Handmaker's Factory, soap making and textiles teacher

Handmaker's Factory

Handmaker's Factory

location_on West Footscray, Melbourne

4.9 (658)
Instagram followers10k

Handmaker's Factory is a unique space for crafting enthusiasts with a diverse range of workshops for all skill levels. Our experienced instructors provide hands-on guidance in a supportive community. We offer Clay Club and Open Studio for independent practice. Most of our workshops are perfect for groups, team-building activities, corporate events, and schools. We welcome group bookings, either in the studio or at your preferred location. We are committed to creating an inclusive space for everyone.






Classes and kits


Indigo Shibori Dyeing Workshop

5.0 (6)

date_range Tue 9 Apr, 10am

location_on West Footscray / Mobile

1 to 10

label $175 - $185

Pottery Wheel Workshop for Beginners

4.9 (33)

date_range Runs regularly

location_on West Footscray

1 to 7

label $130

Eco Candle Making Class

4.9 (148)

date_range 6 Apr, 14 Apr

location_on West Footscray / Mobile

1 to 30

label $85 - $95

Soap Making Class

4.8 (49)

date_range Wed 10 Apr, 10am

location_on West Footscray / Mobile

1 to 10

label $120 - $140

Lampshade Making Workshop

5.0 (66)

date_range Sat 20 Apr, 10am

location_on West Footscray / Mobile

1 to 12

label $120

Dessert Themed Candle Making Workshop

5.0 (5)

date_range Sun 14 Apr, 2pm

location_on West Footscray

1 to 12

label $120

Screen Printing Class

5.0 (25)

date_range 17 Apr, 19 May

location_on West Footscray / Mobile

1 to 10

label $210 - $220

Photo Emulsion Screen Printing Class

5.0 (9)

date_range Sun 5 May, 10am

location_on West Footscray

1 to 10

label $230

Botanical Dyeing with Plants and Indigo Workshop

4.0 (2)

date_range Sun 21 Apr, 10am

location_on West Footscray / Mobile

1 to 30

label $185

Plaster Mould Making and Clay Slip Casting Workshop

4.8 (4)

date_range Sat 1 Jun, 10am

location_on West Footscray

1 to 8

label $250

Introduction to Ceramics Workshop: Make and Decorate a Mug

5.0 (2)

date_range Sun 28 Apr, 10am

location_on West Footscray

1 to 20

label $130

Craft a Paper Pilea Plant Workshop

date_range Wed 8 May, 7pm

location_on West Footscray

1 to 30

label $65 - $70

Beginner's Wheel Throwing Course

date_range 18 Apr, 27 Apr

location_on West Footscray

1 to 7

label $600

Monthly Ceramic Glaze Dipping Class

date_range Runs regularly

location_on West Footscray

1 to 10

label $35

Rubber Stamp Carving Workshop

date_range Your choice of time

location_on West Footscray

8 to 20

label $65

Eco Candle Making Class for Hen, Birthday or Team Parties

date_range Your choice of time

location_on West Footscray / Mobile

10 to 40

label $80 - $85

Ceramic Vase Workshop Melbourne

date_range Your choice of time

location_on West Footscray

6 to 20

label $140

Pop Art Screen Printing on Paper Workshop

date_range Your choice of time

location_on West Footscray

6 to 10

label $230

Ceramic Boob Vessel Workshop

5.0 (2)

date_range Your choice of time

location_on West Footscray

6 to 20

label $130

Intermediate Pottery Wheel Throwing Course - in Person

date_range Thu 30 May, 6pm

location_on West Footscray

1 to 7

label $600

Ceramic Painting Workshop: Porcelain Dildo

date_range Your choice of time

location_on West Footscray / Mobile

10 to 30

label $95

Self-directed Clay Club Experience

date_range Contact for details

location_on West Footscray

1 to 6

label $40

Make a Ceramic Wall Clock - Three Week Course

date_range Contact for details

location_on West Footscray

1 to 10

label $290

Ceramic Teapot Set Wheel Course - in Person (Melbourne)

date_range Contact for details

location_on West Footscray

1 to 7

label $520

Soy Candle Making Craft Kit

5.0 (1)

local_shipping Ships to you

label $55

Pottery and Ceramics Craft Kit

4.3 (3)

local_shipping Ships to you

label $46 - $52

Too Friendly Ceramics Candle Making Kit

local_shipping Ships to you

label $60

Mini Screen Printing Craft Kit

4.3 (4)

local_shipping Ships to you

label $125 - $160

Indigo Dye Vat Craft Kit

local_shipping Ships to you

label $38 - $58

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Reviews

(658)


Narelle Warden Mar 2024


This class was so much fun! Our teacher was great, very approachable and friendly and we got to take home a LOT of soap! Highly recommended

Irene Slade Mar 2024


I did the screen printing using photo emulsion class yesterday, had a great day, learned a lot, and the teacher, Nicola, was very helpful.

Charlee McIntosh Mar 2024


Amazing class. I attended this class to help me learn how to make t shirts. It was suitable for anyone wanting to screen print for any reason. Very helpful and clear explanations. Asking questions are welcomed and encouraged. Teacher is lovely and well informed. Not to only explain and instruct me but to assist me with every step. This course is good value for money as they provide many supplies and are also highly customisable (for example bringing your own shirts and inks etc). I feel although after just 1 class I have a firm grasp of the concept and process and also what I can improve on and how.
Great experience for anyone. :)

Cinzia Cozzolino Mar 2024

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I booked this class for my mum and I and we had such a great time! Learnt so much in the session and now we’re super excited to create more casts of our own. Big thanks to Isabelle for being a great teacher :)

Grace Piskopos Feb 2024

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Teacher was really friendly and informative, I was running a couple minutes late because of my kid and she was so accommodating and even told me I could bring her. I didn’t, as she would have caused a ruckus but really enjoyed the class. I learned a lot and would love to do more classes with this company.

Soap Making Class review by Grace Piskopos - Melbourne

Angie Alvarez Feb 2024


The class was great! I had a great time learning how to make the dessert themed candles and the teacher was very kind, clear providing instructions and encouraged to try ourselves at home which is amazing because I will definitely be trying some at home as my new hobbie! Cannot recommend enough!

Candle Making class review by Angie Alvarez - Melbourne

Jo Millikan Feb 2024


Great class, great teacher. Relaxing & enjoyable to learn a new skill in a creative environment & come home with a finished lampshade that I love, love, love. Now I need to start another one TODAY
Only 1 lesson and I’m right to go

Teacher's response

So happy you enjoyed it Jo!

Melissa Abdul Razak Feb 2024


Up close n personal experience. I enjoyed the class and happy to know how to make one now.

Textiles class review by Melissa Abdul Razak - Melbourne

Teacher's response

You did a wonderful job Melissa! Thanks for coming along.

Nathan Cann Feb 2024


Was awesome really answered a lot of the questions I needed and she was the nicest :))))

Teacher's response

Aww, thanks Nathan!

Chelsea Hayes Feb 2024

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Great workshop! Nichola provided a comprehensive overview and demonstration of the equipment, ingredients and method for making hot process soap (including an instruction booklet to take home). There was a range of scents, colours, exfoliants, decorations and moulds to choose from to make two batches each of customised soaps (more than a kilo per person in total). I never would have thought to attempt making my own soaps - it seemed too complex and dangerous - but my partner gifted me a voucher for this and now I feel confident that I could do it myself in future! In the meantime, we have loads of lovely handmade soap to enjoy.

Soap Making class review by Chelsea Hayes - Melbourne

Teacher's response

So glad you enjoyed the workshop Chelsea!

Joseph Chetcuti Feb 2024


great instructor and great class, l really enjoyed it thanks l will ring be back

Teacher's response

Thanks Joseph!

Julie Chetcuti Feb 2024

21 ClassBento workshops attended • 10 reviews


This workshop was lots of fun. It was so interesting to learn these techniques and the dessert candles in the end looked so delicious and smelled so yum its hard to resist. Ive had so many of my friends and family absolutely love my piece. Definitely a great experience.

Candle Making class review by Julie Chetcuti - Melbourne

Klae Brown Jan 2024


Worth the price, the teacher created a really good energy. Would recommend compared to other candle classes, they let you create multiple candles and use a variety of decorations!

Vans Kee Jan 2024


First time making candles, having a great time and experiences, easy learning, will join again.

Candle Making class review by Vans Kee - Melbourne

Teresa Joson Jan 2024


It was great again. My second class with the same teacher. Helpful and good value.

Elizabeth Bennett Jan 2024

48 ClassBento workshops attended • 41 reviews


Good kit although it really is small. It included a good size bottle of black ink along with the screen etc. Product seemed to unclude good quality items. Its up to u to create ur own design.

Nathan Sheers Dec 2023


Thankyou for this kit it has everything you need to create your own screen printing art.

Brandon Bacic Dec 2023


Teacher was very good and well versed in her class today.
My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Would definifely recomend.

Leyla Wannouche Dec 2023


Class was fun and easy to understand and follow, would definitely recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn or just have fun candle making

Julie Ja Dec 2023


The class was great! The instructions were clearly delivered verbally and a handout was also provided. There was a lot of jewels and dried flowers to decorate with. And many flavours. Would recommend!

Bridey Lokhorst-Blight Nov 2023


Each participant dyes with a different plant material (provided) and shares their samples which is great, because we get to see dyes from many more types of plant. It was good to experience using indigo and get a first-hand understanding of how it works.
The hardest part was that we each had to create 20 handwritten sample cards from our dyed fabric cut into very small scraps. It was exhausting and repetitive and stressful by the end when we were running out of time. Smaller class size and better pre-made cards would have helped.
I would have preferred a shorter lunch break/earlier finish time and we didn't have access to kitchenette as we had to leave the studio.
Despite my whinges, I really enjoyed the content, our teacher was lovely, relaxed and friendly and it was awesome to come home with so many samples for future reference.

Teacher's response

Bridey,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on the workshop. It is great to hear that you enjoyed the content and found the experience of working with different plant materials valuable.

I appreciate your constructive suggestions regarding the sample cards. This was my first time organising the workshop in this format. I will definitely consider these suggestions for the next session to ensure a more comfortable and efficient experience for everyone.

In regards to the lunch break, I apologise for any confusion. I did ask if anyone wanted to stay in the studio for lunch, and the kitchenette was available for use. However, it seems there may have been a miscommunication as everyone left and the studio was locked briefly while I purchased my own lunch.

I am thrilled that you enjoyed the overall experience and found me to be a lovely, relaxed, and friendly teacher. I hope you found the variety of samples you took home to be useful for future reference.

Once again, thank you for your feedback. I look forward to implementing your suggestions and making the next workshop even more enjoyable.

Nichola

Alison Maguire Nov 2023


This course was excellent, giving everything I had anticipated. The teacher was very friendly, well organised and gave clear explanations. All students went home with many samples that we can now apply to our own art/uses. The venue was well equipped and comfortable. The nearby lunch options were great. My friend and I had a fantastic day out!

