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6 years in business
Runs regularly
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$100 - $200
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Runs regularly
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/ Mobile
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Sewing Class for Beginners
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Runs regularly
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Introduction to Floor Loom Weaving Class
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Your choice of time
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$49 - $79
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Runs regularly
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$165 - $185
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$150
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/ Mobile
$115 - $164
Screen Printing Workshop
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16 years in business
Runs regularly
Marrickville
$77 - $110
Tufting 101 Class: Create Your Own 40x40 Custom Rug
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7k followers
Runs regularly
North Strathfield
$130
Spinning Wheel Taster Class
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$150
Tie-Dye and Shape-Dye Workshop
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Runs regularly
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$118
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78k followers
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$80
Soy Paste-Resist Dyeing Workshop
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Runs regularly
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$138
DIY Bag and T-Shirt Patch Workshop
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/ Mobile
$99
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$90 - $95
Shibori Dyeing Workshop
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Only 1 date left
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$77 - $100
Beginner Friendly Punch Needle Workshop
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4.9 (838) (teacher)
Runs regularly
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/ Mobile
$80 - $85
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Tufting 101 Class: Create Your Own 40x40 Custom Rug
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7k followers
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Beginner Friendly Punch Needle Workshop
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4.9 (838) (teacher)
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Haymarket
/ Mobile
$80 - $85
Tiny Tufts: Mini Tufting Workshop
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Runs regularly
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$98
Tufting Workshop for Beginners
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Runs regularly
Sydney
$98 - $168
Dimensional Rug Tufting Class: Create Your Own 3D Custom Rug
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Runs regularly
North Strathfield
$260
Tufted Skate Deck Workshop
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$210
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Only 2 dates left
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$70 - $85
Latch-hooking Class: Make a Personalised Christmas Stocking
3k followers
Your choice of time
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$100
Beginner Friendly Anime Tufting Workshop X Sugo Toys
4.9 (838) (teacher)
Contact for details
Haymarket
$85 - $210
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Hand Embroidery Class for Absolute Beginners
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$185 - $200
Make Your Own One-of-A-Kind No-Sew Puppet Workshop
4.9 (11)
Runs regularly
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$85
2.5 Hour Embroidery Class for Absolute Beginners
5.0 (5)
4.9 (235) (teacher)
Runs regularly
West Ryde
$110 - $120
Sewing Class: Learn to Hem Your Clothes
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Runs regularly
