Join the ReCreators at the ReCreator's Green Space to learn how to upcycle furniture from old and tired to beautiful and restored!

All materials and tools will be provided and you will get to bring in your own project (a small sized wooden item, ideally native timber) to work on over the 4 weeks.

Week 1: Learn the 4 stages of wooden furniture restoration, Strip/ Sand/ Stain/ Seal. We will go through all the tools and products. Finally, we will discuss breaks, cracks and bora. Start work on individual project.

Week 2: Upcycle Painting Techniques. Continue working on projects.

Week 3-4: Continue working on projects including staining, painting and sealing.

Important Notes:

You need to arrive at this workshop for the beginning of class and the health and safety briefing to be able to take part in the rest of the class.
Children are not able to attend with guardians due to health and safety requirements.
Please bring a small piece of furniture, not a precious piece to learn on. You will need to take your furniture home at the end of each session.
Please bring your own rubber gloves.
All participants must wear covered shoes and non-flowing clothing (tight-ish!). Some work may be outdoors, please wear a sun hat and sunscreen if required.

• 6. Please wear old clothes and bring a water bottle and snacks.

When: Sundays 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May

Where: ReCreators Green Space, 135 Chamberlain Rd, Massey

Cost: $200 for all sessions.

The ReCreators are on a mission to show the world how to reduce and reuse our natural resources. It's easy, fun, creative, and sustainable. Join us on our journey.

Places are limited so book your place NOW. Don't miss out!