Kerri Bennett Nov 2023


Really enjoyed this class. Even though I've had no experience with this, the teacher guided us through every element of the process. No questions were too silly and she was hands on to help us walk away with not only knowledge of the photo emulsion screen printing process but a piece or work we could be proud of.

Julie Hatton Nov 2023


I was very nervous about attending the class but there was only 2 of us there.
The venue was wonderful bright & a creative space.
The Teacher was friendly helpful & without judgement.
The set up was easy with excellent equipment.
Would love to attend again if possible & am considering a gift voucher for a family member.

Julieann Guest Nov 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great class - easy to follow clear instructions , and one very patient teacher. Thank you Nicola

Aylin Putzer Oct 2023


Very fun activity! Nicola was great to have around and explained the instructions in detail. There was also plenty of time to think about your design and trialling different things. It didn't feel rushed and super relaxing instead. The candles turned out really cute too!

Aleesha de Mel -Tucker Oct 2023


Enjoyed every minute of this class. Nicola is a wonderful teacher, she made learning fun.

Ali Campbell Oct 2023


Calm, non judgy. Effective instructions and communicator- so great! Happy to go with the flow as the class wanted

Brigid Neylan Oct 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


I loved the class. Isabelle was a great teacher and managed us all well. I learnt so much in a fun way and will be able make basic moulds and slip castings. I'm especially happy to create what will be a great espresso mug

Theodora Skarlatos Oct 2023


The Teach was very knowledgeable and didnt pretend to know everything., - the woman
was clearly knowledgeable in her craft and had answers and solutions for all of us .
She made it so easy to follow and we all had fun making the moulds and seeing our days achievements in the end.
I would highly recommend the class to anybody wanting to learn another skill in the complex world of ceramics. Thank you for a fun time !

Samantha Oct 2023


I had a wonderful morning making my first lampshade shade. Nicola was a lovely and patient teacher I'm not to crafty or quick! I would highly recommend this class. And I'm now hooked and have made a few more since the class.

Lampshade Making Workshop review by Samantha - Melbourne

Teresa Joson Oct 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Easy to find, location is great. Spacious workstation, teacher is knowledgeable.
Would be nice to buy some supplies to carry on new learning at home.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Teresa Joson - Melbourne

Amy Jenkins Oct 2023


We absolutely loved this class. Great value for money, great quality products and the studio was such a fresh and inspiring creative space.
Our teacher was the best part, her knowledge and encouragement were so much appreciated, and was so welcoming Can’t wait to do another class with her

Soap Making class review by Amy Jenkins - Melbourne

Margaret Bergin Oct 2023


It was a great class. Nichola was clear with all the steps and encouraging as we got all our lampshades made successfully.

Lampshade Making Workshop review by Margaret Bergin - Melbourne

Lana Perry Sep 2023


Really welcoming, an array of dyes, fragrances & decorations. A breadth of knowledge & very informative. Looking forward to the next one!

Eco Candle Making Class review by Lana Perry - Melbourne

Lisa Perkin Sep 2023

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


A great workshop that was well explained and allowed us to create many items of soap.

Soap Making class review by Lisa Perkin - Melbourne

Lisa Perkin Sep 2023

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


A fun workshop where we were able to create many candles & tealights. Everything was well explained and materials were all provided

Soy Pillar Candle Making Workshop review by Lisa Perkin - Melbourne

Lisa Perkin Sep 2023

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


A fun, yet different workshop experience. Our teacher went through in detail the steps and ingredients involved in candle making.

Jas Inclusive Studios Sep 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Fabulous teacher, so friendly and easy to understand! All our students loved her candle making class and are eager to go back to do more!

Eco Candle Making Class review by Jas Inclusive Studios - Melbourne

Dianne Hill Sep 2023


This was an excellent class. The instructor was very knowledgeable and provided great instructions in the tutorial and throughout the day. There were plenty of materials and lots of time to experiment with the different techniques. Highly recommended.

Lisa Wild Sep 2023


Great class! Was taught at a great pace for someone who has never touched a pottery wheel. Loved it

Pottery Wheel Workshop for Beginners review by Lisa Wild - Melbourne

Eve Hally Aug 2023

23 ClassBento workshops attended • 24 reviews


Always wanted to learn to make my own soap! lovely teacher and fun class to do! Thank you

Adana Gerard Aug 2023


Teacher was very helpful and always came over to assist when needed. Lots of clay to use and explore.

Pottery Wheel Workshop for Beginners review by Adana Gerard - Melbourne

Julie Chetcuti Aug 2023

21 ClassBento workshops attended • 10 reviews


Everything was really good and I had a great time creating everything. I would recommend them to others.

Rodney Sipthorp Aug 2023


Great class with clear instruction. Excellent work space. Great to know we have access to future support l ies through the store too. Thanks for a great afternoon.

Textiles class review by Rodney Sipthorp - Melbourne

Anonymised ClassBento student Aug 2023


A little bit dissapointed as i travelled over an hour to get to Footscray, i was under the impression i could use essential oils or natural fragrances. None of the natural fragrances were labled and there was no essential oils. So ended up getting soy candles with fragrance, which everyone does, i could have gone around the corner for the same thing. Sorry but maybe constructive critisim helps. Apart from that, facilitator was great knew what she was doing.

Teacher's response

Thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback on your recent experience at our workshop in Footscray. We truly appreciate your honesty and are grateful for the opportunity to address your concerns.

We sincerely apologise for any disappointment you experienced regarding the availability of essential oils and natural fragrances at the workshop. We understand that you travelled a considerable distance to attend and had certain expectations. We are dedicated to offering a diverse range of options to our participants and are committed to ensuring that our offerings align with our attendees' preferences.

While we offer natural candle fragrances and have a wide selection available, we understand that their labelling could have been clearer. Regrettably, the oils can cause damage to the labels over a period of time. We will certainly work on improving the labelling to make it easier for our attendees to identify the scents they are interested in.

We have considered your feedback on the use of essential oils. While essential oils have their benefits, especially in terms of natural aromas, we have found through our extensive research and experience that their downsides can outweigh their positives when used in candle making. Essential oils can often have unpredictable effects on the candle's scent throw, burn quality, and stability. We believe in providing our participants with candles that maintain consistent quality and performance.

Thank you for your valuable feedback. We will use it to improve future workshops and enhance the experience for all participants.

We're delighted to hear that you found our facilitator knowledgeable and skilled. Thank you for your feedback! We hope to provide you with an even better workshop experience.

Emma Duncan Aug 2023


a fabulous informative and fun class with
the right amount of instruction and support to create something special

Anna Pira Aug 2023


Teacher was knowledgeable, engaging and encouraging. The venue was well suited to the activity. The materials were all provided and there was a wide selection. I really enjoyed the class and learnt a lot

Simone Harnden Aug 2023


Nichola our teacher was great.
Thorough in her explanations & very patient.
The notes will be good to look back on should we make them at home.

Candle Making class review by Simone Harnden - Melbourne

Sam Stafford Aug 2023


The class was very enjoyable, great materials and instruction. Highly recommended for anyone of any ability.

Tiffany Tzimas Aug 2023


Really great atmosphere and Nicola was lovely.
Easy to follow and was such a fun time.
Also enjoyed the creative side and the good energy,
The group was lovely as well.
Great experience and would recommend to anyone who wants to try something different!

Candle Making class review by Tiffany Tzimas - Melbourne

Miyuki Watson Aug 2023


Thank you so much for a lovely lesson and I had a great & fun time

Kylie Dixon Aug 2023


I loved the whole experience
I also learnt a lot and enjoyed the company of everyone

Juthika Acharya Aug 2023


Nicole is absolutely amazing and very through with her knowledge and we got tons of fancy soaps at the end of the class. So it is really value for money and definitely a fun skill to add into your hobbies. Cheers!

Soap Making Class review by Juthika Acharya - Melbourne

Aaron Annuscheit Aug 2023


Venue was a tad cold but it's Melbourne in the morning. The instructions provided were clear and thorough. The candle making was great fun and we got to meet new people. My wife is already planning her next visit

Eco Candle Making Class review by Aaron Annuscheit - Melbourne

Laura Schoofs Jul 2023


Great class with a really engaging teacher. The only thing that would make this better would be starting and finishing the class with a wine and some snacks and some great music as we work on our creations.

Kirsty Elliott Jul 2023


Two hours of real enjoyment and learning in a small group. Everything was well set up and Paul was very patient and helpful. There was plenty of extra clay if needed. We get to see our creations in one month, glazed.

Melissa Falzon Jul 2023


I came across Class Bento from my best friend who did the candle making class and she highly recommended it, but when I was looking online, there wasn’t any classes at a date that were suitable for me. I then signed up for the newsletter, and that’s when I received an email stating there was 1 spot left for a spot, so I thought, why not? I did the class on my own, despite others being in groups or in couples.

The teacher was very informative and helpful. The venue is easy to get to and its very spacious (not cramped at all). Plenty of materials provided in the candle kit and I was able to make 2 candles and 10 tealights. The experience was good value for money as you learn how much wax to use, wicks to use and the fragrances you like for your candle. Overall, it’s the experience and learning how to make a candle which matters. It was very therapeutic and relaxing.

Highly recommend it to anyone

Eco Candle Making Class review by Melissa Falzon - Melbourne

Brooke Little Jul 2023

71 ClassBento workshops attended • 52 reviews


A good starting kit for creating although I wish it included more items you could decorate

Provider's response

Hi Brooke,

Thank you for taking the time to write a review of our mini screen printing kit. We appreciate your feedback on the kit and we're glad to hear that it served as a good starting point for your creative endeavors.

We understand your desire for more items to decorate, but please note that our screen printing kit contains everything that was listed and shown in the photos and there is also the option to add extras (tote bags, tea towels, extra inks etc.) when ordering.

We will definitely take your suggestion into consideration for future improvements.

Thanks again for your review and we hope our kit continues to inspire your creativity.

Best regards.

Brooke Little Jul 2023

71 ClassBento workshops attended • 52 reviews


Good kit love the kit is comes with very helpful and good amount of clay 10/10

Shama Lad Jul 2023


It was a great experience learning candles making. Teacher is very experienced, knowledgeable, helpful and encouraging. You feel good vibes while you working. No one was judgmental. Enjoyed and got confidence of making my own candle for friends and family . Definitely I would recommend my friends and family.

Candle Making class review by Shama Lad - Melbourne

Jackie Turner Jul 2023


Excellent class. Great teacher who explained in good detail for a class the size that it was greatly managed & melt it was organised very well.
Highly recommend

Elvah Velasco Jul 2023


Teacher was knowledgeable, relaxed and very patient with the class. Great info for begginers. Will definitely recommend. Good job

Eco Candle Making Class review by Elvah Velasco - Melbourne

Chelsea Farrar Jul 2023

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


The teacher was so lovely and helpful. Thoroughly enjoyed the class. Will be back :) thanks

Candle Making class review by Chelsea Farrar - Melbourne

Rachel Warren Jul 2023


This class was a fun experience for my mum and myself. We both enjoyed the teaching from Nicola which was very informative and we left there with the skills to start candle making back at home. It was a great space to work in and we look forward to our next class there.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Rachel Warren - Melbourne

Eve Hally Jun 2023

23 ClassBento workshops attended • 24 reviews


Teacher was lovely and very helpful. Super fun class to do and also disability friendly! Would definitely go again. Love the candles we made.

