What

• In this new workshop you can choose from making a lampshade with either a regular white lining, OR a lined shade with a fabric on the interior as well as exterior.  Both shade types are made from scratch, using trade-quality materials and using modern lampshade-making techniques.
• By using your own fabric the result is not only unique but perfectly suited to your personal decor style - students are unfailingingly thrilled with their results!
• In this beginner-level workshop there is a min 3/max 10 students so you are guaranteed personal attention

Where

• Because our own workroom is still out-of-action following flooding in April, this workshop is being held in the Jamberoo Bowling Club, right in the heart of our beautiful village
• Jamberoo is located a few hours-ish drive from Sydney and the ACT, and is a terrific destination for a weekend get-away (we're only 15mins west of Kiama)

Difficulty

• No prior knowlegde, or skills are required - this is lampshade-making 1.01!  
• Your tutor, professional shade-maker Kate, will be taking you step by step through each stage of the process - although shade-making certainly is fiddly,  Kate strives to make this workshop as easy and fun as possible
• Minimum age 16 years
• TIP:   if you're not sure which type to choose, it's recommend to start with the unlined option - because it's simpler. You'll learn the lined method by observation, and can purchase a lined shade kit to make at home.

What's included

• All the supplies you'll need are included (except fabric*).. this includes professional quality adhesive backings, frames, and tools
• Morning tea (with homemade yummies) 
• Notes summary, including a list of resources for future purchases

What to bring

• BYO fabric*
• If you have a pair of good fabric scissors please bring them, but no worries if you don't (I have plenty)

Fabric

• *BYO FABRIC: All the info you need re. type and qty will be emailed in a detailed info sheet following booking
• BEST FABRIC TYPES:  for this beginners' workshop are natural fibres (cotton or linen) such as Quilting fabrics or polycotton.
• DO NOT BRING:  furnishing or upholstery weight; silky; stretchy; canvas; sheer or anything which frays easily.
• PREPARATION:  your fabric must be cut to size and crease-free (ironed) before class.  (All these details are in the info sheet).

What else

• Kits are available to purchase so you can turn your lampshade into a pair, different size, shape or lined shade at home
• Check out our YouTube channel for lots of tips and tricks to help you prepare for this workshop!

Cancellation

Due to the difficulties of refilling short-notice vacancies in small-group workshops I'm sorry but NO REFUNDS are available.

However - if you're unable to make it you can transfer your booking to a friend or family-member to attend in your place on the day.

Further info

Following booking a detailed info sheet will be emailed to you with all the details about our location, what to bring and more.  If you have further questions please don't hesitate to contact us via the Contact page