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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Q: Do I need to bring tools?
No, all tools, materials and an apron are supplied.
Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: Free to cancel or reschedule up until 3 days before the class
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 5 hours, $260 per guest
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Four practical home and car skills in one supportive day, with no experience needed
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Learn About Using Tools
Welcome safety talk and how to use tools in the workshop!
How to Put Up a Shelf
Measure, get it straight and drill into the gyprock.
Fix a Hole in the Wall
Fill and fix!
Mix Plaster and Apply
Get the right consistency and learn how to apply plaster.
Car Maintenance
Manage your car (oil, tyres) and practise changing a tyre.
- Get to know the tools: start with the basics of using hand and power tools safely.
- Patch it: fill small holes in gyprock, including mixing and applying plaster.
- Hang it: use a drill correctly, drill into gyprock, choose the right fittings and hang a level shelf.
- Protect it: home safety basics, including fire alarms and safety plans.
- Drive it: car basics, including checking oil and coolant and jump-starting a car.
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Upcoming dates for Women's DIY Workshop: Get Handy, Get Confident
Times are Sydney time. Dates and prices as of 13 Oct 2026, 3:45am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.
2 upcoming dates between 24 Oct 2026 and 21 Nov 2026.
- Sat 24 Oct 2026, 1pm-6pm
- Sat 21 Nov 2026, 1pm-6pm
What you'll get
- Hands-on practice in four practical skills
- Afternoon tea
- A keyring you make yourself to take home
- A supportive, women-only learning space
- The chance to meet other women in your community
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Knowledge required
None!
What to bring
- Closed-in shoes (required)
- Hair tied back (required)
- Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a bit dusty
Suitable for
This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.
This experience would also be a cool gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.
FAQ
Do I need to bring tools?
No, all tools, materials and an apron are supplied.
Location
95 Great Western Hwy, Emu Plains NSW
This venue is a short walk from Emu Plains Station station (200m).
Your teacher
Gill EnterkinFounder, Director, CEO and Head WoodchickGill has spent more than 20 years teaching woodwork in high schools, and she built Woodchix to share what she knows. She teaches women hands-on woodwork and joinery, helping them build confidence and self-esteem and consider trade apprenticeships. She also supports other teachers in Industrial Arts Timber.She is a TAS (Technical Applied Studies) teacher with a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, a Certificate III in Cabinet Making (Furniture) and a Certificate II in Construction Pathways.Her path to the workshop wasn’t straight. Before teaching, Gill worked in electrical repairs, logistics and transport, as a jillaroo and in hospitality.“All of these experiences have led me to create Woodchix, in the hope that I can help teachers and women forge their paths and realise their hopes and dreams.”
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