Nerida Stoddart Jun 2023


What a fun thing to do. Had a great time making soap. Teacher was lovely

May Wang Jun 2023


Good fun and easy to follow instructions. A great activity to do with a parent or your spouse.

Francesca Joesoep Jun 2023


Glass was fun and enjoyable. Created lots of lovely candles and learned a lot in the process. Teacher was thorough in explaining what we were doing, why we were doing it, background on what we were using and had a handout with additional resources so we can make our own candles. There was an abundance of scents, colours, and decorations to use, plenty of space and everything required was available.

Candle Making class review by Francesca Joesoep - Melbourne

Adele Musso Jun 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


The teacher was great at explaining the task. Very informative when talking about products and suppliers, was very enthusiastic about candle making.

Yasmin Crestani Jun 2023


Candle making turned out to be such a cute date & my partner loved it too. Everything was set up to be so easy & we could just enjoy the process

Kaisha Cameron Jun 2023


Teacher is fabulous and full of knowledge
Lots of different scents available
Two types of wicks
2 larger candles and many tea light candles
Very enjoyable and well worth it

Candle Making class review by Kaisha Cameron - Melbourne

Vinika Garg Jun 2023


I enjoyed the class very much Nichola gave us a good knowledge on candle making and its technical aspects all the materials were provided and in the end I was able to make 2 glass containers and around 10 tea lights i was excited

Tran Nguyen May 2023


We had this class as part of our friend’s hen do and it was a wonderful experience! Lovely scents, perfect group activity, creative and with perfect gifts to take home. Nicola was lovely and explained all so well.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Tran Nguyen - Melbourne

Sue Taylor May 2023


Good fun experience
Lovely instructor. No pressure.
Had a really good time
We would highly recommend

Anna Ganci May 2023


First timers at pottery. Found it very enjoyable and our teacher Paul was very good at showing us what to do,and excellent at giving us a hand when needed, makes us want to continue to learn more it was a fun two hours

Sarah Senanayake May 2023


Paul was well experienced and was patient teaching pottery. The materials were great it was enjoyable

Pottery class review by Sarah Senanayake - Melbourne

Glenda Macnaughton May 2023

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


There was not a lot of hands on experience in the workshop so lots of waiting around whilst things happened. The information re the quantity of essential oils and other additives was very sketchy - some information on that would have been helpful. It was also erratic about how much soap each person took home. I ended up with a smaller batch than many.

Teacher was pleasant and welcoming and it was a good venue.

Teacher's response

Hi Glenda,
It's unfortunate that you may have missed some important details at the workshop due to your late arrival, questions were actively encouraged throughout the workshop. It's important to know that everyone was given the same amount of soap, as it was carefully measured on the scales.
We appreciate your review and will consider your comments for our future workshops.
Thank you,
Handmaker's Factory

Sandy Singh May 2023


Such a great class to learn the basics about candle making. Everything was organised from the moment I stepped through the door. Thank you once again.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Sandy Singh - Melbourne

Calandra May 2023


Lampshade making was a fun course to do. The teacher was clear with instructions and gave tips on projects achievable in the future. The workshop was large, bright and well stocked.
I’m thrilled with the quality of my first handmade lampshade. I highly recommend rounding up a couple of friends and giving it a go!

Bridie McDougall May 2023


I had a lot of fun today making my soap, it turned out great and I can't wait to use it.

Soap Making Class review by Bridie McDougall - Melbourne

Jess Powers May 2023


Happy with the soap made . Look forward ti trying it out in the shower soon

Renee Gumban May 2023


I really enjoyed the candle making session. The teacher was very detailed about the process of making soy wax candles. It was a very fun activity. Now I can easily make my own candles at home or sell them like a pro!

Candle Making class review by Renee Gumban - Melbourne

Rhiannon Matta May 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The lampshade making workshop was excellent!
Our teacher was friendly and welcoming, and she explained everything clearly to ensure we all knew what we were doing.
The workshop space is clean and well set up and easy to find.
I’ll definitely be looking for other classes there.

Textiles class review by Rhiannon Matta - Melbourne

Lauren Self May 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The teacher was great, he did a demonstration first and then went through the process step by step with us. I made a couple of mistakes along the way and he provided more clay and help! Very happy with my final products!

Bronwyn Irving Apr 2023


Teacher was lovely and so helpful, made the process easy to understand. Had a fantastic day and would recommend

Tianie Arthers Apr 2023


Teacher was great and very helpful. The experience was great fun and the group were very supportive

Tegan Ingham Apr 2023


Great class! The time went by surprisingly fast and it was great that the room of people got so meditative and focused that we all zoned out together, a rare and cool experience. The teacher Paul was calmly confident and available for whatever we needed. I got to make 3 bowls, 2 more successful than the others but there's beauty in the wibbly wobbly messy one too. My next goal is the 8 week course! I'll hopefully be back!

Katrina Cleary Apr 2023


Great well equipped venue, our teacher Nicola was very informative and very adaptable with assisting us with transferring fonts digitally and using a cutting machine. We were able to get through quite a few prints in the time frame. Very relaxed atmosphere, with everything you could need. Highly recommend.

Sascha Nixon Apr 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Nichola taught my son (13 yrs old) to do screen printing. She had a device help my son do short-cut for a stencil, then he could focus and practice on screen printing. He loved it.
The class was not over crowded, enough space, materials and tools for everyone.

Cally Grogan Apr 2023


The instructor was very knowledgeable, supportive and friendly. The venue was great and the supplies were high quality. Space was provided for heating our lunch. We were supplied with a booklet to take home to be able to continue using these skills. Thanks!

Textiles class review by Cally Grogan - Melbourne

Julieann Guest Apr 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Thanks Nicole for such a great class - good introduction to screen printing. Good location, very accessible.

Kate Croucher Apr 2023

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


The venue was excellent - clean and spacious with convenient parking on a Sunday. Our tutor Nicola was just wonderful - clear and concise and proceeded at a pace everyone could keep up with and understand the process. One of the most enjoyable classe I have done with Class Bento with an amazing lampshade to take home

Nikhita Narayan Apr 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


It was so easy and fun! Heaps of variety of accessories and scents to add to your candles and you can make as many tea lights as you want. Worth your money.

Nicole Khumalo Apr 2023


Nicola was a great teacher, she made everything clear and concise. Providing us with so much background information that will be so useful when we replicate this at home

Dezmarelda Hirama Apr 2023


Pre-covid I bought a vintage lamp @ a garage sale, but really disliked the lamp shade. Purchased a custom made shade which cost approximately $200 incl freight - I love it BUT have always wondered how hard would this be to make
Well, today I invested in myself to learn something new & creative. Might look at other courses offered by ClassBento as today was awesome & we had a great facilitator & lovely facility. Great value & almost everything provided, you just need to take your chosen material for your shade.
Glad I bought extra material & know where to get supplies from

Lampshade Making Workshop review by Dezmarelda Hirama - Melbourne

Elizabeth Haynes Apr 2023


Nicola was great, class was well run.
Great way to spend some time meeting new people and take home some lovely scented candles

Kate Flynn Apr 2023


We had a really great experience at our beginners pottery wheel class. The teacher was really approachable and relaxed which made us feel comfortable to get the most out of it. It was great to have a small class so you could ask lots of questions and get help as needed. The venue in Footscray was awesome and we're really excited to pick up our pieces in a month! Would definitely recommend!

Pottery class review by Kate Flynn - Melbourne

Florea Nuthall Apr 2023


Paul was a great teacher, and it was good fun! Would highly recommend the class.

Phi Tran Apr 2023


It was super fun. Teacher was very friendly and you could tell that he is passionate about what he does. Would definitely do it again. :)

Danielle Gibson Apr 2023


Had the best time. Great first timer course. Friendly teacher and good vibes. Thank you

Ben Goh Mar 2023


The instructor was very resourceful in helping participants in the class. The atmosphere was relaxing and friendly. Highly recommended if you looking for a relaxing and enjoyable afternoon. You'll also feel a sense of achievement for making your own soap.

Kerryn Maguire Mar 2023


Nicola's workshop on soap making was excellent. I am a teacher myself and I found her to be very knowledgeable about all types of soap making. We made hot processed soap. The workshop was light and airy and we had plenty of room. The class was a good size - not too big. We had all the tools we needed and a wide range of additives to mix in. I was really happy with what I produced. It was interesting to see what other class members put together as well. We took away a box full of soaps we created, a great handbook to follow to make soap at home and lots of good tips to follow. Best of all it was fun. Thank you Nicola - Kerryn

Megan Collins Mar 2023

25 ClassBento workshops attended • 20 reviews


The teacher was very knowledgeable and explained the process extremely well. To the point of suppliers and a very informative booklet to take home. The venue was a great learning and creative space. Made heaps of soap and was plenty of products to choose from. Would highly recommend this to anyone.

Soap Making class review by Megan Collins - Melbourne

Gretta Jealous Mar 2023


It was such a lot of fun. The teacher Nicola was helpful friendly knowledgeable. The venue was clean had everything there we needed and a casual relaxed atmosphere.
I had a great day.

Nicole Lee Mar 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


A really fun experience - we enjoyed the walkthrough of the whole process and the detailed explanation the teacher gave!

Kylie O'Reilly Feb 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


A great way to spend a Saturday afternoon. The teacher was lovely, and very patient. :)
Handmaker’s factory is a really lovely space and I’m already looking at other classes available.

Iresha Wijayakantha Feb 2023


I really enjoyed the candle making class. She was very organised, extremely knowledgeable, and an amazing teacher. You won't be disappointed and I would definitely recommend.Thanks so much❤️

Eco Candle Making Class review by Iresha Wijayakantha - Melbourne

Michelle Magee Feb 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Just loooved this workshop Easy to understand, fun to do and amazing results. So inspiring

Adrian Olguin Feb 2023


This was a great workshop. Easy to follow instructions. The instructor was fabulous. Highly recommend

Lisa Bui Feb 2023


Linh was an enthusiastic instructor and made sure that the whole experience was enjoyable and fun. She answered all our questions and checked in on each participant individually. Can't wait to see our final vessels!

Jen Brown Feb 2023

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


I really enjoyed this class and will absolutely be making more when I get home Highly recommended!

Luisa Feb 2023


The teacher was nice. Súper relax. In general the class was good.

Is there any possibility to make soap without caustic soda? Like to offer products more environmentally friendly?


I enjoyed the class if I am honest. And I could understand almost everything.

Luisa.

