Handmaker&#039;s Factory

The process of making soap is very enjoyable. The teacher explains each of the steps thoroughly so that you can replicate it at home. All ingredients are provided and it is a fun way to spend time with friends or family .

Mark Shulman • May 2022

Nichola was great with both the adults and kids. We had a great time and some beautiful candles at the end of the class.

Christine Wood • May 2022

Just completed my lampshade workshop. Our teacher Nicola was experienced and the provided instructions were clear and informative. Workshop facility spacious and comfortable. I have the confidence to do some other lampshades myself now. Note you can purchase supplies for future projects on site or on line. Would recommend as it’s great to come out with a finished shade ready to use in just 2 hours. + more

Sue Tavilla • May 2022

Great fun and love the crystals to decorate! Will definitely try other classes as well.

Tonilee Pelz • May 2022

We had such a great experience. Anna was very accomodating and hosted a lovely Mother’s Day for our mums. We would definitely recommend this experience, thank you very much again Anna.

Sanja Blackburn • May 2022

Great class, lovely space and great teacher. Would recommend! Accessible, lovely choice of wool to choose from

Sally Dean • May 2022

Indigo Shibori Dyeing Workshop

Great workshop and lovely tutor, highly recommended ❤️ Didn’t get mine finished but was happy with where I got to.

Kaye Wong • Apr 2022

Great teacher, very knowledgable great ideas and generous material. Friendly and great space to work in.

Lisa Willis • Apr 2022

Amazing class! Had so much fun! Super easy and teacher was extremely knowledgeable and gave some really good tips on how to do this at home. I am coming back to do their soap making class next. Can’t wait! :D

Genevieve Barclay • Apr 2022

Photo Emulsion Screen Printing Class

The venue was amazing, although a little tricky to park on the streets if you have an injury/disability as it's a popular area for restaurants. The teacher was really lovely, and she was happy to answer any questions. There was no judgement whatsoever. Very clear instructions and communication. We left with two 25hr candles each and 8-10 tea lights. Everything was supplied (don't forget to bring a + more

Gabrielle Marabeliotakis • Apr 2022

Another excellent class hosted by Nichola, with assistance from Anna who was super helpful! This class was a lil more complicated than standard screen printing because of the photo emulsion process, but Nichola and Anna made it so enjoyable and fun!

Chau Vu • Apr 2022

Sarah was lovely and fun. She walked us through all techniques and was always happy to answer any questions. We really enjoy the class!

Sedef Ozen • Apr 2022

Nichola was amazing, the class was very entertaining and engaging. The students loved it and had a blast. Thank you so much.

Liz Meadows • Apr 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Sarah was fantastic! The venue was lovely and welcoming and such a great vibe. Will be back!

Sanjiva • Apr 2022

The teacher Nicola was very clear in her explanation. She was engaging and encouraging with the students. I can recommend her very highky.

Sanjiva Wijesinha • Mar 2022

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews

The teacher, Nicola, was lovely and very thorough. She gave us all the instructions so that we can replicate everything at home. The class was a great activity for creativity and mindfullness - I highly recommend it as a fun night out with friends. Once you make the candles with your choice of colours and scents, you can decorate them. I really enjoyed the decoration aspect.

Ilse Monsted • Mar 2022

The venue feels like a real art studio, materials all felt good quality and there were lots of lovely things available to personalise our candles. Our teacher was great - helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. I’m looking forward to returning for more classes!

Kirsty Roberts • Mar 2022

Soap making was fun! Lots of information to retain about the process and the guide book provided will support making my own batch of soap at home :)

Elizabeth O'Halloran • Mar 2022

Loved making my beautiful clutch! Very helpful teacher, great materials and a relaxed environment. I would definitely recommend.

Joy Boyd • Mar 2022

You could tell the teacher was experienced and it was fun learning to make our own lampshade

Heidi John • Mar 2022

My partner made a wallet and I made a clutch. All materials were supplied and our lovely instructor taught and helped us to sew the pieces together. Great venue in West Footscray. Thank you for a lovely morning.

Steven Lamattina • Mar 2022

Great class with a knowledgeable and friendly teacher. The space was organised well and got to focus on choosing what kind of soaps we wanted to make, rather than cleaning up etc., so great use of time. Ended up with a heap of soap, so good if you want to gift it! Mine were a bit ugly haha but had fun!

Eunsung Shin • Mar 2022

It was great soap making class! I was enjoyed and had good experiences! Thanks you so much!

Eva Hargitay • Mar 2022

The lampshade making class was terrific- Nicola went at just the right pace and helped us develop really striking products. I literally recommended the class to my aunt and godmother on the way home!

Liana Lucca-Pope • Mar 2022

An enjoyable and empowering class! The space is lovely and the teacher explained everything well. It’s great that they also sell supplies so I can go back and get more materials for future projects. Thanks Nichola!

Emily Grass • Mar 2022

This was a fantastic beginners course. I had never made a candle before and left feeling confident that I would be able to create some amazing scented and decorated candles when I got home. The teacher was lovely and made everyone feel welcome and took her time to ensure everyone in the class was confident in what they were doing and what products to use. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to start a business or hobby in candle making.

Alexandra Baxter • Mar 2022

I got great feedback from my participant and her mum, ( I booked it on their behalf. They both enjoyed the workshop

Tram Vu • Mar 2022

The candle making class was great fun and laidback. Went with a few friends and had a great time getting creative. The class provided lots of information and sufficient materials. Teacher was super lovely and accommodating.

Marisa Berton • Mar 2022

We did the class as a family group and found it a bonding experience to do this ancient and earthy art. Great teacher thanks again

Daniel • Mar 2022

A really fun workshop! I learned a great deal and the teacher was very patient and helpful.

Terrie Dempster • Mar 2022

This was a great class, lots of fun. We made two big candles each and lots of tea lights candles that smell divine. I actually think I could easily make my own now, the teacher was lovely and lots of help. I would definitely recommend this venue, they have lots of different classes, my daughter is doing a course of weekly pottery classes there. Great afternoon.

Sue Floyed • Mar 2022

Ana was very pleasant. Venue spacious, Materials good. Love my candles and fragrances, great learning session.

Anne Giovino • Mar 2022

Great venue with easy parking Teacher was great, explained everything beautifully and took us through step by step. Really enjoyed class, it w as fun and very happy with our take home candles.

Mary Ross • Mar 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended

Venue was easy to find class started on time. Each step was explained to us all in a clear and easy to understand manner. The teacher was lovely and I will be doing more classes there.

Bernice Ryancruse • Mar 2022

I learnt so much in such a short space of time. The teacher was so knowledgeable and experienced and made learning a pleasure. The venue was fabulous; neat clean and well organised.

Elana Berton • Mar 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Teacher was great! It was manageable in the time frame had great fun with my family :)

Brad Fenech • Mar 2022

Really fun class and we learnt lots of techniques for working with clay. The teacher was really attentive and helped out with any questions. Would 100% recommend.

Suzanne Mulligan • Mar 2022

Great teacher. Great studio. Had a really terrific day. Well worth the money. Had lots of fun.

Sandra Fisher • Mar 2022

Teacher was terrific , clear insruction and seemed to love the interaction with students. Great venue very roomy , relaxed atmosphere with heeps of natural light all the better to see what your doing. First time making a lampshade, I feel confident enough to takeaway what i learnt and put to use at home. I cant wait to book in for a advanced workshop in Tiffany shade making. I found it so interesting that all paticipates had such a diverse range of artistic ideas of what they wanted as a end product. What a beautiful display of colours and patterns + more

Sandra Fisher • Mar 2022

Teacher was terrific , clear insruction and seemed to love the interaction with students. Great venue very roomy , relaxed atmosphere with heeps of natural light all the better to see what your doing. First time making a lampshade, I feel confident enough to takeaway what i learnt and put to use at home. I cant wait to book in for a advanced workshop in Tiffany shade making. I found it so interesting that all paticipates had such a diverse range of artistic ideas of what they wanted as a end product. What a beautiful display of colours and patterns + more

Anne Giovino • Mar 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Had an enjoyable time and very happy with my lampshade. Surprisingly it was easier than I anticipated it would be.

