer good time! This event…

  • 9th May, 2024
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm (AEST)
  • 218 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

Queer Social Footscray: Doodling and Sketching for a Sense of Calm with Felix

Mindful doodling is about using your hands to help you focus, learning a skill to quiet your thoughts, and drawing something silly- because art should be fun! We’ll learn a mindfulness technique to help you decompress when stressed or have racing thoughts, and pair it up with learning to draw something cute and easy. By…

  • 16th May, 2024
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm (AEST)
  • 3 Harris St, Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia

Queer Social Darebin: Sex – Pleasure Anatomy for Every-Body with Louise

This class is all about pleasure! Queer sex educator Louise Bourchier will teach you the ins-and-outs of sexual anatomy so you can maximise pleasure in your sex life (whether solo or partnered). Rather than the heteronormative, reproductive focus most of us learned in school, Louise’s style of grown-up sex ed focuses on the feel-good aspects.…

  • 6th Jun, 2024
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm (AEST)
  • 488 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

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