Melita Prideaux Feb 2023

11 ClassBento workshops attended • 12 reviews


Went with a total group of 6 together as we had a family bonding activity together.
We definitely had lots of fun, it felt like we were all at school together.
The teacher was super lovely and helpful.
There was a total of 14 in the class and even all the other participants were super nice.
I enjoyed making my own hand Made soap with the ingredients provided there such as organic seeds and scents and flowers. Was so happy to use the soap when I got home.

Daniel Johnston Feb 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I really enjoyed my candle making class it was wonderful learnt about measuring temperature of the wax and how to pour in the wax safely and what to trim the wick down to. Can't wait to come back

Dessi Istanto Feb 2023


A very enjoyable and informative class. Great fun and a relaxed environment and good for beginners.

Georgie Burley Feb 2023


Great class, fun to do. Nicola was lovely and helpful, we made the most beautiful candles

Deb Mills Feb 2023

13 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


I Really enjoyed the class. Nicola is a great teacher! Would definitely do another class.

Lucien Stals Feb 2023


A fantastic day of making spoons. The instructor was very knowledgeable and communicated well. Great venue.

Harriet Jan 2023


Teacher didn’t introduce himself but was very friendly. Class was good fun and we learnt a lot. Clean water for hand washing would have made it perfect. Teaching the steps in stages would have been better than all at once.

Anna Joyce Jan 2023


The candle workshop had amazing materials - the molds, colours, and fragrances were great. The fact that we could make tea lights with any leftovers was also great. I felt that the instructor could’ve structured the learning a bit better in order for us to understand the process. Perhaps instead of talking through what to do, she could walk us through making a candle of her own so that we saw the process once.

Ashy Sheppard Jan 2023


Paul was super helpful and knowledgeable and easy going. Made it a lot better for us as my partner and I are pretty introverted. We loved the experience and are looking forward to taking more classes. Location is great, with a great cafe just down the road and easy to find parking. Studio is clean and filled with light. Highly recommend this class to any beginners

Pottery Wheel Workshop for Beginners review by Ashy Sheppard - Melbourne

Eve Hally Jan 2023

23 ClassBento workshops attended • 24 reviews


Unfortunately didn't make it to this class due to being sick but it looks amazing, hopefully can book in another time

Laura Thompson Jan 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Best value and had the best time!

I learnt so much - walked away ready to screen print at home - Thank You

Louise Avery Jan 2023


Learnt a new skill in a day with great company and stories shared.Loved It

Sue Hughes Jan 2023

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Great weaving workshop. Venue works really well, cafes and easy parking nearby. Materials all generously supplies with lots of variety. Nicole is a great teacher. Highly recommend this workshop.

Sharon Brandon Jan 2023


The teacher was fantastic - it was so much fun and I will be singing up for more classes

Finlay Pedler Jan 2023


Great explanation of where to find equipment and materials at home! Really enjoyed learning a new skill and taking home so many candles!

Laura Papp Jan 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The teacher was very lovely, helpful and informative! Everything was easily explained, lots of lovely scents and decorations provided. I had a wonderful time and highly recommend this workshop!

Eco Candle Making Class review by Laura Papp - Melbourne

Megan Collins Jan 2023

25 ClassBento workshops attended • 20 reviews


This was a wonderful experience. Such a relaxing thing to do. The teacher was great. He explained and showed the process and made it very clear to understand. He gave one on one time if you were struggling with the process. Highly recommend this to everyone.

Pottery class review by Megan Collins - Melbourne

Liz Macpherson Jan 2023


Fabulous class. Nichola is fantastic. Loved it and highly recommend her and her class. First class.

Textiles class review by Liz Macpherson - Melbourne

Sevelin Asali Jan 2023

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


It was such a joyful experience spent with lovely people. The teacher is very informative and helpful. I really enjoyed my time there creating and decorating my candles. Highly recommend.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Sevelin Asali - Melbourne

Amy Mehrton Jan 2023


This class was great - super accessible and relaxed, and I learned a lot. The teacher was very informative and made me very comfortable. Would go back!

Eric Clews Jan 2023

11 ClassBento workshops attended • 9 reviews


Loom is easy to assemble, but had trouble understanding the written instructions. Had to watch a few youtube videos to properly understand how to use it & how to finish a piece.

Paula Manchego Dec 2022


My mum has a great experience with this workshop, the teacher explained very well and she was very supportive of people like my ( who does not speak English) so kudos to the teacher. Mum deeply enjoyed the time to actually practice and be creative. Highly recommended!

Vivienne Temple Dec 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class! Easy to follow instructions and ended up with a beautiful lampshade. Would highly recommend.

Mh Craig Dec 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Very enjoyable lampshade-making class. Teacher well-informed, professional, friendly. Venue inspiring (many examples to look at) and confortable. Would recommend!

Sakshi Chugh Dec 2022


The class was good. I enjoyed making candles and the teacher had lot of knowledge.

Would definitely recommend it to others.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Sakshi Chugh - Melbourne

Mark Campagnaro Dec 2022


Really enjoyed my soap making class. Great instructions and everything was provided which made for a really good session. Definitely recommend.

Stephanie McGrath Dec 2022


I really enjoyed my first time. Mel was encouraging. I look forward to the next one.

Kellie Maloney Dec 2022

28 ClassBento workshops attended • 24 reviews


Great little pottery kit with everything you need to make some lovely clay pieces. I would recommend trying out a class beforehand so you know what you're doing, as the kit comes as is. Clay was so nice to play with and the tools are good quality. Would recommend giving it a go!

Pottery kit review by Kellie Maloney

Wendy Wong Dec 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Really enjoyed a Sunday spent at Handmaker's Factory, learning and playing with shibori dye and pattern methods.

Karen Tremaine Dec 2022


Loved this class.
Great teacher and very knowledgeable.
Left feeling very inspired!
Lots of fun.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Karen Tremaine - Melbourne

Venecia Bachee Dec 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Paul spent time with each person throughout the session ensuring we felt comfortable as beginners with the wheel. The workshop was very enjoyable with the freedom to create our own pieces and really use the session to acquaint ourselves with the process. There was ample clay to work with and even when we had not quite got it right the first time.
The Handmaker's Factory is a beautiful space and was perfect for an afternoon learning how to use the pottery wheel.

Ikram Boru Dec 2022


The teacher was very patient and helpful, he was more than happy to help. The class is a fantastic beginners session.

Kuni Yamada Nov 2022


It was such an enjoyable & soothing workshop. Everyone was so happy that we made something we could take home to share for xmas presents. Thank you very much.

Soap Making Class review by Kuni Yamada - Melbourne

Anonymised ClassBento student Nov 2022

36 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


I had a fantastic time at this workshop, which is in a an open and bright space. Nichola is a calm, thoughtful and patient teacher whose relaxed approach put me at ease straight away and provided a welcoming space to learn and ask questions. Nichola was thorough and careful with directions about the the hot soap making process, so much so, that I feel it’s something I could now do at home on my own. There are so many beautiful additions that are provided to add to your soap. You can add clay, flowers, spices, herbs, seeds, exfoliants, essential oils and natural colourants. This was one of the most fascinating and fun aspects for me. Nichola explained where the natural dyes come from and how they can be used, and also things you can use at home. This workshop was terrific value for money. I bought home a box filled with all of the soaps I made and also some bags of bath salts, which we were able to make up as well and was a lovely surprise.

Thank you so much Nichola, looking forward to doing more workshops!

Soap Making class review by Anonymised ClassBento student - Melbourne

Megan Collins Nov 2022

25 ClassBento workshops attended • 20 reviews


This was fun and very informative. To the point I could start making my own candles if I wanted to. Great creative zone

Candle Making class review by Megan Collins - Melbourne

Jennifer Hu Nov 2022


I had lots of fun attending this soap making class, perfect for beginners, the instructor is great, have explained everything well. We get to take home some beautiful soap at the end, love it!

Soap Making class review by Jennifer Hu - Melbourne

Robyn Cochrane Nov 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I really enjoyed the workshop. Our teacher was lovely and explained things very clearly and concisely. The venue was spacious and had a nice feel to it. We were able to make and take home 2 large candles and a number of tea light candles. The class met all my expectations and was great value for money.

Jarryd Haefele Nov 2022


The teacher was amazing, very knowledgeable and very friendly. The place was amazing and what we created and got to take home was well worth the class. Thank you so much!

Candle Making class review by Jarryd Haefele - Melbourne

Kim Tran Nov 2022


Nichola was really great teacher and very knowledgeable. Loved this class and would highly recommend

Candle Making class review by Kim Tran - Melbourne

Tania Dansie Nov 2022


Teacher was knowledgeable explained well
Approachable

Enjoyed the class
Would definitely recommend

Good value for money

Michelle Gates Nov 2022


Nichola was a calm, friendly and helpful teacher. The process was easy and the finished result was stunning. I felt it was good value for money and had no trouble finding the venue.

Lampshade Making Workshop review by Michelle Gates - Melbourne

Emily Hylard Nov 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Excellent venue, teacher and a great result! Am very happy with my lamp shade I made.

Sue Floyef Nov 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Such a great activity. Nicola was engaging and full of experience- well done !
Loved the whole experience. Surprised my self with my creation.
Recommend this activity 100%

Lynne Alderton Nov 2022


This was a fabulous morning. Nichola was a great teacher & it was so satisfying to come out with a lampshade. I will be making more.

Leonie Gusman Nov 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Loved it all and my lampshade looks amazing in the place I put it at home !

Textiles class review by Leonie Gusman - Melbourne

Leonie Gusman Nov 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Loved it all and my lampshade looks amazing in the place I put it at home !

Jennifer Matthews Nov 2022


Lovely instructor in Nicole, and a really cool workshop venue. All very organized and I had fun making my lampshade, which I’m really pleased with! I even bought materials to upcycle a couple of my grubby lampshades at home. Good value, a fun skill to have to decorate your own space.

Textiles class review by Jennifer Matthews - Melbourne

Iris Looi Nov 2022


Eco candle making class was lovely and wonderful experience. Teacher was amazing, friendly and helpful with many information. Will be back again for other classes.

Candle Making class review by Iris Looi - Melbourne

Subha Narayanan Nov 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Teacher was amazing and lovely . She was not holding back on sharing information and providing assistance .

Wax provided was of high quality
Amazing atmosphere and had a lot of fun learning with Nicola.

Sumana Morrison Nov 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended


Nichola is a great teacher and was very patient with me and my questions. I really enjoyed this experience and will go back again!

Lisa Styrud Nov 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The tools and tool kit looks great. I am yet to find a place where I can fire this clay so I haven't been able to do anything with it yet. I wouldn't recommend gifting this, unless you are confident the person receiving is experienced and has access to a mid-fire kiln. Not great for beginners unless you have contacts and know where to fire your pieces.

Provider's response

Hi Lisa,

Thank you for taking to write a review.
We made a point of adding the below note to the listing, to try and avoid issues such as this from arising. I'm sorry if this was not clear.
Please note: The clay pieces you create with this kit must be fired in a kiln at cone 9.