Kim Powell • Mar 2022

Excellent class. A varied group of people and Nicole did a good job of working with each of us at our own pace. Excellent value for money, as we each left with our own customised lampshade. I think we all left full of enthusiasm, and many of us also bought the materials for our next project/s. Give it a try!

Kate Bartlett • Mar 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended

The space, set-up, course structure, materials, instructions from Nicola and every detail was so well planned and executed. The whole class loved their lampshades and I felt so good about how it turned out. Nicola is a great instructor and I can’t wait to learn another skill soon.

Devon Lasalle • Feb 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Hubby and I decided to try this class on a whim, and it was so much fun! The teachers were both really lovely and helpful, and we’re able to help us understand how to create our designs for this art. We ended up with some lovely pieces to take home, and we’re both already thinking of ideas for next time. Very highly recommended. :) Thanks for a fabulous day!

Gabrielle Marabeliotakis • Feb 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

So impressed. Teacher was so knowledgeable, experienced and helpful. Steph was a great assistant. I’m inspired to keep trying out new designs now that I know how to screen print! I’m looking at everything out there now in a whole new way! The venue was excellent, equipment and tools clean and in good condition - everything you could possibly need is there!

Emily King • Feb 2022

24 ClassBento workshops attended • 19 reviews

Was a great experience! We had a lovely teacher who explained everything in depth and I came away with more knowledge and a beautiful candles!

Kelsie Masson • Feb 2022

Communication was great, and all of our attendees loved it. Thanks so much for the effort you put in!

Andrea Pizarro • Feb 2022

We run out of time so we couldn't finish any piece and it was quite sad

Reply from this teacher:

It's a shame your group had to leave the class before it was finished to attend a meeting. We were more than happy for the class to continue until you had all made your pieces.

Natina Guarneri • Jan 2022

Fun and informative class! Well explained and hand on. I had a great time and the selection of colours and smells was great too

Sally Dean • Jan 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Loved this class, easy to follow and lovely teacher. Can highly recommend, go and have fun.

Azzy Jay • Jan 2022

Excellent class and feel confident I've learnt enough to go home and make another one solo!

Evelyn Loh • Jan 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews

My 8 year old loved this class - hands on and really tactile. Anna was a very attentive and helpful teacher, and the class & materials were really well organised.

Tash Robb • Jan 2022

Fantastic class! Kids got the opportunity to be creative whilst following along with the teacher. The teacher engaged with kids as a group and individually, making each child feel special. The class was also accommodating for children with autism and very friendly and caring. Can't rate high enough

Sanaz Faily • Jan 2022

Purchased for Christmas present and I must say it was the best experience for a first time ceramics class. Lovely and very helpful teacher and attentive

Cham Kim • Jan 2022

the class was great and the teacher was very supportive and instructive would highly recommend!

Alicia Beeby • Dec 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended

Great home activity. Kit included everything that we needed and the instruction provided was fantastic and clear. Thank you!

Rhys O'Neill • Dec 2021

Great class, awesome instructor in a great venue, all materials and tools supplied, highly recommend it.

Ramona Dioneda • Dec 2021

Everlasting Flower Arranging Class

This was my first candle making class. I absolutely loved it. Nicholas was very helpful and informative.

Emily Weir • Dec 2021

Laura was amazing and I had such a great time! Loved that the colours of our flowers could be tailored to us – the rainbow colours were so lovely! Will be back to the Handmaker’s Factory to try other flower classes.

Maria Florentino • Dec 2021

The class was great and informative! Our teacher gave us tips on how to make the candles at home. Venue was spacious. A couple of minutes walk from the nearest train station but still conveniently located. Love the candles we took home.

Nicole Lester • Dec 2021

The teacher explained the process well, lots of variety and ideas to scent and decorate the candles. Ver well organised, that everyone had easy access to materials. Highly recommended for a relaxing day with friends to be creative.

Angela Phillips • Dec 2021

This was a great class, Nichola was a friendly teacher who took her time to show us what to do . It was a fun way to spend the afternoon and I am very happy with my lamp !

Maria Vetro • Dec 2021

Teacher was great, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable, easy to follow instructions, relaxed environment. Highly recommended!

Natalie Yu • Dec 2021

A great class, it was fun and easy to follow. Definitely recommend to anyone considering.

Alexandra McGindle • Dec 2021

I loved the workshop, Nicola was great and it was nice and easy to follow the instructions. I thought it was value for money as most materials were included.

Leslie Mataafa • Dec 2021

Nicola and stephany were both excellent. Willing to help and answer any questions we might have. Clean environment. Toilets clean as!. Thank you both for your help and patience. Kia Kaha!.

Susan Parsons • Dec 2021

The teacher gave clear instructions. Good resources were provided. The lampshades all class participants made looked magnificent. Class could have been half hour longer as a little bit rushed. Good location, easy parking. Good class size.

Rosemary Ferman • Nov 2021

The class we really good The teacher was informative, relaxed and easy to talk to. The venue was large, airy with plenty of room. It was a great night. Highly recommend this course

Belinda McLeod • Nov 2021

Loved the class - it was lots of fun and loved what we did Definitely recommended it

Ruby Warber • Nov 2021

This was a fantastic class. Sarah was so helpful and the venue was great l, plenty of space and parking. I learned a lot and there is a lot of flexibility so bring your ideas

Nikki Callan • Nov 2021

A really enjoyable class with a great teacher who gave lots of useful hints and tips on how to continue to make candles at home.

Pauline Wallis • Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended

What a fantastic experience, and well worth the wait after countless reschedulings (due to lockdown). Eli is an awesome teacher, very patient, and made sure everyone was able to complete the project. Carving ended up being so fun, and the atmosphere of the class was so relaxed. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to try something a bit different.

Brady Robards • Nov 2021

Great session, the instructor Sarah was terrific, good relaxed balance between teaching different and techniques and letting people do their own thing and go at their own pace. Fun time!

Narelle Gilmore • Nov 2021

Great spacious venue, friendly instructor. Great to see the leftover clay being reused. Generous amount of clay/items.

Caterina Condello • Nov 2021

Teacher was fantastic, grest practical advice whether you were there to make your own candles or considering a business.

Jo Tayler • Nov 2021

A fun afternoon with clear guidance and went home with the knowledge and materials (purchased) to make more lampshades.

Anna Molyneaux • Nov 2021

Very enjoyable class, in relaxed environment; and a lovely end result / finished product that was great to take home & show off!

Kala Chisholm • Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Teacher was very informative. Class size was just nice. Directions were easy to follow. Great class I would recommend it to my friends. .

Priscilla Flett • Nov 2021

A wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Lots of fun and really clear instructions.

Ret Pinnuck • Nov 2021

Teacher good. Good size class. Very well priced. Would be good to be able to buy product there

Kim Thirkell • Nov 2021

Very welcoming, the teacher was lovely and great at what she taught. Value for money, all the equipment you need and more.

Jessica Morrow • Nov 2021

Venue was super easy to get too and Nichola (class teacher) was excellent; so friendly and helpful in explaining the process and tools that we needed. I loved the amount of colour and fragrance options for the candles in addition to the amount we got to make and take home. The decorations for them were gorgeous and it was so fun to make something so unique. The book they provided us gives us the instruction and list of suppliers so we can make some at home ourselves. Loved the class and would highly recommend. Thanks for a great afternoon.

Gill Wright • Nov 2021

What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Really enjoyed it - great instructor and everything provided, so much to choose from! Really pleased with the result - would recommend highly. Thanks heaps.