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$135
Escape to Creativity: Sew, Sip and Create Workshop
5.0 (2)
Runs regularly
Rosebery
$100
Private Sewing Class
5.0 (3)
Runs regularly
Rosebery
$240 - $360
Beginners Design Skills Hand Embroidery Course
4.9 (235) (teacher)
Runs regularly
West Ryde
$220
Beginners Hand Embroidery Workshop
4.8 (66) (teacher)
14 years in business
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$120
Sewing Class: Learn How to Make Shorts or Pants
5.0 (7)
4.9 (613) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Redfern
$210
Beginner Sewing Class: Make a Cushion Cover
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Runs regularly
Narrabeen
/ Mobile
$150
Mending and Hand Sewing Class for Beginners
4.8 (6)
4.8 (66) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$95
Button Buddies Workshop – Fun and Practical Sewing Basics
2 years in business
Your choice of time
Hobartville
$36
Machine Sewing Course for Beginners
4.9 (26) (teacher)
5k followers
Only 1 date left
North Sydney
$320
Sewing Class for Beginners: Teens and Adults
4.9 (17)
13+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Willoughby
$100
Sewing Class for Beginners
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4.8 (66) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$230
Learn to Sew Stretch Fabrics Workshop
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4.8 (66) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$225
Sew a Zipper Clutch and Pouch Class
4.8 (66) (teacher)
14 years in business
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$180
Learn to Sew Pants Workshop
4.8 (66) (teacher)
8k followers
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
$260
Sew a Skirt Workshop
4.8 (66) (teacher)
14 years in business
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
$260
Contemporary Beadwork Class for Beginners
6k followers
6k followers
Only 1 date left
Penshurst
$150 - $220
Textile Collage and Slow Stitch Course
4.8 (314) (teacher)
5k followers
Only 1 date left
Rozelle
$229 - $232
Sewing Class for Beginners: Kids
4.8 (62) (teacher)
8 to 13 years
Runs regularly
Willoughby
$100
Hand Embroidery Class for Beginners
5.0 (23)
Your choice of time
Maroubra
/ Mobile
$80 - $110
Weekly Sewing Class for Kids and Teens
4.8 (66) (teacher)
9 to 18 years
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$190
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Crochet Class for Absolute Beginners
4.9 (71)
Runs regularly
West Ryde
$150 - $160
Crocheting Course for Beginners
5.0 (80)
4 years in business
Your choice of time
West Ryde
$49 - $79
Hand Crocheting Workshop: Shoulder Bag
5.0 (20)
Runs regularly
Eastwood
$90 - $95
Crochet a Granny Square Class
5.0 (13)
Runs regularly
West Ryde
$140 - $150
Yarn Dyeing and Crochet Workshop
5.0 (12)
Runs regularly
West Ryde
$140 - $150
Beginners Crochet Workshop – Part 1
4.8 (17)
14 years in business
Runs regularly
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$115
Chunky Knit Bag Making Workshop
4.8 (144) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Eastwood
$85 - $89
Learn to Knit for Absolute Beginners Course
4.9 (235) (teacher)
Runs regularly
West Ryde
$195 - $220
Private Crochet Course - Step 2 - Make More
4.9 (235) (teacher)
Runs regularly
West Ryde
$270
Crochet Workshop for Beginners Using Plush Yarn
5.0 (4)
Runs regularly
Redfern
$75
Amigurumi Crochet Workshop: Craft Your Own Mini Octopus
5.0 (7)
Runs regularly
Parramatta
$75
Beyond Beginners Crochet Workshop - Part 2
4.8 (66) (teacher)
14 years in business
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$90
Beginners Amigurumi Crochet Workshop
4.8 (66) (teacher)
14 years in business
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$170
Crochet Rose – Beginner-Friendly Flower Workshop
5.0 (1)
Runs regularly
Parramatta
$70
Crochet Tulip – Beginner-Friendly Flower Workshop
5.0 (1)
Runs regularly
Parramatta
$75
Honey Bee Crochet Workshop
Runs regularly
Parramatta
$75 - $85
Crochet Course for Beginners
4.8 (314) (teacher)
5k followers
Only 2 dates left
Rozelle
$212 - $219