If you reach out to the Classbento CS team ([email protected]), they will be happy to see if there is a potter in your area who can fire your pieces.

Marc Lewandowski Oct 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Nichola was an excellent teacher. Very knowledgeable and gave clear instructions throughout. The session was well planned and we had the opportunity to make 3 scented candles and a wide range of tea lights. Would certainly recommend!

Soy Pillar Candle Making Workshop review by Marc Lewandowski - Melbourne

Anna Caspanello Oct 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The venue was good. The class was fine for general & easy pillar candle making.I wish we had a more detailed and precise information especially for troubleshooting. I think the class could be 2.5 hours -

Candle Making class review by Anna Caspanello - Melbourne

Leanne Toby Oct 2022


I thoroughly enjoyed this session. Great teacher who provided very helpful tips throughout. I highly recommend it.

Elizabeth Johnson Oct 2022


Teacher was awesome, she made everyone feel relaxed and explained everything perfectly.
Highly recommend this place we are looking for our next class already

Eco Candle Making Class review by Elizabeth Johnson - Melbourne

Letty Cata Oct 2022


Loved the whole process teacher was fabulous definitely will be back with friends well done !

Sophie Jones Oct 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


The instructor was lovely and patient, super helpful and welcoming to all questions. Explained everything so we could make these ourselves at home and understand every step. There was plenty of resources and a variety of colours, smells and decorations. Inspiring environment (:

Candle Making class review by Sophie Jones - Melbourne

Peita Trizio Oct 2022


Such a fun experience, very relaxed. Its inspired me to look at signing up to the 8week course too.
i think I've caught the pottery bug.

Pottery class review by Peita Trizio - Melbourne

Alex Minagall Oct 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Amazing class, even for beginners. Had so much fun and left with some amazing prints. Really happy!

Screen Printing Class review by Alex Minagall - Melbourne

Maddy Wallace Oct 2022


Great venue. Nice quiet class. Not too many people. Teacher was nice and helpful. Fun to try

Melinda Brown Oct 2022

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Very informative and enjoyable class. Super pleased with the candles we made and want to start making more!

Eco Candle Making Class review by Melinda Brown - Melbourne

Raven Maraviles Oct 2022


It was a great experience. Really friendly. Love to do more in the future. Thank you

Pottery class review by Raven Maraviles - Melbourne

Kathy Choi Sep 2022


We had a great time and went home with so many gorgeous candles! The teacher was lovely and helpful. I would highly recommend it for a hen’s!

Candle Making class review by Kathy Choi - Melbourne

Hayley Franzi Sep 2022


Was kind and professional and really good at explaining in depth how to screen print. I would highly recommend

Textiles class review by Hayley Franzi - Melbourne

Kirra Travers Sep 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Nicola was a fantastic trainer. Had a lot of fun! Not a cookie cutter class where everyone’s product is exactly the same, there is lots of room to put your own creativity in!

Candle Making class review by Kirra Travers - Melbourne

Dimitra Losa Sep 2022


Informative class, learnt how to make candles at home as well! Great range of scents

Carmel Grant Sep 2022


Nicola gave a really well thought out informative class. All materials provided.
Clean well lit space.
Great bakery nearby for coffee!

Jade Varvodic Sep 2022


Nichola was really lovely and so knowledgeable about the soap making process! Lots of tips and tricks as well as plenty of soap to take home - well worth the money. The space is also very vibrant with a good amount of on street parking if you need it. Really recommend this class!

Soap Making Class review by Jade Varvodic - Melbourne

Tamara Vujadinovic Sep 2022


So much fun and had HEAPS of soap to take home :) taught us how to do it and gave us information so you can do it at home too!

Soap Making class review by Tamara Vujadinovic - Melbourne

Ashleigh Jaques Sep 2022


This was my second class at The Handmaker's Factory. The teacher was really helpful in suggesting new techniques that I had not done in the first class to start building on the skills I had already learnt. I can't wait to see the finished glazed pots!

Irene Perez Sep 2022


I really enjoyed my Candle making class it was very organised, all the materials were provided and the teacher really acknowledged of the subject, she explained every single detail with all the different options, she was very friendly and approachable. All in all it was an amazing experience. I highly recommend this class ❤️

Eco Candle Making Class review by Irene Perez - Melbourne

Melissa Sandford Sep 2022


The teacher was fantastic I had a wonderful time learnt everything I need to know to make my own candles at home

Vanessa Gray Sep 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


My friend and I had a great time at the pottery class. Lovely space and teacher was very friendly and welcoming.
We learnt many techniques and guidance was given each step of the way. Linh kept an eye on everyone and was offering help and answering questions as we needed. Wish it was a little bit longer, as felt a little rushed at the end.

Kendal Fairweather Sep 2022


adorable venue and class size was excellent! Great guidance and support from the teacher throughout the class.

the Diele Sep 2022


The teacher was both knowledgeable and courteous, the course was both educational and fun, all material provided and well worth the monies spent.
Regards
Carlo

Nicole Smithwick Sep 2022


We loved it! The teacher was fabulous and the environment was great! Would definitely recommend!

Monica Haverkamp Sep 2022


The venue was spacious and airy with easy access to parking . Nicola explained the process clearly and was very knowledgeable about the topic . She was also very personable. The rest of the group were also very pleasant company . I really enjoyed the class

Gabrielle Jerome Sep 2022


I had a wonderful Sunday afternoon! Class was awesome. Thank you Nichola, looking forward to practicing my found skills!
Ladies in the class were lovely too!

Lampshade Making Workshop review by Gabrielle Jerome - Melbourne

Natalie Scarff Sep 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Had so much fun in this class, never done anything like it before but there’s so much I want to try now! Definitely a good class for beginners. It is a bit pricey and you do make just the one mug, but considering all that is supplied for you, it’s for sure worth it

Pottery class review by Natalie Scarff - Melbourne

Ashleigh Jaques Sep 2022


Really enjoyed this class! The time flew by as we all got really into what we were creating. The teacher gave good instructions and helpful tips throughout while letting us do our own thing. I can't wait to see what the pots/bowls will look like once glazed and fired I've already signed up to do another one of these classes :-)

Helen Vella Aug 2022


What a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon. A great hands on class with helpful and clever tips and tricks from a marvellous teacher

Textiles class review by Helen Vella - Melbourne

Trish Simpson Aug 2022


Our teacher was terrific, explaining along the way the reasoning behind the instructions. Step by step instructions were given together with an instruction booklet. She was very encouraging and shared her passion and skills.
The venue was great with adequate parking nearby and pricing for the workshop was reasonable.

Lampshade Making Workshop review by Trish Simpson - Melbourne

Joanne Davison Aug 2022


Lovely teacher she was vey helpful with clear instructions. good fun class worth doing thanks Joanne

Eco Candle Making Class review by Joanne Davison - Melbourne

James Pearce Aug 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


It was amazing! So great to get my hands dirty doing something I've never done before! A great array of scents and colours to choose from, you'll go home with two glass candles and several tea candles.

Candle Making class review by James Pearce - Melbourne

Emily King Aug 2022

44 ClassBento workshops attended • 24 reviews


Great candle making class. 100 percent would recommend as a great time out! Good for a date night!

Jude Michaels Aug 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class run by Nichola, it’s wonderful that we create and make our own soaps, candles and most anything you want. So many courses available, so there’s no boredom!

Hristina Tsingas Aug 2022


Had a really great and fun time! The teacher was super knowledgeable about all things candle making. Workshop was beautiful. Great value for money, can’t wait to use the candles we made. Thanks heaps

Candle Making class review by Hristina Tsingas - Melbourne

Mary McKenzie Aug 2022

7 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Well organised class, presented clearly with lots of information. Nichola was helpful and easy-going.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Mary McKenzie - Melbourne

Mariya Bakay Aug 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Teacher was very chill, very patient and great with simplifying instructions. The energy was great and the space was perfect.
Loves this class!

Katherine Whitehorn Jul 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended


Thoroughly enjoyed this workshop and learning about the hot oil method of making soap. Very pleased with the amount of different soaps I left with too. Thanks for a fun session!

Soap Making Class review by Katherine Whitehorn - Melbourne

Roanne Maxwell Jul 2022


Great class with Nicola, well set up workspace and lots of options and choices for personalising the soaps. Clear instructions and guidance, and lots of tips and tricks, with a very practical emphasis on how to do the process at home. I had a lovely day, and feel confident that I could do this at home in the future!

Georgia Stensness Jul 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Great teacher and had a lot of fun. Big plus is that we are provided with a how to guide to take home so we can make our own soaps! Would recommend.

Soap Making Class review by Georgia Stensness - Melbourne

Andrea Devereux Jul 2022


It was a fun and interactive class making candles, everything we needed was supplied and the teacher was very knowledgeable!

Quynh Chu Jul 2022


Teacher Nicola was very informative about the process and gave helpful suggestions on how to make our own candles at home. Overall would definitely recommend !

Candle Making class review by Quynh Chu - Melbourne

Cindy Ly Jul 2022


The class was such a great way to start the morning! The instructor was so helpful and provided lots of helpful information about the process. Came away with lots of great creations :)

Jude Michaels Jul 2022


Nichola is fabulous at her art and teaching. Loved it! I can manor my own now

Narelle Mamone Jul 2022


I really enjoyed this pottery class. The teacher was helpful , gave clear instructions and was friendly. We were able to make 3 pieces. The studio was clean, tidy and well lit, a really nice environment.

Pottery class review by Narelle Mamone - Melbourne

Vanessa Gravina Jul 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Nicola was such a great facilitator. She was so informative and explained the whole process step by step if you wanted to make candles at home. We loved the class and will definitely look at other different classes she runs.

Michelle Fudyma Jul 2022


Absolutely loved this candle making class. Great value for money and our teacher Nicola was fantastic at explaining everything you need to know about making beautifully scented candles.
Thank you Nicola… I can’t wait to put my new found skills to work!

Erin Murphy Jul 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Awesome. Friendly, caring, calm and considerate
Groovy workshop, lovely participants. Perfect duration. Faultless. Great neighbourhood and enjoyed some beautiful Malaysian food after creating our lamps. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and making us feel welcome in your space

Alex Preston Jul 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Very much enjoyed this class. The materials provided were just enough to teach you how to do candle making on your own & our teacher was very knowledgeable!

Cathy Greenwood Jul 2022


Great course. Nice space and clear instructions. I have come out with a product I ❤

Alysha Jul 2022


Everything already prepared for you with all materials. Perfect for first-timers ! Was Good FUN !

Annie Ly Jul 2022


It was such a good experience. Takes of a lot of practice and patience. Teacher was super nice and helpful too.

Pottery Wheel Workshop for Beginners review by Annie Ly - Melbourne

Sue Hughes Jul 2022

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


This is a fabulous workshop. Steph and Nichola are great teachers which made for a very enjoyable day. Great value for money, and looking forward to applying new skills at home! Highly recommended.