Cheree Dodson • Nov 2021

Nichola was a great instructor and explained everything Rey quire did to make the candles.

Amanda Watson • Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended

I 110% recommend this class. The teacher Nichola was brilliant. She explained everything clearly and helped individual students as required. The materials we used were amazing. And the finished candles everybody made were gorgeous. It was such fun. A must do class. Thankyou.

Marco Marvelli • Nov 2021

Well organised and structured, plenty of information! Highly recommended to anyone looking to make their own candles.

Sally Giam • Oct 2021

The class was a fun way to learn a new skill and covered a lot of techniques. The kit and yarn are a good set too. The teacher showed what she was doing from different angles too.

Karen Spencer • Oct 2021

9 ClassBento workshops attended • 8 reviews

I think I’ve found a new hobby loved the class was explained in very simple terms

Rachel Rankin • Oct 2021

Really enjoyable class and very informative ! Easy to follow instructions and really good tips on making candles in the future !

Maria Soon • Oct 2021

We loved it. Great experience with clear instructions and quality ingredients to make the candles.

Jacqueline Veldhuis • Oct 2021

49 ClassBento workshops attended • 24 reviews

Geode Bath Bomb Making Craft Box / Kit

Beautiful candles such bright colours that smell delicious I would do the class again. Makes great Christmas presents Thank you

Lynne Berson • Oct 2021

Awesome activity and end product. We loved making these! Thanks for something simple that works so well

Angie Gilchrist • Oct 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

I'm loving these classes, gaining more confidence, skills and simply enjoying escaping into the world of drawing for 1.5hrs :).

Jalyn Paulett • Oct 2021

Definitely an enjoyable claas. Thorough teaching of cross hatching and how to draw still life.

Will Bracks • Oct 2021

I loved this class! I learnt a lot about drawing while also feeling calmed by Anna’s relaxing presence. Was a great way to end the day

Alyssa Harry • Oct 2021

Anna was a great teacher. Such a fun and relaxing activity. Anyone who is interested in this class should give it a go!

Joanna Francis • Oct 2021

Loved the illustration class by Anna Zobel. She’s such a great presenter and it was full of helpful tips and trips. Just annoyed I didn’t find out about sip and sketch sooner. Thanks!

Camila Ferreira • Oct 2021

The class was really good, just a bit rushed at the end. Think it could have been divided in two sessions for a more relaxed class

Jing Yeap • Oct 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Floristry class

A great intro to dried flower arranging. I really like the thoughtful touches - e.g., a small booklet with info about design elements and how they relate to dried flower arranging. It definitely gave me more confidence in creating my own dried flower pieces.

Kate Price • Oct 2021

Floristry class

What a lovely evening! Beautiful kit delivered to my home and a well paced class, with a super supportive host.

Thai Nguyen • Oct 2021

Floristry class

Great class. Fun and simple to follow and learnt more than what I thought I would with design elements

Angie Gilchrist • Sep 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

I Loved the class, it flew by! An awesome way to spend an evening trying something new.

Georgina Hanley • Sep 2021

So much fun! Anna is a great instructor, and very encouraging. I’m surprised how well my illustrations turned out!

Kimberley Brodie • Sep 2021

I really enjoyed the class, Nichola explained everything really well. Even on Zoom it all made sense and with the use of the booklet (in the kit) it has given me something to refer too.

Kate Mansell • Sep 2021

I loved this class, instructions were easy to follow on the day. Teacher was friendly and available to answer questions as we followed along. Cameras set up to see teacher speaking and a second following the crafting from a birds eye view. Kit arrived in the post, with all the tools I needed and some instructions to keep me going after the class. I will definitely be looking for more classes to at + more

Tamara D'Mello • Sep 2021

This was a good, well explained class for my 10-year old. She had all the information she needed to start screen printing after the class. I think it needs to be made clearer that this is a class where those attending follow along and then go away and work on their own projects - it's not a hands on class where you are making something during the session.

Carol Barnden-Bond • Sep 2021

Nicola was a fabulous instructor very methodical and super organised with her camera’s. She did not rush, gave lots of opportunities for questions and extra tips. An excellent experience.

Nan Herlihen • Sep 2021

Soy Candle Making Craft Box / Kit

This was my third class with Nicola from Handmakers Factory and it was another enjoyable and easy to follow class. Nicola has a great camera set up which allows you to watch from different angles while she is explaining everything. She is super knowledgeable and informative. I always learn something new and that is why I love doing the classes. This one was my favourite so far.

Eric Emerick • Sep 2021

Fantastic course, the candles were fantastic. Would highly recommend :) The candles last a long time and love that they are all natural.

Louise Smith • Sep 2021

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

I really enjoyed the class and can’t wait to go ahead and make my lampshade. Nicola was a great teacher - patient, informative and fun.

Suzanne Williams • Sep 2021

That lampshade class was so interesting-the hour flew by. I’m looking forward to making the most of these new skills

Amanda Ross • Sep 2021

Good clear explanation, with good use of cameras to ensure clear vision of all elements of project. Video of instructions will be most helpful. Project materials provided excellent.

Elise Moorhouse • Sep 2021

The class was a great way to break up the monotony of lockdown and we ended up with some beautiful candles at the end of it. The teacher was incredibly knowledgeable and had lots of tips to make sure that we could continue making candles in the future. We were also sent a video recording of the class in case we forgot anything. Can't wait to test my candles out and a big thank you for an excellent + more

Sacha Stelzer-Braid • Sep 2021

Thank you for this lovely workshop! It was quite meditative, and satisfying to produce these beautiful candles at the end. Nicola explained everything well and answered all our questions.

Heidi Kark • Sep 2021

A great little workshop to keep kids entertained and the creative juices flowing during the school holidays/lockdown. Clear, easy to follow instructions and plenty of time (and encouragement) to experiment and share results with the rest of the class. A lovely way to spend the morning. Thank you!

Nicole Stockton • Sep 2021

Nichola is an excellent teacher - well paced tuition and obviously talented! I appreciate the opportunity to watch and learn, but was surprised we weren't encouraged to follow on - I missed the hands-on practice altogether. Will look forward to another ClassBento opportunity thank you! :)

Jasmin Lin • Sep 2021

31 ClassBento workshops attended • 32 reviews

What a great way to spend a Saturday. Nichola is creative, helpful and passionate about her craft. The instructions are easy to follow and I am enjoying creating my weave and looking forward to creating more weaves. Thank you.

Denise Honan • Sep 2021

Very well organised, lots of information and tips, including where to source supplies. We feel very confident to continue making candles for ourselves and gifts. Very relaxing activity.

Bridget Allison • Sep 2021

The instructions were really clear, but I did feel a bit rushed. When the teacher said they normally do the class over 3hrs, it makes more sense. I felt like overall the class was more of a demonstration and less or a workshop due to the time constraints. I have some experience with crochet, macrame and knots and found the class easy to understand. I am not sure absolute beginners would grasp all the techniques in the limited time. If I had to do this again I would choose a 3hr class, even if it was over Zoom. Or the class could be split into two + more

Tayah Ritchie • Sep 2021

Awesome kit and great instructions. Love the step-by-step and all the options/ideas for inspiration. Can't wait to get my weaving happening now. Thank you.

Amy Bracks • Sep 2021

Really loved the class. Was super fun and I was so impressed with what we were able to produce.

Petra • Sep 2021

12 ClassBento workshops attended • 10 reviews

The Nichola was brilliant. She taught us the skills effectively and efficiently. I really loved her class and learnt a great deal. It’s time to practice the skills. Thank you Nichola, you’re amazing⭐️

Michelle Norman • Sep 2021

This was a great presentation. The presenter was clear, and efficient, and timed the work well. I would certainly recommend this workshop. You could see everything very well with multiple cameras. Excellent.

