Craft Groups Sydney

Turkish Mosaic Candle Holder Class

Experience Anatolia’s rich cultural heritage as you join a best-selling mosaic lamp workshop to create your very own mosaic lamp or candle holder. Learn traditional art with a contemporary twist as you travel to the ancient lands of Anatolia at Atolya Studio. In their spectacular classes, you will experience a glimpse of the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul as you create a dazzling mosaic lamp or candle holder. During this two-hour workshop, you will learn the techniques of creating stunning Islamic geometric patterns using specially cut and stained mosaic glass tiles to create your very own Turkish mosaic lamp. While you enjoy our complimentary Turkish afternoon tea service, they will guide you through every step of making these dazzling light ornaments that once lit up the Ottoman palaces, giving a magical ambience and glow to your home. All of the workshops are complemented with traditional Turkish tea and sweets. Indulge in true Turkish hospitality as you enjoy unleash your inner creativity! Please note: If you book the candle holder option, you will have the choice of upgrading to make a table or swan lamp on the day of the workshop. Prices range for $69 for candle holder, $129 for medium mosaic lamp, and $149 for large mosaic lamp.

Lush Bath Bomb Workshop

Join us at LUSH Miranda to create your very own bath bomb! With the help of the LUSH experts you will get to have hands on experience of what goes into making a bath bomb! Take home your very own creation alongside a goodie bag of samples to enjoy or share with family and friends! Time: 6:00 - 6:45PM Location: Lush Miranda Westfield Miranda, Shop 1048A/600 Kingsway Miranda NSW 2228 Tickets: $15 Each You can also join me for dinner after class in Westfield Miranda! ❤️

Killer Podcrafts

Are you a true crime lover who loves to craft? We are gathering all makers to come and listen to an episode of a true crime podcast while working on your current project. We will listen to one episode, with time after to discuss the nights podcast. So, you bring the craft and we will bring the crime! Best suited for over 18s. **Content Warning:** **Please be aware some podcasts played in this class do contain acts of violence and disturbing graphic content. Listening to these podcasts is at your discretion. Staff do not take responsibility for conversations in the podcast.** Killer Podcrafts will be held on the second Tuesday evening of the month.

Crafty Creations Group

**Your monthly dose of creativity & community.** Welcome to the Beverly Hills Craft-ernoon! Got a knitting project you can’t seem to finish? Eager to meet other creative people in your corner of Sydney? Or just looking for a welcoming space to relax and make something with your hands? Our community Craft-ernoon is for you. Think of it as a creative hub for everyone—from kids discovering the joy of glitter glue to seniors sharing a lifetime of skills. It’s a relaxed, unstructured afternoon to connect with neighbours of all ages. **What to bring:** * **Your current project:** Whether it’s crochet, sketching, or scrapbooking, bring it along! * **Just yourself!** If you don’t have a project, don't worry. We’d love your help knitting or sewing a "Trauma Teddy" to comfort someone in need. All materials are provided. * **The kids!** We’ll have a station with simpler crafts ready for little hands. **All the nitty-gritty:** * **When:** 2pm on the first Saturday of every month * **Where:** Beverly Hills Baptist Church, 9 Warrawee Place, Beverly Hills (sadly, the one near Hurstville, not LA!). We're in the main hall at the back of the building. * **Cost:** Free! Seriously. We’re happy to provide the space and materials. * **Parking:** Warrawee Place can be tight, so try Tooronga Terrace or Ponyara Road for more spots. **A note from our hosts** Beverly Hills Baptist Church is delighted to host this community gathering. Our goal is simple: to provide a warm, welcoming space for people to connect and create. There are no strings attached, no religious program—just good company and craft. Everyone is welcome, exactly as you are. **Questions or ideas? Get in touch!** Alison: 0414 810 137 \| [alisonleader@gmail.com](https://www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=mailto%3Aalisonleader%40gmail.com) [bhb.org.au](https://www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbhb.org.au%2F)

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July Meetup for the Sydney Nature Journal Club

Come along to our **July meetup for the Sydney Nature Journal Club**. National Tree Day is 26 July. We will explore this theme in the Botanical Gardens. This is a chance to connect, spend some time in nature and journal together. I will offer some guidance to start. After we can share journal pages and ideas. **What to bring:** Bring along sketchbooks/paper and your favourite drawing materials (pens, pencils, watercolour, acrylic, anything you have). I will have extra materials on the day if you want to explore other mediums. \*\*Where:\*\* Botanical Gardens **Cost:** Suggested donation is $10 annual fee, $5 casual fee. (This helps cover Meetup fees). DISCLAIMER.
Please note that Katy as volunteer organiser of activities for Sydney Nature Journal Club is NOT responsible for the health or safety of members (or their guests) and therefore will not accept any liability for accidents or injuries or losses that may occur during Meetup events at any location. By attending a Sydney Nature Journal Club event members acknowledge that you accept ALL of the above. I look forward to seeing you there.