Alexandria Foggo Jun 2022


Great class and starting point to get into pottery! We enjoyed it a lot. Thanks

Chris Hudson Jun 2022


The class was excellent. We learned a lot and brought home some beautiful screen prints.

Chenell Rajapakse Jun 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Nicola was lovely . Thoroughly enjoyed the candle making class. Worth every penny spent . Highly recommend it

Candle Making class review by Chenell Rajapakse - Melbourne

Rohan Milton Jun 2022


The spoon carving class was a lot of fun! It was a fantastic introduction to tools and the wood carving process. Our teacher, Eli, was very supportive and fun. We look forward to completing our spoons at home and working on future carving projects!

Spoon Carving Workshop review by Rohan Milton - Melbourne

Megan Wyntjes Jun 2022


Really helpful for someone starting off :) would recommend to family and friends :) loved the scents and the wax used! Very good products!

Eco Candle Making Class review by Megan Wyntjes - Melbourne

Tegan Kop Jun 2022


What a fab class! Such great value for money and a lovely teach and great instructions to follow if you want to continue after your class.
I got to make four candles, the colours and smells I wanted for $80!
If you care about the colour and smell of your candles this is extremely good value for money.

Eloise Retallick Jun 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Great class, I came out feeling really equipped to screen print. Note that to get the most out of it it's good to think about your design beforehand and what you want to print on (bring nice fabric, or t-shirt or something if you want to take something wearable, usable home with you). In class there's calico and strips of fabric to print on.

Nicole Power Jun 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The emulsion screen printing class was lots of fun. The teacher answered all our questions, was very engaging and helpful. I highly recommend the Handmakersfactory to learn all sorts of crafting.

Photo Emulsion Screen Printing Class review by Nicole Power - Melbourne

Corinna Bourke May 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The perfect Sunday afternoon workshop with friends or family. Our teacher was wonderful, very informative and allowed us to take notes if we were hoping to open our own small business afterwards. The options for scents, colouring and decorating were amazing, so many to choose from. This class is great value for money, we walked away with two medium size candles and 15 tea light candles! I loved that we were able to learn the full process and what materials we would require outside the classroom to make candles ourselves at home. Thank you Class Bento!

Michelle Moyle May 2022


The teacher was great & the setting was fantastic. Just loved it I would love to do more classes there

Adrianne Gallizia May 2022


Nicola was great she was very informative and you get a instruction booklet to refer back to.

Nicole Power May 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


What a fantastic way to spend some time (5 hours) on a Saturday. The screen printing course was fun & Nichola was a great teacher, explaining every step to us clearly. I an so looking forward to going back to the Handmakersfactory to do the emulsion screen printing course next Saturday.

Textiles class review by Nicole Power - Melbourne

Lisa Curtin May 2022


Lovely teacher enough time and plenty of resources. Definitely recommended hopefully out pieces will cone out just fine

Camille Broomhead May 2022


Sarah was an excellent teacher - friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. I really enjoyed my class bento class. Great value for money and a convenient location.

Tina Moorthy May 2022

35 ClassBento workshops attended • 25 reviews


I live far from where the class was held, but I must say it was WELL WORTH travelling the distance to do this workshop. The smells in the class was divine. The whole process of making soap was very therapeutic and blissful. We all got to make and take home a lot of soap. The teacher(Nicola) was very informative in explaining the process and showed us a good demonstration with plenty of extra details so that we all had enough knowledge to make our own soaps at home. It was fun mixing up different ingredients that gave different functions for the soap almost like adding magic potions.

Karen Rodriguez May 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


I loved this class! The venue was amazing! Such an inspiring creative space to be in. The teacher Nichola was knowledgeable, patient and so lovely. I liked that she made a lampshade along with us so we could see exactly how it was done if we got stuck. It was great having everything you needed right there ready for you, as well as the instructions and all the materials available to purchase if you wanted to make more at home. I thought it was great value for money given all the materials were included, it was great fun and we took home a beautiful custom lampshade. I loved it so much I also booked in for a soap making course the next day! Nothing better than a weekend of craft to nourish your soul. Thank you, Karen

Menaka Wijesinha May 2022

9 ClassBento workshops attended • 10 reviews


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
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Soap Making class review by Menaka Wijesinha - Melbourne

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. Everyone’s work looked fantastic and it was inspirational to see some of the fabulous fabrics participants brought along.

Lampshade Making Workshop review by Christine Wood - Melbourne

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.

Pottery class review by Tonilee Pelz - Melbourne

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

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


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

Textiles class review by Sally Dean - Melbourne

Kaye Wong Apr 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


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

Lisa Willis Apr 2022

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


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

Candle Making class review by Lisa Willis - Melbourne

Genevieve Barclay Apr 2022


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 cardboard box!)

Eco Candle Making Class review by Genevieve Barclay - Melbourne

Gabrielle Marabeliotakis Apr 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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!

Pottery class review by Liz Meadows - Melbourne

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.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Sanjiva  - Melbourne

Sanjiva Wijesinha Mar 2022

9 ClassBento workshops attended • 10 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

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


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 :)

Soap Making class review by Kirsty Roberts - Melbourne

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.

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Steven Lamattina Mar 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


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!

Soap Making class review by Steven Lamattina - Melbourne

Eunsung Shin Mar 2022


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

Soap Making class review by Eunsung Shin - Melbourne

Eva Hargitay Mar 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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!

Textiles class review by Eva Hargitay - Melbourne

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

Spoon Carving Workshop review by Marisa Berton - Melbourne

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

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


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

Anne Giovino Mar 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Anne Giovino - Melbourne

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.

Woodworking class review by Bernice Ryancruse - Melbourne

Elana Berton Mar 2022

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


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

Spoon Carving Workshop review by Elana Berton - Melbourne

Brad Fenech Mar 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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.

Introduction to Ceramics Class review by Brad Fenech - Melbourne

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 we all turned out and info exchange on materials.
Loved this experience.
Sandra 05/03/22.

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 we all turned out and info exchange on materials.
Loved this experience.
Sandra 05/03/22.

Anne Giovino Mar 2022

3 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.

Textiles class review by Anne Giovino - Melbourne

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!

Textiles class review by Kim Powell - Melbourne

Kate Bartlett Mar 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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.

Lampshade Making Workshop review by Kate Bartlett - Melbourne

Devon Lasalle Feb 2022

9 ClassBento workshops attended • 8 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!

Textiles class review by Devon Lasalle - Melbourne

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!

Textiles class review by Gabrielle Marabeliotakis - Melbourne

Emily King Feb 2022

44 ClassBento workshops attended • 24 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!

Eco Candle Making Class review by Emily King - Melbourne

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

Teacher's response

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

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

Candle Making class review by Natina Guarneri - Melbourne

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.

Textiles class review by Sally Dean - Melbourne

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

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 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

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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 • 2 reviews


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.

Spoon Carving Workshop review by Rhys O'Neill - Melbourne

Ramona Dioneda Dec 2021


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.

Floristry class review by Emily Weir - Melbourne

Maria Florentino Dec 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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.

Candle Making class review by Maria Florentino - Melbourne

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.

Candle Making class review by Nicole Lester - Melbourne

Angela Phillips Dec 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


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 !

Textiles class review by Angela Phillips - Melbourne

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

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


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

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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

Body and Soul class review by Belinda McLeod - Melbourne

Ruby Warber Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


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.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Nikki Callan - Melbourne

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.

Spoon Carving Workshop review by Pauline Wallis - Melbourne

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

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

Caterina Condello Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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

Eco Candle Making Class review by Caterina Condello - Melbourne

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

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Gill Wright - Melbourne

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.

Candle Making class review by Amanda Watson - Melbourne

Marco Marvelli Nov 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

13 ClassBento workshops attended • 12 reviews


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

Textiles class review by Karen Spencer

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

52 ClassBento workshops attended • 27 reviews


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

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Angie Gilchrist Oct 2021


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


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.

Make an Everlasting Floral Arrangement review by Jing Yeap

Kate Price Oct 2021


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

Make an Everlasting Floral Arrangement review by Kate Price

Thai Nguyen Oct 2021


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

Angie Gilchrist Sep 2021


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!

Drawing class review by Georgina Hanley

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 attend.

Learn How to Weave at Home review by Kate Mansell

Tamara D'Mello Sep 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

12 ClassBento workshops attended • 12 reviews


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.

Textiles class review by Nan Herlihen

Eric Emerick Sep 2021

14 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews


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

9 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 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

6 ClassBento workshops attended


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 class!

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Elise Moorhouse

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.

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Sacha Stelzer-Braid

Heidi Kark Sep 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


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

61 ClassBento workshops attended • 62 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

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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 1.5hr sessions.

The quality of the materials and the customer service is great. The instructor was very knowledgeable and gave clear instructions.

Thank you!

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

17 ClassBento workshops attended • 16 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

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 reviews


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

Sip and Sketch at Home review by Rini Ismail

Anne-Marie May Sep 2021

2 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

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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.

Drawing class review by Saumya Kaushik

Jillian Adams Sep 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


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


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

Jessica Douglass Aug 2021

93 ClassBento workshops attended • 84 reviews


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

Mini Screen Printing Craft Kit review by Jessica Douglass

Matilda Hillam Aug 2021

78 ClassBento workshops attended • 47 reviews


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

Learn Screen Printing at Home review by Matilda Hillam

Priscilla Meneilly Jul 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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.

Candle Making class review by Illene Andallo - Melbourne

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

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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 • 8 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

Soap Making Class review by Julie Peacock - Melbourne

Claire Alexander Jul 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 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

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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!

Pottery class review by Melanie Woods - Melbourne

Sarah McConchie Jul 2021

15 ClassBento workshops attended • 10 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

Soap Making class review by Sarah McConchie - Melbourne

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 Jun 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

10 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 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.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Sayema Withers - Melbourne

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. Highly recommend and will look at returning for another workshop. Thankyou so much for the experience. Let the candle burning commence.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Kaelli Voigt - Melbourne

Sayema Withers Jun 2021

10 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


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

Introduction to Ceramics Class review by Sayema Withers - Melbourne

Mae Johns Jun 2021

18 ClassBento workshops attended • 14 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.

Textiles class review by Mae Johns - Melbourne

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!

Textiles class review by Nicki Powell - Melbourne

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!

Candle Making class review by Patricia Hanson - Melbourne

Carol Moroney Jun 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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.

Textiles class review by Carol Moroney - Melbourne

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 the next course.

Larissa Werbiuk Jun 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

Textiles class review by Rebecca Cole - Melbourne

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.

Lampshade Making Workshop review by Jessica Willason - Melbourne

Sharon Jennifer May 2021

3 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.

Perfume Making class review by Sharon Jennifer

Tamara Oakley May 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

Eco Candle Making Class review by Tamara Oakley - Melbourne

Kay Richards May 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


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 keen to make the candles now.
regards Karen

Tamara Oakley May 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


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

Soap Making Class review by Carissa Stevenson - Melbourne

Crystal Spiteri May 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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.