Bridget Allison • Sep 2021

My 6.5yo thought it was great “it was amazing and my favourite part was where we made the bowl and when we made the leaf prints”. Clear instructions. Excellent sense of timing and progression through the skills and learning required. Very engaging. Thank you for such a professional and fun experience.

Mei Cheong • Sep 2021

Fabulous. Booked in for my daughter, she enjoyed it as did my husband helping her. Great facilitator.

Rini Ismail • Sep 2021

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

Anna is great at teaching how to sketch faces, expression and characters a relaxing and lovely session

Anne-Marie May • Sep 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended

It was really fun. I learned new techniques which I used to create different characters.

Polly Caldow • Sep 2021

Really informative . Easy to follow . Fabulous to receive the recording and relearn it all over again . Thanks for a brilliant session

Trisha Brice • Sep 2021

My daughter loved it! Thanks for helping us kick off the school holidays with a bang!

Mo Cushnie • Sep 2021

Thanks Anna We had a great afternoon learning how to draw different styles. We really enjoyed the online session. Harry & Charlie

Amanda Gibb • Sep 2021

This was a great course, thank you. Great resources too, the booklet and recording will be great going forward. I enjoyed it

Grace Eddy • Sep 2021

I really enjoyed drawing characters' faces with Anna last Thursday. The class flew by because it was fun and engaging! I came away with more confidence and skill. I am looking forward to the next session!

Saumya Kaushik • Sep 2021

It was an extremely fun and enjoyable class to attend. We got to learn the basics of drawing faces very quickly. I highly recommend this class. Even though it was online it was very informative and interactive.

Jillian Adams • Sep 2021

What a great class! I did something I have always wanted to do! Looking forward to doing more drawing classes

Laura Bannerman • Sep 2021

Anna is so talented and the class was fun and easy to follow! Definitely great value for money.

Ruby Wall • Aug 2021

Was engaging and informative. Provided many opportunities to ask questions and provided informed and effective answers.

Karolina Seleti • Aug 2021

Wonderful and informative presentation. Very helpful, fun and knowledgable. Thank you so much! Very much appreciated

Marney Junge • Aug 2021

Mini Screen Printing Craft Box / Kit

Lots of fun. I wish I had bought my teen as well. Great sketch skills.

Jessica Douglass • Aug 2021

68 ClassBento workshops attended • 59 reviews

Great little kit with everything you need included. The quality of the products surprised me. They were better than I thought.

Matilda Hillam • Aug 2021

77 ClassBento workshops attended • 45 reviews

Perfect Intro to at home screen printing. The instructor was knowledgeable, kind and clear. A wonderful course for all.

Priscilla Meneilly • Jul 2021

It was a little small class also great and helpful nice and and enjoyable thankyou

Illene Andallo • Jul 2021

The teacher was friendly and very patient and helpful. The materials provided were excellent and plentiful. Highly recommend this course to everyone.

Maxine Lacey • Jul 2021

Loved this class! Thanks so much. I will definitely be making my own candles again. :)

Poornima Rao • Jul 2021

Instructions were very clear and having been provided all the equipment made it the best experience and Nichola explained it very well and the session was very informative. Now I can make some candles on my own for the loved ones. Thank you.

Jessie Yu • Jul 2021

Really informative, relaxing and fun! Appreciated the switching between front and top cameras. Thank you for the session :)

Jessica Oakley • Jul 2021

This was a perfect, calming and fun class! Anna was very clear in her instructions and I feel like I’ve learned a new skill set to take with me!

Emily Lewis • Jul 2021

Brilliant lesson with Anna, so much fun! I will definitely be joining her classes again.

Sinead Macdonell • Jul 2021

Loved the class! Super fun, great for beginners! Great vibe as well! Will defs be going back!

Julie Peacock • Jul 2021

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews

Started with a warm welcome into the spacious and well laid out studio. The process was well explained including a thorough explanation of the equipment. there were lots of different options to choose from to add to your soap. A friendly atmosphere and we left with an abundance of soap. Loved it

Claire Alexander • Jul 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Nicola was really informative, I’m now confident of making candles on my own. Great fun class, I really enjoyed it.

Shahed Arrweli • Jul 2021

A great workshop I really enjoyed it. Sarah was awesome and so much fun. The tips and tricks she gave us were really helpful.

Melanie Woods • Jul 2021

We loved this class! The teacher, Sarah, was great. She taught us different methods for using the clay and then we were free to make something (or a few things). We needed up making a few things (little bowls etc) and got to glaze them. It was really relaxing and we learnt lots about clay. Plus a great way to release some creative energy!

Sarah McConchie • Jul 2021

11 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews

Great class with lots of tips on fragrance and colouring of soaps, and our teacher could not have been more encouraging. Can't wait to make my own soaps at home after all we were taught today

Slavica Grbin • Jul 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended

I will enjoy my healthy soap and shampoo. Great teacher, fun class. Can't wait for my next class.

Shikha Rai • Jul 2021

trainer was really nice and patience. she explained everything properly . i thorougly enjoyed it and didnot realise how time passed

Cindi Blyth • Jun 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Really enjoyed the class, very informative, easy to follow instruction provided, so you can go on to create candles at home.

Sayema Withers • Jun 2021

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Teacher was excellent and so helpful, particularly for anyone looking to sell candles. Got a number of candles and I think they look great.

Kaelli Voigt • Jun 2021

Brilliant class and so much fun for a Friday night and self-care activity. You are made to feel welcome from when you walk through the door to when you leave, with a new found knowledge of how to make your own soy candles (and some new friends also). Step-by-step instructions offers a practical experience and use of a wide range of materials allows your creative flow to transcend into beautiful candles. + more

Sayema Withers • Jun 2021

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Great venue, materials and most importantly teacher. Sarah was very helpful and knowledgeable. The three hours flew by!

Mae Johns • Jun 2021

14 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews

It was easy to do. You don't need to be an artist to create something beautiful. The venue was nice and was well supplied. The teacher was friendly and offered good advice.

Nicki Powell • Jun 2021

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Excellent teacher who made every participant feel at home. She was most helpful & provided quality materials & easy to follow instructions. Highly recommend!

Patricia Hanson • Jun 2021

Highly recommended this class! The process was explained in depth and the process was easy to understand. The candles we made were absolutely gorgeous!

Carol Moroney • Jun 2021

Great teacher Nicola, and a beautiful space to hold a class at the Handmaker’s Factory. Lampshade class was easy to follow and came home with a fabulous shade. Will definitely do another class, has so many different classes on offer.

Karin Bouvin • Jun 2021

The teacher was great and easy to follow. The materials were of really good quality. The class was great value for money, especially considering the cost of materials used. I had a great morning crafting with likeminded people. Our teacher was really knowledgable and shared her skills and handy tips.

Nikki Garrard • Jun 2021

Great class with a lovely and knowledgeable instructor. Came away with a beautiful lampshade that I could use

Ma Paguio • Jun 2021

It was a very informative and fun class. Lots of materials provided. Thank you classbento for the experience.

Kerri Macpherson • Jun 2021

Wow what can I say…. This course exceeded my expectations. Nichola was amazing and explained everything thoroughly. She spent a lot of time one on one which was appreciated. I honestly didn’t think that I could start screen printing anytime soon though with the help from Nichola and today’s course; I am definitely ready to purchase supplies and start right away. Obviously a little more practice to get my technique right but otherwise I am fairly confident it won’t be long off. Thank you so much. I will definitely book to come back for + more

Larissa Werbiuk • Jun 2021

Teacher was super lovely and helpful. She answered all my questions in depth and with a smile!

Emily Gardiner • Jun 2021

Amazing experience! Learnt a lot of new tips and tricks for candle making! Teacher was incredibly helpful, highly recommended

Rebecca Cole • Jun 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Wonderful morning learning how to make a lamp shade. Nichola is lovely and made it easy!