Crochet Workshop for Beginners: Mini Octo Amigurumi
Runs regularly
Redfern
$75
Crochet Workshop for Beginners: Amigurumi - Bee
Runs regularly
Redfern
$75
Amigurumi Stuffed Animal Crochet Course - Beginner 1
5.0 (1)
2 years in business
Your choice of time
Marrickville
$200 - $225
Ice Yarn Decorated Phone Case Workshop
4.9 (321) (teacher)
3 years in business
Runs regularly
St Peters
$79 - $139
Crochet Course for Beginners: Adult and Kids
4.8 (62) (teacher)
6+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Willoughby
$100
Stitch and Sip: Relaxed Crochet Workshop (Beginner Friendly)
5.0 (2)
11+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Redfern
$40 - $50
The Crochet Club: Guided Crochet Workshop
4.9 (58) (teacher)
3k followers
Your choice of time
Manly
$39
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Classic British Style Leather Bag Making Workshop
4.5 (10)
Runs regularly
Eastwood
$125 - $135
Leather Bag Making Workshop: Tote Bag
4.8 (144) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Eastwood
/ Mobile
$115 - $125
Big Leather Bag DIY Workshop
4.7 (12)
2 years in business
Runs regularly
Eastwood
$110 - $120
Cute Leather Bag Making Workshop
4.8 (144) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Eastwood
$88 - $95
Leather Belt Making Class
5.0 (1)
Runs regularly
Campsie
$130 - $150
Beginner Leather Hardcover Bookbinding Journal Class
5.0 (55) (teacher)
16 years in business
Only 1 date left
Ultimo
$450
Leather Bag Making Workshop
5.0 (12)
Your choice of time
Sydney
/ Mobile
$260
Flat Wallet Class
5.0 (5)
4.9 (45) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Dundas Valley
$220 - $250
Leather Clutch Bag Making Workshop
4.9 (45) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Dundas Valley
$290 - $320
Leathercraft Workshop Series
4.9 (45) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Dundas Valley
$350
3 Day Mini Bag Leathercraft Course
4.9 (45) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Dundas Valley
$400 - $450
Leather Journal Making Workshop
4.8 (2k) (teacher)
36k followers
Sold out - join waitlist
Darlinghurst
$149
Couture Leather Rose Workshop
10k followers
Sold out - join waitlist
Glebe
$195
Leather Chrysanthemum Workshop (Two Designs to Choose From)
12 years in business
Sold out - join waitlist
Glebe
$195
Upcycled Leather Bag Workshop: Learn to Craft and Create
2 years in business
Contact for details
Penrith
$160
Couture Leather Flowers Workshop
10k followers
3k followers
Sold out - join waitlist
Glebe
$360
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Screen Printing Workshop
4.9 (310)
16 years in business
Runs regularly
Marrickville
$77 - $110
School Holiday Screen Printing Workshop
4.9 (383) (teacher)
6+ years & Adults
Only 2 dates left
Marrickville
$44 - $70
No Carve Block Printing Workshop
5.0 (53) (teacher)
3 years in business
Your choice of time
Comes to you
$100
Multiple Coloured Screen Printing Class
4.9 (383) (teacher)
16 years in business
Your choice of time
Marrickville
$150 - $165
Gocco Screen Printing Workshop
Your choice of time
Paddington
$65
Fabric Block Printing Workshop
4.9 (7)
4.9 (43) (teacher)
Your choice of time
West Ryde
$150
Christmas Block Printing Tote Bag Workshop
4.9 (40) (teacher)
Only 2 dates left
Eastwood
$75 - $85
Linocut Printmaking Master Class
5.0 (1)
Sold out - join waitlist
Sydney
$150
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Introduction to Floor Loom Weaving Class
5.0 (30)
Runs regularly
Ultimo
$165 - $195
Raffia Basket Weaving Workshop
5.0 (21)
8 years in business
Only 1 date left
Balmain East
$125
Floor Loom Weaving Course
5.0 (5)
5.0 (35) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Ultimo
$165 - $195
DIY Weaving Bag Workshop
4.8 (144) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Eastwood
$82 - $85
Random Weave Sculpture Workshop - Cronulla
13 years in business
35k followers
Your choice of time
Miranda
$240
Random Weave Sculpture Workshop
13 years in business
35k followers
Your choice of time
Mosman
$240
Make Your Own Pin Loom and Learn How to Weave Course
4.9 (235) (teacher)
Runs regularly
West Ryde
