Textiles classes - Melbourne

Learning textiles and fibre arts opens up a whole world of self-made fashion, sustainability, and home décor opportunities. From weaving to macramé, to sewing and embroidery, you’ll be able to learn the valuable skill of creating, improving and mending fabrics, as well as embracing your inner designer! If you’ve ever been interested in making your own clothes or creating beautiful wall art for your home, textile art classes are an interactive and exciting place to start. Learn from the leading experts in textile arts in Melbourne to find the perfect fibre art medium for your unique style and get stitching!

Learning textiles and fibre arts opens up a whole world of self-made fashion, sustainability, and home décor opportunities. + more

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Fun Textiles classes / courses in Melbourne

Textile arts go way back in world history. Not only were they functional in ancient societies on every continent for clothing, but each population also used textiles for art and culture. You can find myths and legends on the wall tapestries of many European cultures. Some other societies relied on fiber art designs to differentiate communities and families. And basket weaving and other woven vessels told stories of generations of tradition and togetherness. Fiber arts is one of those types of cultural phenomenon that brings us together and helps us to define ourselves.

In today’s world of mass production, however, the cultural and artistic side of textile arts has fallen to the wayside. It’s much easier to buy a machine knit sweater than to make one yourself. And macrame wall art pieces are cheap and convenient to buy. But if you want to take back this ancient skill and learn more about fiber art, ClassBento has made it easier than ever before. By signing up for the best textile art classes in Melbourne, you’ll learn from the best textile art teachers in Melbourne, regardless of which fiber art is most appealing to you. These Melbourne workshops are exciting and fun, no matter if you find yourself weaving, printing, sewing or learning macrame.

Clearly, textile art encompasses many different forms of fiber art. That’s why ClassBento offers so many different types of textiles classes. There are sewing classes so that you can learn how to sew new clothes or mend the favourites in your closet. You can take Melbourne workshops to learn how to macrame wall art and plant hangers. You can learn how to stitch, how to make lampshade, how to screen print a t shirt, how to weave a basket. The list goes on and on. There are so many textiles classes that exploring them all is one of the most exciting things to do in Melbourne.

If you’re looking for a must do in Melbourne for large groups or private events, take a look at textiles classes. Fiber art classes are Melbourne activities that are ideal for the social atmosphere of a hens party or birthday celebration. Or, you’ll enjoy these Melbourne workshops when you’re thinking of casual things to do in Melbourne at night with your best friends. There are even sewing classes for kids and weaving for kids workshops if you’re looking for activities to do during Melbourne school holidays. No matter the special occasion, textiles classes are some of the most unique experiences Melbourne has to offer.

No matter which textiles classes you sign up for, you’ll always be met with a welcoming and supportive environment. Your knowledgeable textiles instructor will walk you through the fundamentals of your fiber art without rushing you. If you have questions as you get started, your teacher will be right there to help you troubleshoot and build confidence in your textile craft. And at the end of the class, you’ll be able to bring your supplies home so that you can continue creating your gorgeous piece of art at your own pace.

Health benefits of textile arts

If you’ve been searching for a way to tap into your inner calm and peace of mind, textiles classes are the way to go. You’ll have a chance to let all of your worries and responsibilities fade away and focus on the fun and relaxing craft in your hands. Textile arts like knitting have even been shown to lower stress and improve cognitive function, so you’re well on your way to a healthy and happy lifestyle when you pick up textile crafts.

Custom classes

Want to learn or experience something specific? You can easily contact our teachers and arrange a custom workshop at your preferred time and to suit your skill level.

If you’re looking for a unique and memorable event these workshops are perfect things to do with friends on the weekend, for aged care groups, team building exercises, indoor things to do, and kids weekend activities. We've got a range of teachers who cater specifically to larger events, and we can customise classes to meet your needs. Get in touch today and we'll put something together for you.

What we offer

Hand-picked professional textile and fibre artists
Support of the local Melbourne textiles scene
Locations: Melbourne CBD, Fitzroy, West Footscray
Great gift ideas
Affordable
Convenient

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Some recent reviews for our Textiles classes

Tracy Adams

Make Botanical Dyes for Fabric and Yarn at Home

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

Merima Baralic

DIY Beeswax Wraps Workshop

I love my class with Kirsty. She is very approachable, open and such a terrific teacher. The class was wonderful, wish I did this before buying so many expensive wraps. It’s opened a whole new world to me. Thank you

Rini Ismail

Learn How to Weave at Home

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.

Kaylene Clarris

DIY Beeswax Wraps Workshop

I was fortunate to have a one on one online class with Kirsty which was awesome. Kirsty’s presentation was very professional, the whole experience very pleasant. I recommend beeswax wrap workshops with Kirsty.

Jen Thompson

DIY Beeswax Wraps at Home

Brilliant gift idea from my daughter. Absolutely loved the class.
Fran provided great face to face tutoring via Zoom and communicated well before hand to ensure I had everything I needed to make my beeswax wraps. Beautiful cotton fabrics and wax mailed ahead of time. Super easy, a lot of fun and Fran is a brilliant teacher!
Made 3 beautiful wax wraps, great value. Thank you

Jessica Lonard

Introduction to Punch Needle Embroidery

I found this class incredibly enjoyable. Receiving the kit in the mail was also very exciting - especially with all the little treats! Punch needling (is that the verb?) was a lovely craft to learn - it’s very satisfying to see results so quickly. Rebecca was a great teacher, so easy to understand and helpful. I look forward to doing more of her classes in the future.

Joyce Seitzinger

Learn Screen Printing at Home

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.

Tania Hooper

DIY Beeswax Wraps Workshop

A fabulous class with newly learnt skills. I feel confident going forward that I will be able to create these wraps for myself and my friends, and also feel great knowing I'm helping the environment. Kirsty is a friendly and informative teacher who got through all the nitty gritty without me feeling overwhelmed. In addition to the class Kirsty has provided me with additional information regarding future resources I may need.

Textiles workshop review by Tania Hooper

Emma Keen

Learn Screen Printing at Home

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

Erica Olson

Learn Screen Printing at Home

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

Michelle Marshall

Learn Indigo Shibori Dyeing at Home

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

Aimee Murphy

Punch Needle - George the Boston Terrier

What a great new technique to learn! Fabulous friendly teacher, quality supplies and a finished product I’ll be chuffed to hang on the wall. Do it!

Emma Goss

Learn Indigo Shibori Dyeing at Home

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!

Gabriela Nara

Introduction to Punch Needle Embroidery

This course was lots of fun. Rebecca is a great teacher. Also very responsive and kudos for finding great alternatives to the products that didnt get shipped on time because of covid. My adjustable punch needle is great. Highly recommend this course if you want to learn punch needle!

Merrilyn Kortt

DIY Beeswax Wraps Workshop

Thoroughly enjoyed the class. Didn’t know what to expect but Kirsty explained everything in a professional and straight forward way. Very easy to understand and I am looking forward to using my beeswax wraps.

Stephanie Lok

DIY Beeswax Wraps Workshop

I had a great time learning how to make beeswax wraps with Kristy today! Not only does she teach you how to make the beeswax wraps, but she also teaches you how to maintain them for a very long time. So many valuable tips! Thanks Kristy!

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