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Want to create your own unique piece of artwork but don't know where to start? Well, come to our art & craft classes and let us show you how! Check out the class details below, or download the class calendar in PDF format.

To book for a class, simply call, email or visit the store hosting the class. You will need to provide us with the class name, date and your contact details. Some classes require a deposit to confirm your place. Deposits are refundable if three working days' notice has been given.

Due to limited space for classes, it is essential to book in advance to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to cancel or postpone any class due to under-enrolment or unexpected unavailability of the teacher.

Please note, Eckersley’s is not responsible for the care of children. Parents will be held accountable for any stock damaged. We reserve the right to remove children deemed disruptive or who have caused damage.

 

Kidz Corner
Bring the kids to Eckersley’s Tuggeranong’s Kidz Corner and let them be entertained by various colouring in projects using products by Texta, Micador and others.
FREE activity.

Location	Date	Time
Tuggeranong	Every Fri, Sat & Sun	12.30pm–3pm

Creating Acrylic Paint Effects
Come and see why acrylics are fast becoming the most popular paint medium. Atelier Interactive acrylics and mediums come in a range of vibrant colours, have a satin texture when dry, and have a longer working time than most other acrylics. Coupled with the exciting mediums, this is a fantastic opportunity to work hands-on with acrylics.
Cost $30.00. Materials included.

Location	Date	Time
Phillip	Sat 19 Jul	11am–1pm

Bookbinding Demonstration
Using papers from Canson, Cristina Re and others, learn bookbinding techniques that you can adapt to your own scrapbooks, photo albums and guest books.
Free hands-on demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Belconnen	Sat 19 Jul	12pm–2pm

Collage on Canvas
Create a work of art using fine art products, ribbon and found objects. Try some art products you may have never tried before then add your personal touch with special items you bring along!
Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Braddon	Sat 26 Jul	11am–1pm
Phillip	Sat 9 Aug	10am–11.30am

Modern Pencil Techniques
Experiment with the latest techniques using Derwent pencils. We’ll be working with a range of pencils, including the unique Inktense watercolour pencils on paper and fabric, plus the watersoluble Graphitint and the Tinted Charcoal on paper. Take home a FREE set of Derwent project sheets.
Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Tuggeranong	Fri 1 Aug	11am–12.30pm
Civic	Sat 2 Aug	11am–12.30pm

Oriental Cards
Are you in love with Asia? Would you like to take some time off for yourself and make Oriental Cards? Pop by and see the gorgeous cards you can make using various punches and folding ideas. Make and take home six beautiful cards.
Cost $35.00. A non-refundable deposit of $10.00 required at time of booking. Numbers are limited.

Location	Date	Time
Woden	Sat 2 Aug	10am–12pm
Civic	Sat 6 Sep	10am–12pm

Scrapbooking/Cuttlebug Demonstration
Or would you like to know how to enhance your special photos and mementos with colours and embellishments for beautiful keepsakes? Come along and learn tips and techniques in scrapbooking. We'll demonstrate the versatile Cuttlebug machine for embossing and die cutting. Our demonstrator will show you the how-to and what not to do, and answer any questions you may have.
Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Tuggeranong	Sat 9 Aug	10am–12pm
Belconnen	Sat 23 Aug	10am–12pm
Civic	Sat 13 Sep	10am–12pm
Woden	Sat 20 Sep	10am–12pm

Screenprinting Demonstration
Discover how easy screenprinting can be. Everything is covered, from making your own screens through to the actual printing process. All the products you need to get started will be available for purchase on the day.
Free demonstration. Bookings essential.

Location	Date	Time
Belconnen	Sat 9 Aug	12pm–2pm

Jacquard Inkjet Cotton & Silk
Any images or text you create on your computer can be printed onto Jacquard Inkjet Cotton, Silk and ExtravOrganza sheets. Come and see how easy it is and pick up some great ideas on how to apply your fabric images to home décor and art and craft projects.
Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Woden	Tue 12 Aug	10am–12pm
Phillip	Tue 12 Aug	2pm–4pm
Civic	Wed 13 Aug	10am–12pm
Braddon	Wed 13 Aug	2pm–4pm
Belconnen	Thu 14 Aug	10am–12pm
Tuggeranong	Thu 14 Aug	2pm–4pm

Beading in Action
Beading is surprisingly easy and a great way to create gorgeous individual pieces of wearable art. See how you can create unique pieces of your own using Semco beads.
Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Civic	Thu 14 Aug	2pm–4pm

Xyron: Making it Easier to be Creative
If you are a scrapbooker or into craft, then this line of Xyron products is a must-have! We will demonstrate essential craft skills such as laminating, applying adhesive, even creating stickers and magnets. These products are suitable for all ages, easy to use, and provide simple solutions for cardmakers, scrapbookers and artists alike.
Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Woden	Wed 13 Aug	11.30am–12.30pm