Jessica Willason • Jun 2021

So happy with the class and the lampshade I made! Great venue, knowledgeable teacher and nice small class size. Would happily do another course at ClassBento.

Sharon Jennifer • May 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended

A fabulous afternoon spent with my beautiful friends. This is a great course to just relax and get creative. If you are into collecting botanicals, aromatherapy and everlastings you will be delighted.

Tamara Oakley • May 2021

Such a fantastic class with lots of personal touches, from fragrances to colours. Nicola was awesome. Very informative.

Kay Richards • May 2021

Great morning filled with learning and free expression. Excellent venue for craft classes. Highly recommended.

Lisa Fisher • May 2021

Gteat teacher, nice facility, lots of fun, we'll definitely do more classes in the future.

Lisa Fisher • May 2021

It was a fun class that we really enjoyed, nice venue, great teacher, will likely do more classes with my mum, sister and niece in the future.

Crystal Spiteri • May 2021

Nicola was a great teacher once again. Loved making the candles would definitely recommend to whoever wants to learn to take this class

Natalie Zugec • May 2021

The team all loved making different types of candles. It was a very successful team building event

Melita George • May 2021

Matt was fantastic and so were the team at hand makers factory! Nothing was too hard and it was a small group which made it so easy and casual. The materials provided were of super high quality and the environment was super chilled. It is an absolute must do! Highly recommend!

Karen Jorgensen • May 2021

20 ClassBento workshops attended • 17 reviews

The group enjoyed this workshop. Unfortunately there were a couple who couldn't make it due to other carer commitments so they will be sent the recording when Nichola seends it through to me and do it at their own pace. Could you let Nichola know that Christiana Onno's kit has been sent back to her as Christiana didn't receive any notification from Aust. Post that it was waiting to be picked up at her local post office. Nichola mentioned that if it did come back to her that she could resend it to Christiana. Christiana watched the workshop and is + more

Tamara Oakley • May 2021

Was a great class was very informative. Nicola was great. Cant wait for the candle making class next week.

Danielle Rintoule • May 2021

Nichola is so lovely and she is patient and Very accommodating to everyone. She made everything seem easy. Thoroughly recommend this course to anyone

Carissa Stevenson • May 2021

Great selection of ingredients to make a wide variety of soaps. Will be simple enough to continue making at home which is awesome

Crystal Spiteri • May 2021

Nicola is a great teacher, answered questions, friendly, talked through every step. Took home everything I made. Would definitely recommend this class.

Laura Champion • Apr 2021

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Wonderful workshop for first time candle maker! Friendly and informative teacher. Went home with lots of lovely candles, look forward to using them

Melissa Millar • Apr 2021

Materials good. Teacher was great. The location and room for the class were perfect. Thank you.

Mei Alford • Apr 2021

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

I learnt a lot at this session and came out with a lovely looking lampshade. Appreciated that the teacher also provided printed instructions so we could try making more lampshades in our own time.

Mandy Boyd • Apr 2021

Enjoyed the class Looking forward to making lots of lampshades. Thankyou. Would love to learn a cone shape

Ben Parker • Apr 2021

Class was fun and great value. Teacher was knowledgeable and was able to spend a good amount of time with each student. Was able to create a surprising amount of candles to take home.

Allison Lebusque • Apr 2021

We throughly enjoyed our candle making session. Nichola was engaging and very knowledgeable. We found the class to be relaxing and rewarding. There was a great choice of materials. Would recommend this class and the hand makers factory for sure.

Patricia Harris • Apr 2021

Great loved the class it was awesome teacher was great loved the options with the colours and fragrances and crystals definitely recommend And definitely come back and we drove from ballarat.

Christine El-Baba • Mar 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended

This was an awesome candle making class. The teacher was good at explaining and helping us with making our candles and melts. All material needed was provided and instructions and materials needed given to take home and start making your own candles. Lovely atmosphereEnjoyed the whole experience. Thanks

Christine Khull • Mar 2021

Had a great time at the Candle Making course. Nicola was an amazing teacher and made everything easy to understand and relaxed. The take home candles that we made were very generous, l was expecting one candle but we made a great selection. The venue is great and easy to find and park. Highly recommended:)

Genine Spicer • Mar 2021

So happy I found and attended this course. Nicola was lovely teaching us to make candles. It has been a long-awaited treat for myself this class and was just what my soul deserved and my self-esteem needed. No more holding back on my life, my journey is just beginning. Thank you so much for the opportunity and the creative space wherein I learnt and found so much. Gratefully, Genine : )

Sara Deban • Mar 2021

Everything about this workshop was awesome - the teacher, the venue, the products and the learning! Highly recommend :)

Chen Lin • Mar 2021

Photo Emulsion Screen Printing Class

Nice teahter and very valuable class. Very nice candle you can make in this class.

Elli Bardas • Mar 2021

Nicola is a fantastic teacher. She is very clear in her communication and makes the process really easy and fun. I highly recommend this class.

Lewis Taylor • Mar 2021

Photo Emulsion Screen Printing Class

This was simply amazing. Everything to do with Emulsion printing was covered, and then some. The workspace is perfect. I will go out of my way to recommend the workshop!

Kristie Renwood • Mar 2021

Our teacher was wonderful- friendly & very knowledgeable, she answered all of our questions and explained each step of the process very clearly. Course context was great we made a container candle, a range of tea light candles and wax melts, with a wide range of colours and scents to choose from. The venue was fabulous, bright and spacious- this is a great course for beginner candle makers.

Elli Bardas • Mar 2021

The screen printing class at the Handmakers Factory was fantastic. The space is spacious, clean and really well supplied. Nicola, the teacher, is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced. Her calm and clear manner made learning a new skill easy. I would absolutely recommend this class to anyone wanting to learn how to screen print.

Julie Robertson • Mar 2021

Teacher was readily available. Her explanations were clear. All resources were supplied and of high quality. I think the wole class achieved amazing results.

Will Gallo • Mar 2021

We had the best time and it was super fun. Nichola was a great instructor and really helpful and hands on. We are really pleased with what we created during the class. Will definitely be doing more of these sessions.

Yeddi Yip • Mar 2021

Teacher is great and explain everything in details. She doesn’t not rush to final step and made sure I’m clear and if I have any question. It was indeed enjoyable course and I have my nice candles made nicely.

Nigel Willcock • Mar 2021

Super flexible and easy-going. Thanks for all your help and support. Had an awesome day.

Vasiliki Triantaflaros • Mar 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

The teacher was very welcoming, knowledgeable, and thorough in explaining the process. They were also very present with everybody throughout the day. Very enjoyable workshop.

Wendy Hammond • Mar 2021

Nicola was a friendly, relaxed teacher with a good knowledge of herbs, spices and fragrant oils. The plants for our smudge sticks were fresh from her own garden. The class was a lovely way to spend a Saturday morning and good value for money.

Sarah Lawton • Feb 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Class was great! Our incense doesn't look like the class photo, but love how natural all the ingredients are can't wait to burn my incense. We even made smudge sticks which was an unexpected bonus!

Saranya Dhanasekaran • Feb 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended

Great class and value for money . Definitely think I will be making candles at home .

Tracy Danskin • Feb 2021

Absolutely loved the class The teacher is amazing, kind and very resourceful and helpful The venue is amazing , the products we used were fantastic. I Absolutely recommend this class to people.

Sarah Lawton • Feb 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Such a good teacher, a lovely space to learn and create! I will be back for more!

Ashley Tam • Feb 2021

Great value for money! Class was really enjoyable. The teacher took us through various techniques and provided all necessary tools and equipment. She also offered advice if doing more ceramics at home. Highly recommend.

Yvonne Adams • Feb 2021

Recycled Paper Making Class

What a relaxing and rewarding way to spend an hour or two on a Sunday morning. Well organised and clearly presented workshop.

