Frays and Knots, textiles, kokedama and terrarium teacher

Frays and Knots

Frays and Knots

location_on Virginia, Brisbane

local_activity classes: MacrameTextilesKokedamaTerrarium

4.9 (33)

Frays and Knots is my small business located in North Brisbane that hand-makes terrariums, Kokedamas and macrame. I have a small shop set up at Vend Marketplace, Virginia, where I also run creative workshops.

I host terrarium, Kokedama and macrame workshops. I love teaching people new things and just seeing the wonderful looks on their faces when they hand-make something new and beautiful.

I originally came from a Plant Nursery where I ran workshops and being a certified horticulturist I am very passionate about plants. My dream is to run creative workshops pretty much all day and every day, making it my full-time job!






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Reviews

(33)


Martine Goldner May 2024


A great experience with a great tutor, and got a beautiful terrarium out of it. My 9yo son also very much enjoyed it

Cheryl Saunders Apr 2024


Class was great, messy but fun. Teacher was lovely and provided absolutely everything needed. Secretly would have liked a choice of plant. It was tricky process (mostly by doing things one handed), more explanation or demonstrations of how to tie off string etc. would have been great.
Info provided for after care and maintenance
Overall great experience. Hoping my plant survives!

Creative Kokedama Workshop review by Cheryl Saunders - Brisbane

Steven Hotzer Apr 2024


Well presented and various options available teacher was knowledgeable, informative and helpful definitely recommended this class

Kaerlin McCormick Mar 2024


Wonderfully run course - our instructor was a delight! Terrarium materials were generous. We had a fantastic time - highly recommend.

Julie Boksem Mar 2024


Teacher was great - very clear, patient and helpful. Only problem was the venue was very noisy and it was hard to hear at times.

Melissa Cowley Mar 2024


This was a gift for my Dad. We both enjoyed the workshop, following instructions, and learning in a practical, hands on way. We have both been able to take what we learnt at this workshop and apply it to make more Kokedamas at home. Our Kokedamas (that we made at the workshop) are still going strong a month later. <3

Eslie Ferreira Feb 2024


What a lovely morning to spend Mom & daughter day out! Amazing teacher, friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Perfect venue with ample parking. Upon entering workshop area with tables and materials provided and displayed we could not wait to get started. Good value for money, will be back for more

Terrarium class review by Eslie Ferreira - Brisbane

Kim Rosanne Davis Feb 2024

49 ClassBento workshops attended • 45 reviews


thoroughly enjoyed this class.
All we needed was provided.
Easy to understand teacher.

We look forward to the next class.

Danyel Wallbridge Jan 2024


I purchased this workshop for my partner’s birthday and it was a fantastic experience! She absolutely loved the workshop and the terrariums we were able to bring home. Abby was incredibly patient when both of us became overwhelmed at various stages, helping us with the placement of decorations. Everything we needed to make the terrariums were provided for (even a sink to wash our hands!).

The terrariums are sturdy too. We had to travel twice with them in the car, taking them out in between, and aside from the sand moving slightly, everything stayed in place! Abby also provided care instructions for us to take home, which included the steps we followed so we can make more terrariums at home!

My recommendations for others thinking of attending:
1. The general background noise can be quite overstimulating, so if you’re sensitive to overstimulation I’d highly recommend something like loop earbuds to help quiet it down.
2. Arrive a little earlier to have a look through the market before the workshop. That way if you see anything you’d like to purchase to use as a decoration (e.g. crystals, figurines), you’ll have them ready to add in as you’re making the terrarium.

10/10 gift idea. Will be purchasing another workshop in the future!

Sam McKenzie Jan 2024


This was a low-key class with helpful instruction. I really appreciated having the supplies and glass container provided for me as I didn't want the extra work of trying to figure out what kind of glass jar to have. I love my terrarium and it makes me happy when I look over at it while I have my morning coffee.

Michael Jan 2024


The class was great. Abbey was detailed in her instructions and was good and keeping the class going.