Calligraphy & Wax Seals
Have you always admired the elegant finesse of words written in calligraphy? Come along to this demonstration using Manuscript products to learn about the basic techniques of calligraphy and different writing styles. We will also show you how to use wax and seals to add a classy finishing touch to your documents.
Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Civic	Sat 23 Aug	11am–1pm
Belconnen	Sat 30 Aug	11am–1pm
Woden	Thu 4 Sep	11am–1pm
Braddon	Sat 13 Sep	11am–1pm
Phillip	Sat 20 Sep	11am–1pm
Tuggeranong	Sat 27 Sep	11am–1pm

Artists’ Pencils in the 21st Century
Work with the latest Derwent pencils to create beautiful landscapes and mixed media works. Learn about innovative techniques now available to pencil artists. You will create a pen and wash piece using only pencil, plus work with the latest in pigmented charcoal and graphite pencils. Take home a FREE set of Derwent project sheets.
Cost $25.00. Materials included.

Location	Date	Time
Phillip	Sat 23 Aug	11am–1pm

Wedding Stationery with Cristina Re
This popular workshop covers most aspects of wedding stationery, from ‘save the date’ cards through to the wedding invitation, order of service booklet and placecard ideas. Try your hand at papercraft using the beautiful Cristina Re range, and take home tips and tricks to maximise the effect and minimise the stress.
Cost $35.00. Materials included.

Location	Date	Time
Phillip	Wed 27 Aug	11am–1pm

Roymac Brushes & Painting Knives
With an overwhelming variety of painting tools on the market, choosing the right brush or painting knife is a challenge. Discover the excellent holding capacity, elasticity and spring of Roymac brushes. Learn how to select the right tools for your budget, and techniques to get the results you want.
Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Woden	Tue 9 Sep	11am–12.30pm
Braddon	Wed 10 Sep	11am–12.30pm

Working with Colour
Learn the basics of colour mixing, an essential artist’s skill, using Winsor & Newton Designers Gouache. You will also have the chance to experiment with opaque and translucent effects using our range of watercolour mediums.
Cost $40.00. Materials included. Bookings essential. BONUS colour mixing techniques booklet when you attend.

Location	Date	Time
Braddon	Wed 17 Sep	11am–2pm

Introduction to Acrylics (Part 1)
Always wanted to experiment with acrylics but didn’t know where to start? This hands-on class will teach you the basic techniques of working with acrylic colour. The high pigment Winsor & Newton Artists’ Acrylics have a longer working time and the consistency of oil.
Cost $20.00. Materials included. Bookings essential. BONUS two tubes of Series 1 Winsor & Newton Acrylic Colour (60ml) when you attend.

Location	Date	Time
Phillip	Thu 18 Sep	11am–12.30pm

Introduction to Acrylic Mediums (Part 2)
Painting is often as much about texture as it is about the look of an image. During this hands-on workshop, see how Galeria Acrylic Mediums create fresh, contemporary options that allow you to explore the possibilities of acrylics.
Cost $25.00. Materials included. Bookings essential. BONUS bottle of Winsor & Newton Galeria Medium when you attend.

Location	Date	Time
Phillip	Thu 18 Sep	1pm–3pm

Décor Jewellery Canvas
Make a décor accessory that will show off your jewellery and decorate your bedroom wall at the same time. Using canvas, ribbons and acrylic paints in your favourite colours, you will create a unique and stylish jewellery canvas!
Cost $30.00. Materials included.

Location	Date	Time
Braddon	Sat 20 Sep	10am–1pm

Acrylics & Mediums: The Basics
Heard of Atelier Interactive Acrylics and Mediums? These versatile paints have a satin texture when dry, can be applied to flexible surfaces, and have a longer open working time than most other acrylics - allowing you to rework your paintings! Come learn the basics as we demonstrate techniques using the vibrant Atelier Interactive range.
Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Belconnen	Fri 26 Sep	2pm–3.30pm

Charming Bracelet
Make a unique, personalised “charm” bracelet where you make the charms yourself from beads, scrapbooking products and found objects. We’ll show you how to attach them to a silver chain and close with a pretty toggle clasp.
Cost $30.00. Materials included.

Location	Date	Time
Woden	Sat 27 Sep	10am–1pm

Fun Face Painting
Bring the kids in-store to have their faces painted for FREE! Characters include superheroes such as Spiderman and Batman, as well as animals, fairies, princesses and other fantasy characters.
Free activity.

Location	Date	Time
Belconnen	Sat 27 Sep	12pm–3pm