Candle Making class review by Ben Parker - Melbourne

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

21 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

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

Chen Lin Mar 2021


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

Eco Candle Making Class review by Chen Lin - Melbourne

Elli Bardas Mar 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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


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.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Kristie Renwood - Melbourne

Elli Bardas Mar 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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.

Textiles class review by Julie Robertson - Melbourne

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.

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Yeddi Yip

Nigel Willcock Mar 2021


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

Vasiliki Triantaflaros Mar 2021

2 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 Feb 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

5 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

5 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

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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

Textiles class review by Yvonne Adams

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!

Textiles class review by Karen Wolton - Melbourne

Allison Dowler Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Nishani Sooknandan - Melbourne

Lucille Serrant Jan 2021


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

Candle Making class review by Lucille Serrant - Melbourne

Vicki Sturgiss Jan 2021

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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

Soap Making class review by Beckett Sievewright - Melbourne

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.

Eco Candle Making Class review by Merle Jaraba - Melbourne

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!

Screen Printing Class review by Gemma Galbraith - Melbourne

Rell Hannah Jan 2021

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


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.

Textiles class review by Rell Hannah - Melbourne

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

Eco Candle Making Class review by Gabrielle Earle - Melbourne

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

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


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

Textiles class review by Jillian Adams - Melbourne

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.

Introduction to Ceramics at Home review by Nathaniel Irving

Kathryn Boin Nov 2020

2 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

2 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.

Teacher's response

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!

How to Make Geode Bath Bombs at Home review by Jaimi Welten

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

Soap Making class review by Paola Sparano

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.

Introduction to Ceramics at Home review by Nishtha Aggarwal

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.

Perfume Making class review by Charmaine Jones

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!

Learn Indigo Shibori Dyeing at Home review by Charmaine Jones

Natalie Toh Sep 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


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!

Paper Craft and Ink class review by Kerry Turnbull

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.

Introduction to Ceramics at Home review by Kirsty Allen

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

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Valerie Tirta

Courtney Skeen Sep 2020


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

Textiles class review by Courtney Skeen

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

4 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!

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Lorna Russell

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, thank you.

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Gabrielle Mason

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.

Candle Making class review by Cindy Soka

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!

Textiles class review by Kerrie Lay

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

Make Natural Incense at Home review by Veronica Beatty

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.

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Daniela Koulikov

Zali Kakko Sep 2020


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

Candle Making class review by Zali Kakko

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

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 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

12 ClassBento workshops attended • 12 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 to watch and learn and do it later or do it as you go with all instructions received prior to get you ready for your class. I’m a very happy attendee, not my first and won’t be my last. Thanks Nicole!

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

Textiles class review by Veronica Beatty

Michelle Arundel Sep 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


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

Learn How to Weave at Home review by Michelle Arundel

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

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 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

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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!

Textiles class review by Lynda Giles-Holmes

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

Textiles class review by Maria Silva

Anne Keniry Aug 2020

11 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 :)

Sew a Reusable Face Mask from Fabric review by Teresa Lee

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

11 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

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 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.

Make Botanical Wax Tablets at Home review by Rini Ismail

Erika Coates Aug 2020

4 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

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 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 as there's definitely different patterns and colours I want to try. Thanks Nichola!

Rini Ismail Aug 2020

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 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

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 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

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 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

Textiles class review by Tracy Adams

Ruth Stringer Aug 2020

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


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

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 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.

Learn How to Weave at Home review by Rini Ismail

Claire Cooke Jul 2020

53 ClassBento workshops attended • 52 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

104 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

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 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

2 ClassBento workshops attended


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

Thanks a lot

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Chippy Rajan

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.

Candle Making class review by Shannon Worcester

Wendy Forster Jul 2020


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

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Wendy Forster

Sharyn Ulcoq Jun 2020


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

Candle Making class review by Sharyn Ulcoq

Rini Ismail Jun 2020

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 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.

Soap Making class review by Rini Ismail

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

111 ClassBento workshops attended • 111 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.

Learn Screen Printing at Home review by Joyce Seitzinger

Tracey Bright Jun 2020


Nicola came to our work place and set up a station for all 7 of us to make our little clay pots/ornaments/vases great way to do a team bonding experience. She was on time, friendly, professional and joined in with our conversations. A fun evening was had by all.

Introduction to Ceramics Class review by Tracey Bright - Melbourne

Megan Stringer Jun 2020


Nichola had the tutorial down pat! Her instructions were very clear, concise and comprehensive. She covered a lot of ground in a very efficient way. I now feel very confident to put the techniques into practice.

Stephanie Frazer Jun 2020

14 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


Informative , knowledgeable, friendly and clearly explained and demonstrated the process of screen printing perfectly! Thank you

Manja Rhijn Jun 2020

11 ClassBento workshops attended • 10 reviews


I really enjoyed this class, it was amazing to see how relaxing stamp carving is. I am not the best at detail and I was impressed with how easy this was. It was a really enjoyable informative well put together class.

Carve Your Own Rubber Stamps at Home review by Manja Rhijn

Sheree Ford May 2020


This is a lovely workshop that is easy to do and follow along with. Nichola is a knowledgeable teacher and coveted everything we needed to know. Would definitely recommend.

Katy Davies May 2020


The kit sent was beautifully presented and the class was great and informative. I'm glad that a handout was also given so that I can use for more in future- I'm definitely going to be making more now I know how!

Candle Making class review by Katy Davies

Emma Keen May 2020

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great instruction, easy to follow and excellent examples - has so much fun in this class!

Textiles class review by Emma Keen

Sarah Griffin May 2020


The course helped me to refresh my knowledge of how to screenprint. The information was well presented and easy to follow. I would recommend this class as a great first step in learning how to screenprint.

Nan Herlihen May 2020

12 ClassBento workshops attended • 12 reviews


From ordering to delivery everything was smooth sailing. The session with Nicole was excellent and the ability to ask questions along the way was very helpful. An awesome Saturday afternoon in. Thank you!

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Nan Herlihen

Andrea Bolitho May 2020

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great instructions given and different products made new hobby found to keep me busy! Thank you

Candle Making class review by Andrea Bolitho

Chelsea Lee May 2020


She was very patient and calm. And she had cameras on different angles so it was easy to follow instructions. I really enjoyed the class.

Rachel Devine May 2020


Nichola was super warm and welcoming. She explained each step really clearly, and gave some helpful hints along the way. I really enjoyed the session, thank you!

Candle Making class review by Rachel Devine

Erica Olson May 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Clear, concise, great instructor and nice too! Good tips to make screen printing simple and effective.

Textiles class review by Erica Olson

Jennifer Johns May 2020


This class was great. The teacher was concise and clear and tried to engage the class well. The recommendations on where to buy things as well as having the written instructions and the recording provided is an amazing help when attempting this after the class.
The only downside is the colour i received for my candle was a Barbie Pink which is not very nice. I do understand this is just personal taste and luck though.

Thank you.

Jordan Fisher May 2020


Informative and well structured class. Nichola knows her stuff and provides some practical tips on getting the most from the experience. It's amazing the affects we can create from things from the garden. So many colours and so many possibilities.

Jacinta Dean May 2020


Thank You Nicola for being an amazing teacher. We had a great time learning Shibori Dyeing and we are looking forward to more dyeing and doing more classes with you. Thank you!

Marie May 2020


Thoroughly enjoyed this class
Didn't realise how much I'd love weaving. Nicola was very patient and explained how to weave so that novices could understand.

Claire Rowsell May 2020


Loved it, easy to follow, although a bit tricky at points. I got it as a present for mothers day and in turn for my mum for her mothers day. My mum is now obsessed, haha

Jennifer Debono May 2020


Thoroughly enjoyed, Nicole very helpful and explained everything fully. Thanks for a great time. Time went way too quickly.

Sarah Dickson May 2020


We decided to have a candle making class as a social activity to do with our clients as we cannot visit them due to COVID-19 restrictions. Due to Australia Post delays, we needed to allow about two weeks for the craft boxes to be delivered interstate but Nichola was accommodating in moving the class time for us.

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Sarah Dickson

Michelle Marshall May 2020


This was such an informative class!
I highly recommend. It moves fast, but there is alot to cover! Beautiful results Thank you very much

Learn Indigo Shibori Dyeing at Home review by Michelle Marshall

Emma Goss May 2020


Fantastic class- demystified something I thought was very complicated and very nicely answered all my silly questions. Highly recommend. think actually I learnt more doing it in my own home . Thank you!

Learn Indigo Shibori Dyeing at Home review by Emma Goss

Elsa Glover May 2020


Super interesting class, and very grateful that we could do it over zoom and keep our social distance! It is something we never would have picked up otherwise.

Only negative thing is that its a lot more complicated a process than we realised when we signed up. Will take a couple of days to get a finished product. Might be better to tell people to set aside a day, and have the class in the morning so they can spend the rest of the day working on it.

Sadie Cuming May 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


I loved it - It was great to be able to do it at home and have a kit of stuff to be able to continue it in our own time.

I’ll happily share a photo once I’ve had a chance to do it.

Now I’m thinking of signing up for a few more!

Joanna Moussa May 2020


Very informative and friendly. Happy to answer any questions I had and give supplier recommendations.

Damien Hodgkinson May 2020


It was a fantastic session and Nicola was an excellent instructor with a great multi-camera set up to show us different views of her weaving steps. Mini loom kit was great to get started and will be handy for small projects. The 1.5 hrs went very quickly and it was a fun way to spend a Saturday morning.

Parull Isharani May 2020


Was very informative and hoping to do a detailed one soon.

Luis Martinez May 2020


A very clear and enjoyable way to learn! I'd definitely do it again! xx

Johanna Hall May 2020


Really enjoyed the class, it was great fun and very well presented. Would have liked a little more time to absorb different weaving techniques and ways of starting and finishing new yarns. Some demonstrations would be easier to follow if magnified during presentation. If was a great Mother's Day gift, thank you for making it happen.
Hoped to have something worthwhile to show you soon,
Best wishes Marguerite

Sage Hay May 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


All questions verbally answered and steps re shown to ensure questions were answered and understood which was great. I started late as I was told the wrong start time by my children lol who organised for me to join the tutorial but I was able to quickly catch up. Thank you enjoy the class

Maria Melevo May 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Great class! Very informative and was easy to follow. Was great to get everything sent to me and to do the class from the comfort of my home. Highly recommended

Natalie Turns May 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


What a fantastic class! Nichola’s pace, style and teaching techniques were spot on for me and the craft box was such a nice treat for remote learning. Would highly recommend.

Nadine Louis May 2020


Nichola was great, class was perhaps a little fast at times but that may have been because I got in the zone

Had a great time and learnt lots.