Rhianna Eriksen Jan 2024


We’ve always wanted to attend this class, and it didn’t disappoint! We had a great time learning about how to make a terrarium, and I know we would have the skills to do it again in future. The teacher was very friendly and accommodated everyone in the class.

Shannon Posaw Jan 2024


Teacher Abbey was very helpful and we left with a beautiful terrarium! It was good fun.

Joseph Alam Jan 2024


Abbey was amazing patient always willing to help and insured everyone completed the perfect terrarium. Thanks for an awesome learning experience.

Helen Hunt Jan 2024


Abbey was super helpful and the class was really well set up. Thanks so much!

Erin Hamby Jan 2024

69 ClassBento workshops attended • 21 reviews


Great range of supplies, super helpful teacher. Learned some new things about making terrariums. Very happy with the end result.

DIY Terrarium Workshop review by Erin Hamby - Brisbane

Hamish Roberts Sep 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class really enjoyed would recommend to anyone who enjoys craft. The people running it were very helpful

Marcela Escauriaza Feb 2023


We organised a private session for a 10 year old birthday party. The group of 7 girls were so excited when they arrived and saw so many materials laid out for the class. They really enjoyed the workshop and were super happy with their finished terrariums- they looked beautiful! The instructor was very patient and knowledgeable. Definitely recommended.

Kaylar Reilly Feb 2023

13 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


Teacher was very helpful. Nice environment. I really enjoyed the class and love my new terrarium! Thank you!

Mel Cope Feb 2023


The materials were Fantastic the jar was huge and a variety of stones to use. She was easy to understand informative and it was a great time

Vicki Crowe Feb 2023


Totally enjoyed the class, everything was provided, instruction was easy to follow. Would totally recommend this class

Creative Kokedama Workshop review by Vicki Crowe - Brisbane

Yasmin Powell Feb 2023

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Great class, lots of different things we could use in our terrarium that were all good quality.

Terrarium class review by Yasmin Powell - Brisbane

Michael Harth Jan 2023


Loved the class. Great teacher and we love our terrariums. Definitely be looking for more classes to do with Bento.

Beth-Annie Harley Jan 2023


Such a good class, even without knowing anyone, it was such a nice knit group and could easily talk to anyone and ask for help from Abbey. All materials provided and we were able to bring our own decorations which was nice. Loved the location of it as well

Terrarium class review by Beth-Annie Harley - Brisbane

Barbara McCullough Jan 2023

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Resources provided were good. Teacher kept lesson on track and was very knowledgeable. Thoroughly enjoyed the class. Would recommend to others. Venue a little noisy with background music.

Barbara McCullough Jan 2023

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Great class. Thoroughly enjoyable. Teacher very knowledgeable and helpful. Kept to time frame. Would highly recommend this class.

Corinne Roberts Jan 2023


The class was great fun! Abby was. Wealth of knowledge and was very willing to help. She has so much knowledge and was very lovely.

Liza'l Textor Dec 2022


Abbey was amazing and made the class so much fun. She has a great knowledge bank and is easy to learn from. Highly recommended

Angela Newman Dec 2022


Fabulous course, Abbey was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic and we just loved the terrariums that were made. I would highly recommend the workshop.

Nicole Hartley Dec 2022


The girls aged 11yrs really enjoyed the class and the terrariums look amazing. Good value for money.

Sarah Roper Dec 2022


We had a fabulous time getting top terrarium tips, with all materials supplied and well set up for ease of use. We love our terrariums, and look forward to making more of our own.

Tegan Dwyer Dec 2022


Abbey was a great teacher, engaging and knowledgeable! VEND marketplace is such a great venue and the upstairs space is perfect for classes. The terrarium we made was huge, Abbey had a variety of decorations, including the basics of moss, ferns, pebbles, sand and rocks. Couldn't love my little ecosystem more, such a great addition to our home, plus Abbey gives you all the info you need to make sure it lasts for years! Highly recommend :)

Coleen Mawson Nov 2022

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Enjoyed doing the Terrarium class.
Very friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend for the beginner.

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