Dianna Ayres • Feb 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended

Very relaxing and pleasant atmosphere. The teacher was very informative and it was a fun way to spend the afternoon

Jenny Nicholls • Jan 2021

Everything was excellent. Loved the class. Very happy with what I learnt and finished product.

Karen Wolton • Jan 2021

Nicola was a fantastic teacher, and the studio was wonderful - light and airy! All equipment was of good quality and we all went home with beautiful lampshades!

Allison Dowler • Jan 2021

good couple of hours spent with a lovely informative teacher.Plenty of info and equipment .brought home some lovely scented candles thankyou

Emma Cheng • Jan 2021

Great introduction class to screen printing with a knowledgeable teacher. It was good the teacher made use of different camera angles to assist with the work shop. Will keep an eye out for different classes like this in the future and will be good to attend a workshop in class.

Nishani Sooknandan • Jan 2021

Awesome class can't wait till then next candlemaking class series on moulds asnd sculpting candles.

Lucille Serrant • Jan 2021

Absolutely loved this class! Great way to spend a few hours gaining new skills to take home.

Vicki Sturgiss • Jan 2021

Great class, very informative. Our candles look great, can't wait to use them! Thankyou :)

Emma Schuback • Jan 2021

Nichola was very easy to understand, went through all the steps logically and answered all my questions. Can’t wait to get creating now!

Elizabeth Riseborough • Jan 2021

Was only short but the teacher (I’m sorry I can’t remember her name) was very knowledgeable and gave clear instructions with all the info you’d like to know.

Beckett Sievewright • Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended

The teacher was very friendly and we brought home heaps more soap and shampoo bars than we thought we would

Kate Tran • Jan 2021

Just what I need to make my own candles. Would remember this class for beginners.

Merle Jaraba • Jan 2021

My husband and I enjoyed this soy candle making workshop at Handmaker’s Factory. This was our Christmas gift for each other. The instructions are clear and easy to understand. It’s good to be able to bring the finished candle projects home and light them up to enjoy it. Nicole is a very good teacher.

James Caink • Jan 2021

The Teacher was great and my son and I walked away with a great understanding of getting started on our own .

Gemma Galbraith • Jan 2021

Really enjoyed this class. Instructor was helpful, great space, and now feel like I could screenprint from home!

Rell Hannah • Jan 2021

This workshop is definitely directed at a learning experience rather than socialising. The space, equipment and instruction were exceptional. Nicola was patient and helpful. Really appreciated the day.

Joanne Natoli • Jan 2021

Nicollett was great, she answered all my questions, was very helpful & patient. The money I paid was worth spending on the workshop. The only thing I would suggest is maybe a little kitlike - indicator paper, thermometer, little wooden spoon along with the information that she gives you. I really enjoyed my time at the Handmakers Factory.

Jillian Morphet • Dec 2020

Great teacher. Great learning space. Really happy with the tote I printed to take home as well as the opportunities to experiment.

Danielle Morrish • Dec 2020

Everything was fantastic, the teacher was helpful, friendly and very knowledgeable. It was great being able to book a private class as well.

Gabrielle Earle • Dec 2020

What a beautiful little workshop! I really enjoyed making these soy candles! I’m looking forward to coming along to try some more workshops here in the future. Our teacher was very helpful, friendly and informative and all the materials supplied were high quality! Thank you so much

Hanna George • Dec 2020

Nicola taught us more about candle making. She was very helpful. Thank you so much.

Trish Brown • Dec 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

The instructor was very nice all the materials were supplied and the new studio workspace was great. We thought it was a little expensive but were pleased with the information about the process that we learned. I would recommend this studio as they offer many other workshops as well

Mia Castillo • Dec 2020

Very chilled, felt non-judgemental and lots of creative freedom. Great soul classics playing in the background too!

Georgina McColl • Dec 2020

Making a lampshade to a decent standard in 1.5 hours turns out to be pretty straightforward - but there are techniques, tools and tips it was great to learn in person. For example, a surprising amount of brute strength is involved, which I would have never dared on my own. Great venue, small class, and teacher Nicole, an ex-commercial lampshade maker, was ace.

Jillian Adams • Dec 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

What a great class! So good to go into class with a small piece of fabric and emerge with a fabulous lampshade!

Nicole Mackie-Jones • Dec 2020

The class was great Quite a relaxed vibe and Nichola is friendly and approachable, you come out of the session with lots of soap.

Leyla Dewi • Dec 2020

The teacher is friendly and patient also love to share her knowledge about the silk painting. She gave us free extra one hour to finish our scarf silk painting properly. I am glad become her student. Highly recommended :)

Nathaniel Irving • Nov 2020

Did this workshop with my sisters and we really enjoyed it! Nicolah was amazing and the instructions were clear. Very happy and will keep practising the techniques she thought us. Can’t wait to see the glazed finished products our of vases/trinkets.

Kathryn Boin • Nov 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

Nichola's instructions were very clear and easy to follow, I can see that this will be an activity I can easily use for all kinds of decorative work.

Georgia Campbell • Nov 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended

I really enjoyed my soy candle making class. Nicola was fantastic. I hope you keep the “zoom class” option available in the future, it is very convenient and time saving to join a class without having to leave home! Thanks again.

Erin Taplin • Nov 2020

Great class! I watched it and took notes, then made my lampshade after the class. The step by step notes provided were great and, supplemented with my own notes, the making was rather straight forward.

Chantelle Westlake • Nov 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended

This class was very informative and inspiring. I learnt more than I expected Thank you

Kathryn Boin • Nov 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

This was a good instructional class, being more interactive would have made it more fun ie. making something along with the instructor.

Reply from this teacher:

Hi Kathryn,
I'm glad you enjoyed the class! All of Handmaker's Factory's live classes are interactive (unless otherwise stated). Participants are more than welcome to join in with me or watch, take notes and ask questions before giving it a go with the help of the recording of the class.

Mel Hardie • Nov 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Really simple course to help Make beautiful homemade lampshades. Takes a little bit of patience and a knack of fabric tucking but easy to master once you get it. Will be making many more now. Thank you

Cara Moynes • Nov 2020

Really enjoyed this class. Nichola had heaps of handy tips that will really help with making candles in the future.

Jaimi Welten • Nov 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended

Thank you so much for the great lesson! The kits were put together so nicely and it was a lot of fun - I will definitely be making more of my own thanks for sending the reusable moulds too!

Anne Suwart • Nov 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Very enjoyable and easy to keep up with. Smells incredible. Recommend this class, to everyone

Paola Sparano • Nov 2020

Nichola was wonderful, the class was well set up and easy to follow. The bath bomb making kit received in the mail prior was very thoughtfully packaged. A great workshop experience given it was an online class

Emma Reilly • Nov 2020

Was great. Helped a lot. Just spoke too fast to be able to follow along

Neeta Lal • Nov 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

Bought this as a gift for my sister in May. Material Arrived so late. 6 months later, she is still waiting for a link to do a class.

Vanessa Warnock • Oct 2020

Loved my class! Informative, loads of tips too. I will do more, and definitely recommend.

Nishtha Aggarwal • Oct 2020

This class was so much fun! Nichola is a great teacher. I can't wait until lockdown is over so I can visit her workshop to learn and play some more.

Charmaine Jones • Oct 2020

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

A fun and easy way to pass an afternoon. Loved foraging in my backyard and pantry for ingredients.

Charmaine Jones • Oct 2020

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

Really enjoyed this class. It was fun to learn about the different shibori techniques. Now I’m looking around my house for all the things I can dye blue!

Natalie Toh • Sep 2020

Very clear instruction and easy to follow along. Will try to make the mask along with the replay when it is available.

Kate Umseher • Sep 2020

Thanks, this class helped a lot. I really enjoyed it and this class is great for beginners.

Indiana Bogoevski • Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

I really enjoyed the class and am very happy with my mask. Can't wait to make another one. Thanks Nicola!

