Workshops

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Classes

Lampshade upcycling workshop

Upcycling Lampshades

Saturday 15 February 10:00am – 4:00pm

Under the guidance of an experienced upcyclist, transform ordinary lampshades into stunning, one-of-a-kind creations. Learn how to wrap lampshades in fabric, layer salvaged materials, or upholster them with these items. Along with painting, stenciling, and decoupage.

Furniture Upcycling and Finishings

Furniture Upcycling & Finishings

Sunday 2 February 10:00am – 4:00 pm

Transform your old or new furniture into unique pieces. Learn how to up-cycle your wooden furniture pieces to recreate your favourite circa look, be it shabby chic, French provincial, retro, or industrial.


Street Mural workshop

HOME DIY – Tiling **NEW**

Sunday 2 February 10:00am – 4:00pm

Learn how to use the essential tiling tools and techniques for kitchens, bathrooms and floors. Including preparing a surface, planning a tile lay-out and grouting.

Lampshade upcycling workshop

DIY Plumbing

Sunday 16 February 10:00am – 4:00pm

Everything you need to know about home drainage systems, how to identify and fix leaks, remove blockages, repair fixtures – taps and showerheads.

Furniture Upcycling and Finishings

Carpentry – build a planter box

Saturday 22 February 10:00am – 4:00 pm

Apply carpentry techniques to source and build a sturdy planter box from reclaimed timber. Including finishing and fixing flaws.

Tiny House Course

The Bower offers our unique, hands-on Build a  Tiny House Course in 6 days.

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We acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation who are the traditional custodians of this land and pay respect to Elders past, present and future and extend that respect to other Aboriginal people.