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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the cost range for DIY classes?

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  DIY class costs vary depending on the type and duration. Jewellery Making stages cost $513.00 (including GST) for five-week courses with 3.5-hour classes per week. Private sewing lessons are $199 for 3 hours. Gin tasting masterclasses are $85 per person. Pottery wheel beginner courses and other workshops range from approximately $50-$200+ depending on materials included and class length. Many classes include materials and equipment in their pricing.

• Are materials and equipment provided in DIY classes?

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  Material inclusion varies by class. Introduction to Jewellery Making Stage 1 provides all materials and equipment for students. Stage 2 and 3 students pay separately for silver based on weight. Private sewing lessons, pottery classes, and many craft workshops include tools and supplies in their pricing. Candle making kits are mailed to participants in online classes. It's recommended to check individual class descriptions, as some require participants to bring their own materials.

• How long do DIY classes typically last?

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  DIY class durations range significantly. Introductory workshops are typically 2-3 hours (such as the Hammered Bangle 3-hour class or Raku Firing 3-hour workshop). Multi-week courses vary from 4 weeks to 8-9 weeks, meeting weekly for 2-3.5 hours per session. Intensive courses span 2-4 days with full-day instruction. Private lessons are available as single 3-hour sessions. Online courses also vary in length, with participants able to work at their own pace.

• What types of DIY skills can I learn?

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  Available DIY classes cover a broad range of skills including: jewellery making (soldering, gem setting, filing, stamping), metalworking (welding, blacksmithing, knife-making, Damascus steel), pottery and ceramics (wheel throwing, hand-building, raku firing), textiles (sewing, knitting machines, spinning, crochet, macramé), food crafts (cheesemaking, candle-making, dumpling-making, floristry), printmaking (risograph printing), and other crafts (kokedama, mosaic, glass fusing). Both beginner and advanced levels are available.

• Do I need prior experience to enroll in DIY classes?

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  Most introductory DIY classes are designed for beginners with no prior experience required. Beginner courses in jewellery making, pottery, welding, sewing, and crochet explicitly state they are suitable for newcomers. Some courses have progression levels - for example, Jewellery Making has Stages 1-9 with increasing complexity. Intermediate and advanced pottery courses require completion of at least two beginner terms. Check individual class descriptions for specific experience prerequisites.

• Can I take DIY classes online?

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  Yes, select DIY classes are offered online. Live Online Soy Candle Making is a Zoom-based course available to Australian residents only, with a class kit valued at $50 mailed to participants. Online formats include live instruction with email support. The course materials and e-books are provided digitally. However, most hands-on crafts like metalworking, pottery, and jewellery making require in-person instruction due to equipment and safety requirements.