Kerry Turnbull • Sep 2020

Nicola showed us lots of rubber stamp examples and demonstrated the process of a three colour stamp print. She made it all look super easy and explained tool safety and tips for carving. After the lesson I felt confident to try out my first rubber stamp. Thanks Nicola!

Mary Mastos • Sep 2020

Wonderful perfect activity fit our team and completed in the right time frame, enjoyed by everyone

Tracey Graham • Sep 2020

The online course was really good. Informative with lots of useful tips. It was great to have the camera with different views so you could see everything being done.

Kirsty Allen • Sep 2020

Nicola delivered a really engaging and well structured session, with clear instructions and good use of two cameras. I enjoyed it a lot and am really inspired to keep mucking about with clay with the help of the kit. So great that it's included in the workshop price. Thanks Nicola, the session was terrific.

Hermione Inskip • Sep 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews

Class was short and sweet. Presenter open to questions, session recorded so I can go back to later, and now I’m being left to my own devices to have a play and be creative! Love it, thank you

Flora-Joan Rotterdam • Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

You make it look so easy Well explained and interesting Will keep trying on my own

Trisha Aventurado • Sep 2020

Nichola explained each step at a nice pace and I was able to see what she was doing. She worked through three different techniques and explained how to use the tools. It was a very good introduction to ceramics and executed well online.

Valerie Tirta • Sep 2020

This class is very recommended for beginners! Nichola explained the candle making process in detail and clear. She also gives handful of tips for diy candle making

Courtney Skeen • Sep 2020

Absolutely fabulous class I enjoyed it so much Nichola is a lovely teacher. So happy with my lamp shade!

Simone McBain • Sep 2020

Great course! Great for beginners. I can't wait to watch recording and start screen printing!

Mardi Ettelson • Sep 2020

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Fantastic class! Nichola covers a lot of detail and really pre-empts any questions you may have had. One of the best class bento classes I've done. Thanks Nichola! Class kit is also great quality and generous supplies. Highly recommend! :)

Susie Black • Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

We really enjoyed this class. The kit arrived promptly and the tuition was excellent. Thank you.

Lorna Russell • Sep 2020

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews

The box had everything we needed. Nichola was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The class started and finished on time, and Nichola answered all questions before she ended it. Her instructions were clear and easy to follow too. We had fun. The kit made one medium glass jar candle, 6 tea lights, 6 melts with wax left over. I highly recommend this course. Thanks Nichola!

Gabrielle Mason • Sep 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

I was amazed at how efficient this class was! And fun! We made a candle, six tea lights and a set of melts and gained so much knowledge about the process- all in half an hour! It was really exciting to have such a beautiful and useful finished product. Nicola delivered the class in such a friendly, concise but informative way. I will definitely be back for more classes with the Handmakers factory, + more

Cara Ling • Sep 2020

Super organised and the setting looks very professional.

Melissa Mazzitelli • Sep 2020

Great class, easy to follow and fun. Well presented.

Christina Vitsentzatos • Sep 2020

Nicola was very professional and helpful, and the wax tablets were quite easy to make. Great beginners class for gift making!

Cindy Soka • Sep 2020

This class was fun and easy to follow. My candles look and smell amazing . Nichola offered so much background information and ideas on where to source our own materials if we want to make candles in the future ourselves.

Sadie Cuming • Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

The Maker’s classes are excellent, I just love the information that is so freely shared and learning from someone who really knows their stuff. 5 stars from me!

Kerrie Lay • Sep 2020

Easy to understand. Practical tuition. Good value for money And FUN. The one vat that we conjured ( that’s what it feels like) will last many more sessions. Thankyou!

Veronica Beatty • Sep 2020

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews

I had a great time learning how to make incense and smudge sticks. The class was small, so I had every chance to have my questions answered. Looking forward to perfecting my cone making and making gifts for friends

Miranda Shea • Sep 2020

Easy to follow instructions with great end results. They look quite beautiful and smell great!

Eleanor Percival • Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended

Great class, clear instructions and friendly presenter. A fab activity and will make some lovely presents.

Daniela Koulikov • Sep 2020

Nichola was warm, helpful and inviting. I felt comfortable asking questions if I had any. She guided us through the candle making process easily and at a pace that was easy to follow. I would definitely recommend her to others.

Zali Kakko • Sep 2020

Thank you for a great class! I feel well informed and capable to make these candles again.

Amy Fabry-Jenkins • Sep 2020

Great explanations of materials and the dos and don'ts of stencilmaking. We decided to watch the tutorial and try afterwards rather than play along with the tutorial.

Georgia Marett • Sep 2020

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

Really loved the weaving class! The teacher was great - really knowledgeable and she went at the right speed while managing to cover a lot of different techniques and tips. I really liked the pack I was sent, I will be using the small loom again and I like that it included a bunch of different types of wool and materials. I would recommend this class and can't wait to go to some in person classes soon!

Nan Herlihen • Sep 2020

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews

This is my second ClassBento with Nicole from Handmaker’s Factory and the reason I have done another is the wonderful instruction - easy to follow, many camera angles and extra tips means that Nicole puts so much attention to detail in her class content. Nicole is very knowledgeable and is able to translate her knowledge into simple easy to follow steps which has enabled me to learn two new craft skills. The ability to interact and ask questions is what sets Class Bento above any DIY video. The video post class is another bonus as you can choose + more

Brittany Efstathiadis • Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended

Was a really enjoyable class! Timing was perfect, Nichola was a fantastic host and she prempted our questions before we even had a chance to ask! This was the first online class we've done with 3 camera views and excellent sound quality, we almost felt like we were there! Would highly recommend.

Veronica Beatty • Sep 2020

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews

Nichola was a lovely teacher who spoke clearly, and was easy to understand. I’m so excited by how to make 3dimensional pictures instead of just silhouettes and words. I got started already and plan to make lots of stencils. Thanks

Michelle Arundel • Sep 2020

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Very therapeutic ;-) Some great techniques learned. Easy to do and fun to create. Thank you!

Rosie Rhyder • Sep 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended

This was a comprehensive introduction to weaving on an achievable scale. Great to see lots of examples of technique and combinations for inspiration.

Rini Ismail • Sep 2020

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

easy to follow instructions before (for melting the wax and getting all the materials ready) and during the live streaming. Nichola answered all the questions we have and provided all the information we need to start making our own natural candles. Fun activity with the family too. Great to have the craft box as everything is included. Can't wait to use this newly made candles and make more natural candles as it just smells divine! Thanks Nichola

Tanya Costello • Sep 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

This class was terrific. Nichola is friendly and an excellent teacher. We made 3 styles of clay pot following Nichola as she described the techniques. She told us about clay types, glazing and firing. Truly to be recommended.

Justyna Bylinska • Aug 2020

Great class! Full of very useful information and tips on where to get your materials if you decide to make more lampshades. I’ll be coming back for more! Thanks Nichole:) Justyna

Amanda Wright • Aug 2020

This was so much fun, loved it . It was easy to follow, the pack that was sent before hand was great. Well worth doing

Rachel Griffith • Aug 2020

Nichola was lovely. She was well prepared and ran the session at a good pace checking in on how we were all doing and responding to any questions as we went. We ended up with a well made face mask and the knowledge and skills to make some more. We received the zoom recording promptly after it so that we are able to do it again with her directions.

Lynda Giles-Holmes • Aug 2020

Great class! Good detail and easy mask to make with lots of available time for questions. Great that we got a follow up video that we can follow after the class! Thanks Nichola!

Maria Silva • Aug 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Such a quick and easy to follow class. Very enjoyable! Second time I've done a class through them. Highly recommend if you want to learn something new

Anne Keniry • Aug 2020

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

After participating in the class I felt confident about sewing a mask and all the questions I had after reading Mask patterns were answered by the class. The step by step instructions were vey clear and helpful.