$370 - $390
Furniture Cord Weaving Class
4.9 (33)
12k followers
Only 1 date left
Marrickville
$499
Beginners Basket Weaving Workshop
4.8 (66) (teacher)
14 years in business
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$135
DIY Bag Decoration Workshop-Weaving Bags
4.9 (321) (teacher)
3 years in business
Runs regularly
St Peters
$129 - $159
Bead Weaving Class for Beginners
5.0 (29) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Maroubra
/ Mobile
$135
Eco Weaving Workshop: Make Japanese Zoori Slippers
4.9 (205) (teacher)
3 years in business
Your choice of time
Schofields
/ Mobile
$360
Sculptural Random Weave Basketry Workshop
35k followers
Your choice of time
Cremorne
$95
Aboriginal Basket Weaving Workshop
31k followers
Your choice of time
Narrabeen
$120
Weaving Workshop: Beginners Loom Weaving
Your choice of time
Galston
$115 - $145
Learn the Art of Coil Weaving Class
11 years in business
Your choice of time
Arncliffe
/ Mobile
$55
Bolga Basket Weaving Workshop
Your choice of time
Annandale
/ Mobile
$350
Weaving Workshop: Create Patterned Baskets
Your choice of time
Galston
$175 - $215
Beginners Basketry Weekend Course
Your choice of time
Galston
$420 - $440
Basketry Weaving Workshop
13 years in business
35k followers
Sold out - join waitlist
Cremorne
$95
Weaving Workshop: Make a Pair of Raffia Earrings
5.0 (2)
Contact for details
Dural
$130 - $145
Christmas Re-Weave Wreaths Workshop
4.9 (677) (teacher)
78k followers
Contact for details
Marrickville
$55
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Wool Felting and Mini Woven Mat DIY Workshop
4.8 (144) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Eastwood
/ Mobile
$75 - $89
Pipe Clean Plushy (Moru Doll) Art Class
4.9 (1k) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Drummoyne
$60 - $65
Wet Felting Workshop - Pods and Vessels
5.0 (400) (teacher)
Only 2 dates left
Dulwich Hill
$85 - $90
DIY Moru Doll Workshop
5.0 (7)
4.9 (321) (teacher)
Runs regularly
St Peters
$69
Wet Felting Workshop: Vessels
5.0 (3)
Your choice of time
Botany
/ Mobile
$100 - $200
Wet Felting Workshop: Felted Book Cover / Flat Piece
Your choice of time
Botany
/ Mobile
$150 - $300
Christmas Felt Angels Workshop
5.0 (1k) (teacher)
10 years in business
Contact for details
St Peters
$165
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Creative Shibori Workshop
5.0 (59)
Runs regularly
Stanmore
/ Mobile
$115 - $164
Tie-Dye and Shape-Dye Workshop
5.0 (14)
3 years in business
Runs regularly
Glebe
$118
Soy Paste-Resist Dyeing Workshop
5.0 (14)
3 years in business
Runs regularly
Glebe
$138
Shibori Dyeing Workshop
4.9 (52)
16 years in business
Only 1 date left
Marrickville
$77 - $100
Revive with Indigo Dyeing Workshop
5.0 (8)
4.9 (677) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Marrickville
$120
Tie Dye Workshop for Kids
4.9 (34)
5 to 14 years
Only 1 date left
Dulwich Hill
/ Mobile
$75
Contemporary Plant Dye Workshop
2 years in business
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
$119 - $149
Shibori Dyeing Workshop: Studio Play Time
5.0 (60) (teacher)
30k followers
Your choice of time
Stanmore
$42 - $100
Natural Dyeing Workshop
5.0 (8)
Your choice of time
Beverly Hills
$70
Indigo Shibori Workshop
5.0 (4)
Contact for details
North Balgowlah
$135 - $150
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Tufting Class for Beginners: Make a Tufted Rug
4.9 (640)
6 years in business
Runs regularly
Chatswood & Sydney
$100 - $200
Hand Crocheting Workshop: Shoulder Bag
5.0 (20)
Runs regularly
Eastwood
$90 - $95
DIY Bag and T-Shirt Patch Workshop
4.9 (12)
Runs regularly
Sydney
/ Mobile
$99
After Hours Knit Club Workshop
5.0 (13)
6k followers
Your choice of time
Kingsgrove
/ Mobile
$40 - $75
Flower Hammer Nature Print Making Workshop
5.0 (11)
3 years in business
Your choice of time
Comes to you
$100 - $120
Shoe Customisation Workshop: Sparkle Soles
5.0 (14)
6 years in business
Only 1 date left
Marrickville
$110 - $120
Vintage Skills for Modern Weirdos: Hand Sewing 101 Workshop
5.0 (7)
Your choice of time
Comes to you
$50
Tufting Workshop for Beginners
4.7 (18)
4 years in business