Emma Sweet May 2020

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Really clear instructions and patient teacher. Cant wait until Aus Post deliver my kit to do my own weaving

Jacqui Bourke May 2020


Great presentation. Thanks really enjoyed it which was the reason for going it. Let's see how I go

Laura Thomas May 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


This class was fantastic. Nichola was so kind and was a great teacher. We had an issue with Australia Post getting the package in time, and I didn't get it before my class, but Nichola was so accommodating with changing the date at the last minute and letting me collect the package. Thanks;;

Nazanin Zadeh-Cummings May 2020

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


I had a great time learning how to make paper over Zoom with Nichola. I suggest prepping your workspace with towels in advance so you can dive in to the making, and know that your hands will get wet and a bit messy so make sure your computer/device isn't too close to you. Nichola showed us how to use the things in our kit but also gave some beginner-friendly ideas for how to incorporate other dyes and add-ins to the paper. I used my kitchen blender but I enjoyed this so much and can see recycling paper becoming a regular activity, so I am planning to buy a blender just for paper-making.

Leah Karam May 2020


It was good, just unfortunate that the video kept freezing. It would have been a great class. I still managed to finish my candle and it was successful so I say, great class! The box came on time (given the circumstances) and was perfect.

Thank you!

Geoff Orton May 2020


Great class that covered a lot of helpful tips for beginning ceramics at home. Very clear instructions, and well set up with multiple camera views to see what was happening. Loved it!

Elissa Smith May 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


This would be a great class to do in a day workshop. This short class will just whet your appetite. I plan on doing a lot of experimenting!

Kelly Banek May 2020


Loved this class. Such a simple and impressive skill to have up my sleeve. Will continue to practice and explore the options with homemade incense.

Perfume Making class review by Kelly Banek

Julia Lee May 2020


Nichola is so knowledgeable and shares her passion for handmade goodness in a calm and easy way. The class is well paced and there is plenty of time and opportunity to ask questions. The online element is well executed, you can see from multiple camera perspectives what she is doing. Great for adults and children alike. Thank you!

Edward Liew Apr 2020


Great introductory class to ceramics! Had so much fun learning the basics and so many techniques and tips. Really amazing how this could be done at home via Zoom! Highly recommended.

Introduction to Ceramics at Home review by Edward Liew

Ann Lee Apr 2020


Thank you Nichola! Loved the class and it was more than I expected. Very happy with my little creations.

Pottery class review by Ann Lee

Maribel Finnin Apr 2020


This class was great - The online platform worked well with multiple camera angles so every stage of the process could be seen clearly - it was probably better than the view in real life! Nichola is a great teacher - took us through all of the steps and was very knowledgeable about the whole process and offering handy hints, always happy to answer questions. I feel confident to have a go at this at home. Loved it and will definitely look at doing more courses Thanks for a great class!

Amber Mawene Apr 2020


Nic is a natural host. She was patient with participants tech problems, answered all questions quickly and offered useful tips for the future.

The class was easy to follow, easy enough for someone like me who has never been a particularly 'crafty' person. I find watching and participating a more effective learning method than reading a guide. The fact that we have this recording is great as I can go back and watch it again and again.

I am based in the UK and the class was held at a convenient time for both Australian and UK residents.

Great Class, Great host, would definitely recommend.

Elaine Willis Apr 2020


Hi Nichola It was very interesting watching what goes on in making soap a lot more than i thought!
If i could give you 10 out of 5 I would of.
You make everything look so easy.
Will be joining you again soon.
Elaine

Kirsten Crosby Apr 2020

8 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


Fun class. Enjoyed receiving the supplies in the mail and following along online. Great product

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Kirsten Crosby

Rachael Leitch Apr 2020


Thanks for a great class. I’m enjoying making my candles. Can’t wait to burn them.

Levina Then Apr 2020


Nichola is a wonderful teacher and the workshop was so fun and insightful. I really recommend doing Handmaker's factory DIY at home indigo shibori workshop.

Textiles class review by Levina Then

Lisa Wilkinson Apr 2020


I loved this class, it was really informative. I can’t wait to get started dying things.

Bev Dahlenburg Apr 2020


Excellent online class by Natalia. The structure of class easy to follow and the different camera angles helped to fully see what was required to complete the class. I found the box of supplies were generous and well labelled so it was easy to find exactly what you needed to complete the dyeing process on your own. Thank so much. I will be happy to do other classes with you. Bev

Michelle Norman Apr 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Nicola, gave an excellent presentation. She was very well organized, her cameras were well set up and it was a professional well executed demonstration. I also found the pace and length just right, so thank you.

Gyounghee Lee Apr 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


It was very nice class. It was the first time for me and better than I expected. Nichola was very thorough and took all the questions. Thank you .

Emma Keen Apr 2020

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


It was a very interactive class, our teacher explained things well, wonderful teacher! Made the class really enjoyable

Got halfway through a project in class

Textiles class review by Emma Keen

Lisa Wong Apr 2020


Was hard to hear at times but it was a very good class to give you tips on weaving. Thoroughly enjoy it and found it hard to stop. Nice to get the equipment and learn at home.

Textiles class review by Lisa Wong

Jaya Puvanenthiran Apr 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


This was a fun and easy class to follow! Glad I could finally do this

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Jaya Puvanenthiran

Lucie Rushton Apr 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Amazzzzzing! Loved it! Very easy to use and Nichola is a fantastic teacher look forward to booking my next class!

Make Soy Candles at Home review by Lucie Rushton

Ella Scott Apr 2020


Clear instructions, helpful to have the video to refer to later
Thank you very much!

Ashley Carlstein Apr 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Thanks Nichola! It was a great class and looking forward to burning my new candle :)

Mina Park Mar 2020


We had a great time at our class today. The teacher was great she answered all our questions and gave us good tips.
We had 5 students in our class. The space was intimate and great.
There were so many types of oils, herbs, clays and colours to make different kind of our own soap.
We were lucky to have less people in the class so we all can take a lot of soap home.

Soap Making Class review by Mina Park - Melbourne

Alicia Mar 2020


This class was run at a good, leisurely pace. Nichola was an excellent teacher giving us good instruction on the various techniques but also letting us do our own experimenting.
There were ample supplies provided plus we could use our own items.
I thoroughly recommend it.

Tina McCarthy Mar 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Knowledgeable, friendly, inclusive And this class was so much fun I’m going back for more

Jodee Jackson Feb 2020


Teacher Nicola was good
Venue was fine
Our group had fun making candles & learning the process

Naomi Robertson Feb 2020


The class was awesome! Hands on instruction for techniques you can’t really bugger up even if you tried! Such a wide range of colours and tools to play around with and am super excited to see what my pieces come out looking like when they’re all fired up!

Marie Vilchez Feb 2020


Teacher was good and had a lot of helpful tips. We made over a kilo of soap each so its value for money.

Blaize Feb 2020


Such a fun & informative class! Gorgeously creative & welcoming space. Everything we needed for the class was provided. The teacher (Stef) was lovely - very knowledgeable & helpful. Stef was great at explaining the overall screen printing process to us, then breaking down each step & explaining the techniques and the use of the tools. Each person could work at their own pace & Stef helped each of us to walk away from the class with our own stencils & designs printed onto calico to keep. I had brought along a canvas tote bag to print on (once Id gotten a hang of the techniques) - so satisfying having a usable item with my artwork on it ready to rock out & I have several designs on calico I can also make use of. Highly recommended this class & I feel I can confidently recommend any other class held by the wonderful people at the Handmaker’s Factory. Looking forward to booking again soon! Thanks so much!

Jason Bourne Feb 2020


Great fun class very informative and loads of fun for the team, it was a great team building experience

Candle Making class review by Jason Bourne - Melbourne

Maria Fichera Feb 2020


I really enjoyed the soap and shampoo bar making class today. Left with a good amount of soap The lesson was very easy to follow and fought very well.
Thank you so much!

Natasha Berchy Feb 2020


A very informative class with friendly teacher Definitely recommended for those interested in candle making.

Christopher Wakefield Jan 2020

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


A welcoming space and very friendly, knowledgable teacher. Plenty of choice of ingredients and useful information on where to obtain your own supplies. We had fun making incense and also some herb bundles to take home.

Eva Sommers Dec 2019


We made soy candles. Our teacher was excellent. Louis was also excellent.
Regards,
Eva Sommers

Qaisara Mohamad Dec 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


We made soy scented candles and it was a very welcoming and informative private class!

My first class with handmaker's factory and with classbento. It really was an amazing experience and ended up being a nice gift which mum appreciates :)

Candle Making class review by Qaisara Mohamad - Melbourne

Hannah Farrow Dec 2019


A great intro into hand weaving by a knowledgeable teacher. Got to keep the loom, and learned a number of techniques.

Pamela Freeman Nov 2019


Great class, very informative teacher & extremely helpful on how to source materials to make candles at home.

Trish Briggs Nov 2019


What a wonderful night for our work social club.

Everything went so smoothly and everyone was very engaged.

We look forward to do it again next year. Thanks so much

Candle Making class review by Trish Briggs - Melbourne

John Chana Nov 2019


She was friendly, helpful to the perfect amount which allowed us to handle the clay independently while providing guidance whenever required. Allowed for great hands on experience

Grace Lau Nov 2019


We made beautifully scented candles, and the teacher was very friendly and generous, as she gave extra jars/ tea light cases than what was advertised. However, the smell when burning the candles at home were very faint.

Ko Dowd Oct 2019

11 ClassBento workshops attended • 7 reviews


Great class, lots of fun. Informative, productive and really good small group, so each person was able to benefit from direct instruction. Great teacher.

Darcy Butterly Oct 2019


Nichola was so friendly, knew many things about products being used and made sure it was all natural and done safely.
My friends and I came away with beautiful smelling products and happy faces.

Jessica Taylor Oct 2019


Had a fabulous time with Nicola from Habdmaker's Factory doing botanical printing and candle making. She was so incredibly helpful, very friendly and knowledgeable. It was great to learn new skills in a friendly and encouraging environment! The candles I made are good enough to sell and I will never look at leaves the same way again

Asami Ako Sep 2019


Nichola was amazing! She showed us all the techniques and help us make our special pots, dish, and cups. She was also telling us where we can get all the equipment for pottery so we know where to go if we want to take it further. I had so much fun with my girls for my Hens and Nichola made the day very special. It was 3 hrs workshop but time flies because we were so into it!

Pottery class review by Asami Ako - Melbourne

Robyne McGowan Sep 2019


Great teacher, good easy to follow instruction, thoroughly enjoyed it. Came away with a lovely lampshade.

Isata Kabia Sep 2019


The class was interesting. I had no experience, the teacher makes it easy for me to understand every details and she was patiently answering to all our questions. I can say I am 100% confident to make soap and shampoo. She also give us websites to buy equipment and ingredients and that we can call her if we needed help in the future.

Kate Barraclough Sep 2019


Really enjoyed the class. Nicola was friendly and well organized, which made the class very relaxing/enjoyable.
Loved that she gave you a booklet/handout with all the information you need to make eco candles again when you’re at home and where to get supplies. Loved that she’s eco conscious and that you can do everything without having to buy too much new stuff either, maybe just a thermometer for me. Would highly recommend :)

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