Traffic Light Party Pub Crawl // 4 Venues + 4 Free Drinks + Free Pizza

**Meet new friends and party with the Big Night Out Pub Crawl every Friday & Saturday!** Our legendary pub crawl hosts will take you to 4 venues. You will receive 1 free drink at each venue. Plus, there's free pizza, free party items, discounted drinks, games & prizes, party photos, and more! **Special MEETUP discounted tickets only $25!** Tickets: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992000724791](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992000724791) Promo Code: MEETUP ***How does it work?*** We meet at The Scary Canary at 8pm. Our hosts will scan your ticket, give you a wristband and your first drink voucher. Here we'll have our first drink and get to know each other before heading to the next venue. The hosts will give everybody a heads up a few minutes before it's time to leave. We go to each venue as a group. **You must enter with the group to get your drink voucher.** Pizza is served at the 3rd venue. We spend 1 hour at each of the first 3 venues, then at the last venue, we arrive just before 12am, and they're open until 4am so you can stay as late as you'd like! Ticket includes entry to all 4 venues, 4 free drinks (1 per venue), free pizza. There will be games, prizes, photographer, and more! ***Over $80 value!*** Tickets are normally $35 online or $50 for walk ups, which is a huge value, but exclusively for Meetup, save an additional $10 with promo code MEETUP to get all this for only $25! (Plus Eventbrite booking fee) ***\*Must purchase online with the code to get the discount, otherwise it's $50 cash on arrival.*** Don't worry about joining alone. Many people arrive solo and meet new friends! There's a big mix of backpackers, students, and locals. Please ignore if our Meetup RSVPs are low, there's usually 50-150 people every Friday and Saturday! Check out our weekly photos and more on our Instagram & Facebook pages @bnopubcrawl to see for yourself! TripAdvisor Rated #1 Nightlife in Sydney! Sponsored by Fireball! **DRESS CODE:** -No flip flops, singlets, or sportswear. **IMPORTANT:** Australia has very strict drinking laws. Know your limits and pace yourself throughout the night. If a venue denies you entry for showing signs of intoxication, we have no way to override their decision. **TERMS:** -Must be 18+ and have valid ID or passport. Pictures or copies will NOT be accepted. See accepted forms of ID here: [https://www.liquorandgaming.nsw.gov.au/working-in-the-industry/serving-alcohol-responsibly/managing-under-18s/checking-evidence-of-age](https://www.liquorandgaming.nsw.gov.au/working-in-the-industry/serving-alcohol-responsibly/managing-under-18s/checking-evidence-of-age) -RSA laws apply at all times -One included drink per venue -Must enter venue with group to get drink voucher at 2nd, 3rd, and 4th venues. -Venues subject to change -If you feel sick, please stay home. If you show signs of illness, you will not be able to participate.

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SALON DES REFUSES 2026

Speculative Writing in Focus: Make Talk Matter – Zena Shapter

**If you're coming, [please RSVP through the library](https://libraries.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Eventbrite/Zena-Shapter-%E2%80%93-Make-talk-matter-1990461566126#) as well as here so they can keep track of numbers.** Speculative Writing in Focus is a craft-focused day at the Willoughby Literary Festival. This year we'll present a series of free lecture-style sessions so as many people as possible can obtain the benefit of a workshop in the space of an hour. **Make Talk Matter** Explore how dialogue shapes character, voice and worldbuilding through practical writing techniques and tips. Speech can humanise stories, shape fictional worlds and give characters a distinct voice. This session explores how effective dialogue strengthens storytelling and helps conversations feel natural, purposeful and engaging. **[Please RSVP through the library.](https://libraries.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Eventbrite/Zena-Shapter-%E2%80%93-Make-talk-matter-1990461566126#)** **About Zena Shapter** Zena Shapter is a multi award-winning author of science fiction, fantasy, speculative and contemporary fiction, conjuring journeys into the beyond and unusual. Author of *When Dark Roots Hunt*, *When Dark Waters Burn*, *Towards White*, and co-author of *Into Tordon*, she’s a 'writer with a need for adventure' (*Midnight Echo* magazine), writing 'cold and brutal' stories (Tor.com), who 'deserves your attention' (Lillian Csernica, Tangent Online). She loves movies, frogs, chocolate, potatoes and living with her family on Sydney’s beautiful Northern Beaches, where she’s also an inclusive creativity advocate, writing mentor and editor. Find her online via [zenashapter.com](https://zenashapter.com/) and Instagram [@ZenaShapter](https://www.instagram.com/zenashapter/). ***Did I mention you should [RSVP through the library](https://libraries.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Eventbrite/Zena-Shapter-%E2%80%93-Make-talk-matter-1990461566126#) to make sure they know our numbers?***

Pottery & Prosecco

✨🥂 POTTERY & PROSECCO ✨ Join us for an evening of creativity, connection, and a little sparkle as we sip, sculpt, and unwind together. Whether you’re coming solo to meet new friends or bringing someone special along, this relaxed handbuilding pottery class is the perfect opportunity to slow down, get creative, and enjoy a beautiful night out. Over two hours, you’ll learn the fundamentals of working with clay and create your own ceramic masterpiece whether that’s a mug for your morning coffee, a charming mini planter, or a beautiful vase for your home. No experience is necessary, and you’ll be guided step-by-step throughout the class. 📅 Saturday, July 11th
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 2/155 Taren Point Road, Caringbah NSW ✨ What’s Included:
• Use of all pottery tools and equipment
• White gloss glaze for your creation
• Firing of one finished piece made during the class
(Additional pieces can be fired at an extra cost, payable on the night) 🥂 BYO Wine & Snacks
Bring your favourite bottle of prosecco (or beverage of choice), snacks to share, and any plates, cups, or utensils you’ll need. The studio will take care of the rest! Important Information:
• This event is strictly 18+
• Spaces are limited, so early bookings are encouraged
• Finished pieces must be collected within 4 months of the class date
• A minimum number of participants is required for the class to proceed. Should the minimum not be met, you’ll be notified to reschedule. Come along for a memorable evening of laughter, creativity, and new connections. We can’t wait to create with you! ✨

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