Runs regularly
Sydney
$98 - $168
Pom-Pom Character Design and Paint Workshop
4.8 (144) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Eastwood
$70 - $75
Slow Stitching Workshop
5.0 (53) (teacher)
3 years in business
Your choice of time
Comes to you
$140
Hat Burning Workshop
5.0 (37) (teacher)
Runs regularly
South Penrith
$150
No Carve Block Printing Workshop
5.0 (53) (teacher)
3 years in business
Your choice of time
Comes to you
$100
The Crochet Club: Guided Crochet Workshop
4.9 (58) (teacher)
3k followers
Your choice of time
Manly
$39
Make a Lampshade Workshop
4.9 (58) (teacher)
3k followers
Your choice of time
Manly
$59
Crochet Rose-Making Workshop
4.9 (86) (teacher)
4k followers
Your choice of time
Newtown
$54
Natural Dyeing Workshop
5.0 (8)
Your choice of time
Beverly Hills
$70
Pom Pom Craft and Art Workshop
4.7 (77) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Sydney
$49 - $55
Rug Making Class for Beginners
5.0 (4)
3k followers
Your choice of time
Rosebery
/ Mobile
$110
Botanical Cyanotype Printmaking Workshop
9k followers
Runs regularly
Redfern
$80
Beginners Cross Stitching Class
5.0 (1)
3k followers
Your choice of time
Rosebery
/ Mobile
$85
Aboriginal Arm Band Weaving Workshop
5.0 (23) (teacher)
3k followers
Your choice of time
Comes to you
$35 - $45
Mending and Hand Sewing Class for Beginners
4.8 (6)
4.8 (66) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
/ Mobile
$95
Macrame Wreath & Floral Workshop
Your choice of time
Hobartville
/ Mobile
$150
Beginner Friendly Punch Needle Workshop
5.0 (8)
4.9 (838) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Haymarket
/ Mobile
$80 - $85
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Macrame Shooting Star Class for Kids
5.0 (10)
7 to 12 years
Runs regularly
Dulwich Hill
$50
Tie Dye Workshop for Kids
4.9 (34)
5 to 14 years
Only 1 date left
Dulwich Hill
/ Mobile
$75
Sewing Class for Beginners: Kids
4.8 (62) (teacher)
8 to 13 years
Runs regularly
Willoughby
$100
Embroidery Hoop Art Workshop
12 to 12 years
Your choice of time
Pendle Hill
$50
Beginner Sewing School Holiday Workshop: Sew a Cushion
7 to 12 years
Your choice of time
Botany
$179
Personalise and Bling Your Own Tote Bag: School Holiday Workshop
7 to 12 years
Your choice of time
Botany
$169
Glam Your Teddy: Sewing School Holiday Craft Workshop for Kids
7 to 12 years
Your choice of time
Botany
$169
Puppet Making Course and Show for Kids
6 to 9 years
Contact for details
Wentworthville
$300
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Pipe Cleaner Flower Bouquet Workshop
Runs regularly
Miranda
$35
Handmade Felt Busy Book Workshop
Runs regularly
Miranda
$45 - $195
Repair Day at Reverse Garbage
4.9 (677) (host)
78k followers
Only 1 date left
Marrickville
Free
Wet Felting Workshop - Pods and Vessels
5.0 (400) (teacher)
Only 2 dates left
Dulwich Hill
$85 - $90
Hat Burning Workshop
Only 1 date left
Bella Vista
/ Mobile
$140
Hat Burning Workshop
5.0 (37) (teacher)
Runs regularly
South Penrith
$150
Mixed Media Art Workshop: Create, Layer and Embellish
11 years in business
Your choice of time
Leppington
/ Mobile
$65 - $75
Bolga Basket Weaving Workshop
Your choice of time
Annandale
/ Mobile
$350
Learn to Sew Pants Workshop
4.8 (66) (teacher)
8k followers
Only 1 date left
Chippendale
$260
Keychain and Coin Pouch Design Experience
3 years in business
5k followers
Runs regularly
Cabramatta
$70
Macramé Handbag Making Course: Round Bag
Your choice of time
Marrickville
$222
Hallway Bamboo Bench Upholstery Workshop
Your choice of time
Dolls Point
$330
Textile Collages Sewing Class: Snazzify
Sold out - join waitlist
Summer Hill
$20
Leather Journal Making Workshop
4.8 (2k) (teacher)
36k followers
Sold out - join waitlist
Darlinghurst
$149
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If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to sew, knit or weave, these beginner-friendly Sydney workshops are the perfect place to start. No experience? No worries! You’ll be guided step-by-step by friendly textile artists, learning traditional techniques like macramé, embroidery, basket weaving and more.