Narelle Connell • Aug 2020

I really enjoyed this class, it was easy to follow along and very helpful. Thank you

Jackie Mahony • Aug 2020

This was really helpful to see along with. I’ll be able to make these independently now. In a world that has my mind boggling with home schooling and admin, it was great just to be shown how to do something. Not having to figure it out myself. Thanks

Teresa Lee • Aug 2020

An excellent class and teacher - easy to follow over the Zoom call with clear instructions and useful tips :)

Helen Barr • Aug 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

Thanks, I had was fun. I enjoyed the pack sent out and the pottery class.

Anne Keniry • Aug 2020

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Nichola gave really clear instructions and lots of great explanations and gave hints and inspiring ideas to take the basics learnt to more advanced options. Loved the class - she is a lovely knowledgeable teacher.

Katrina Larkham • Aug 2020

My daughter loved taking part in this class. Thanks for sharing your craft with us all during these challenging times.

Cathy Parry • Aug 2020

great lesson, we learnt a lot and enjoyed making our incense cones online while at home!

Jennifer Eldridge • Aug 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Clear and easy to follow instructions and good supply of materials. Able to continue by using many natural products

Karol Jones • Aug 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Class was informative and Nichola answered all my questions before I even asked! Great class for those looking to try their hand at incense making. Great price and the kit was very handy.

Rini Ismail • Aug 2020

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

A very fun activity. Very simple to do and follow. Nichola explained all the equipment required, where to get materials, method and cleaning up. Everything is in the craft box. The wax tablets smells delicious and I'm looking forward to picking up natural dry botanical during my walks to make more wax tablet. Thank you Nichola.

Erika Coates • Aug 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

This was the first time I have done a class and I loved it. Nichola was an excellent communicator, making it very easy to understand the process. Will definitely look at taking more classes. Great fun

Sally Whittaker • Aug 2020

11 ClassBento workshops attended • 9 reviews

Loved this class. Kit is awesome, Nicola is a great teacher with clear directions and great demonstration. Am ready to work on my first screen print Yeah

Rini Ismail • Aug 2020

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

Amazed at how easy this is after reviewing youtube videos on diy screen printing. The craft box has all you need to get yourself started. Nichola will run through the booklet and then show you how to draw and cut your selected pattern. Tips on printing incl. colours and preparing the screen and printing the pattern, cleaning and how to care for your printing and equipment. Multiple video angles and all questions answered in real-time. Definitely a good start now via online class. I'm looking forward to in-class session once this lock-down is over + more

Rini Ismail • Aug 2020

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

Easy to follow instructions incl. fabric materials, tips on the sewing machine, how to measure to find a good fit mask, sewing the darts, nose wire and filter pocket. Multiple video angles. Questions all answered in real time. Nichola is a great instructor. Can't wait to make mask for my family.

Rini Ismail • Aug 2020

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

had amazing time learning natural dye at home with Nichola. i have everything in the craft box to get myself started. We watched Nichola doing it live on the multiple videos. She answered all the questions we have. I'm just amazed at the outcome with the different colours. Nichola covered so much in the session. I just can't wait to experiment

Rini Ismail • Aug 2020

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

I had so much fun doing stamp carving looking forward to doing more stamps for patterns, cards, stamps, fabric etc. The craft box has all the essential materials I need to get started. During the live session, we have multiple videos so able to follow through each steps and get to meet other attendees. Post session I keep watching the video to practice the carving methods.

Tracy Adams • Aug 2020

A lot to cover in one class but presented really well. Great tips and examples and I’m looking forward to trying these in my own kitchen soon. Thank you

Ruth Stringer • Aug 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended

Nichola was very clear and having the two cameras made it easy to see what was going on at each stage. Questions were answered in real time, which was great. The combination of printed notes and seeing the demonstration makes me feel confident about giving this a try in my own time.

Emma Sweet • Aug 2020

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews

Nichols was Really clear and helpful as usual thanks so much looking forward to making candles

Cheryl Galpin • Aug 2020

I enjoyed this class. Thanks, Nichola. The instructions were clear and shown well during the live streaming so I could follow what you ere doing.

Rini Ismail • Aug 2020

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

totally enjoyed the class esp. for a beginner like me. Nichola explained and showed the different techniques step by step for us to try and what things to consider when weaving. loved the video too as I watched it a few times to get the method right. Loved the frame loom that comes in the craft box - perfect size for a beginner. Such a joy to open the box - wrapped with care.

Claire Cooke • Jul 2020

40 ClassBento workshops attended • 35 reviews

I really enjoyed the class. The teacher gave clear instructions and many useful tips. This was fun!

Laarni Lagasca • Jul 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Easy to follow, and detailed explanation with Nichola. All materials provided are quality for first time learners as well.

Heather Vmch • Jul 2020

105 ClassBento workshops attended • 104 reviews

Thank you Nichola for a well presented and fun activity. Your set up was absolutely gorgeous.

Rini Ismail • Jul 2020

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

Nichola is a great teacher and instructor. Very knowledgeable and patience in answering all kind of questions from the participants. Can't wait to try this and try different herbs, essential oils and botanical - all natural to create a nice scent. Thank you

Jennifer Eldridge • Jul 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Really enjoyed and got a lot of ideas. Great to see it all demonstrated for the finer details.

Kylie McCarthy • Jul 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

My daughter & I loved the candle making class. So many helpful tips. Thanks so much

Liz Wright-McCleary • Jul 2020

Nichola had a lovely welcoming style, explained things very well and clearly had strong knowledge on the workshop. The products were beautiful, were packaged well and arrived in a timely fashion. The class was for my team of 14 people and everyone enjoyed it.

Chippy Rajan • Jul 2020

Well taught and explained all steps clearly. Can't wait to make other candles again Thanks a lot

Shannon Worcester • Jul 2020

Such a great activity to do from home. Nichola was wonderful, the post out kit had everything I needed and the zoom class was so easy to follow My house now smells amazing. Thank you Nichola.

Wendy Forster • Jul 2020

Very informative and easy to follow. Enjoyed the class very much thank you. Look forward to the next one

Sharyn Ulcoq • Jun 2020

Nichola was lovely and very helpful with explaining and guiding us through the process! Love my candles !

Rini Ismail • Jun 2020

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

A great refresher course as I had attended in class before with Nichola. Truly enjoyed it. Nichola is such a natural host and great instructor. She answered any questions we have. With the recording and multiple camera views (image), it's a great way to keep practicing at own pace Just waiting on a few more kits and ingredients before on the way to making my own soaps.

Sue Hearn • Jun 2020

Nichola was Well prepared, very comfortable and skilled with her IT equipment, very clear, informative and relaxed. As I was the only participant she kindly sent a video. I really enjoyed Nichola’s class. Thank you Sue

Alicia Lockyer • Jun 2020

Class was well paced, instructions were clear. Nichola presented very well. Information about products used was also good. Thanks Nichola.

Samar Kanj • Jun 2020

Excellent course! Highly recommended. Nichola is a wonderful presenter and the course content and duration was perfect!

Jessica Scarola • Jun 2020

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews

Explained how to make candles perfectly, very informative and friendly great class thank you Nicola

Brianna Tuohy • Jun 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended

Nichola was an amazing teacher. My stepmum and I had a really great time whipping up candles from home! I was able to give a few as gifts and we're excited to try and make some on our own as Christmas gifts. Highly recommended

Rini Ismail • Jun 2020

75 ClassBento workshops attended • 75 reviews

It was a great session on a Saturday morning to learn ceramic basics from home. Nichola is very knowledgeable, gave clear instructions and a lot of tips. The various camera views were very helpful too.

Joyce Seitzinger • Jun 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

So enjoyed this. Nichola gave us a process that was easy to follow and shared lots of tips and tricks that will help as we get more experienced. And I was immediately able to put it to use.

Tracey Bright • Jun 2020