Nothing compares to the joy of learning how to sew your own clothes or print your own t-shirt by hand, and at these beginner-friendly textile classes in Sydney, you’ll learn traditional techniques while exploring your own textile design style. Whether you're picking up a sewing machine or trying your hand at knitting for the first time, these workshops are all about slowing down, learning something new and expressing yourself through handmade pieces.
Textile arts are some of the oldest and most meaningful forms of creative expression. For thousands of years, people have been sewing, spinning yarn, knitting, embroidering and weaving. From colourful fibre arts in Africa and the Americas to intricate tapestries across Europe and Asia, these traditional crafts were used to make clothes and baskets, tell stories and connect with culture. Today, these creative traditions are being rediscovered, and there’s no better time to give them a go.
What to expect at Sydney textile classes
Textile classes in Sydney are a hands-on way to explore the wide world of textile arts and fibre crafts. Whether you want to make your own clothes or dive into weaving, macramé or sewing lessons, there’s a class to match your interest and skill level. You don’t need any prior experience—just bring your curiosity and let local textile artists guide you through the basics.
In each session, you’ll be introduced to practical techniques in a relaxed, supportive environment. Your expert teacher will demonstrate step-by-step methods, helping you feel confident using tools like sewing machines, looms or embroidery hoops. Depending on the workshop, you might:
- Use a sewing machine to create a simple garment
- Repurpose old clothes into something new
- Try natural dyeing or screen printing
- Learn to knit or crochet from scratch
- Design your own fabric or embroidery pattern
These crafty Sydney activities are perfect for beginners and there are even textile design classes tailored for kids and teens. If you're looking for creative things to do in Sydney—whether it's a weekend plan, a fun indoor activity or something special for a hens party or team-building day—these hands-on classes are a great pick.
By the end of your session, you’ll walk away with a handmade piece you’re proud of and the skills to keep creating at home. Once you discover the joy of fibre arts, you’ll be inspired to keep stitching, sewing and exploring design!
Why fibre arts make a great hobby in 2026
In 2026, we’re all craving a little more balance, and fibre arts are the perfect way to find it. Whether you're weaving, stitching or knotting macrame, these slow, mindful activities offer a calming escape from the hustle of everyday life. The rhythmic nature of textile crafts can reduce stress, improve focus and even support mental wellbeing by giving your busy mind a chance to unwind.
But the benefits don’t stop there. Fibre art is also incredibly rewarding, there’s something deeply satisfying about watching a project come together in your hands. Plus, you get to make something useful and beautiful, whether that’s a new tote bag, wall hanging, or cosy scarf. As sustainable fashion and DIY creativity continue to grow in popularity, there’s never been a better time to pick up a needle or loom.
And with so many welcoming classes across Sydney, it’s easier than ever to try. You don’t need any experience, just a curious mindset and a willingness to give it a go. Who knows? Your next favourite hobby might just start with a single stitch.
Handmade style with DIY textile art
Textile art is all about creativity, self-expression and making something that’s uniquely yours. Whether you’re learning how to make your own t-shirt, trying out textile design or exploring fibre arts like weaving or knitting classes, there’s no right or wrong way to dive in. These relaxed Sydney textile classes are beginner-friendly, hands-on and full of inspiration. With expert guidance and plenty of time to learn and practice, you’ll come away with something beautiful and handmade—plus a fresh spark of creative inspiration. It’s the perfect way to try something new, reconnect with your style and enjoy a creative break from the everyday.
