Centre for Rare Arts and Forgotten Trades

The Australian Centre for Rare Arts & Forgotten Trades is a place to learn and preserve Australia’s rare arts and trades through a series of workshops, masterclasses, events and residencies.

Make a Pair of Derby Shoes

October 20 — October 22, 2023

Bring home a pair of handmade shoes after this three-day immersive shoemaking experience alongside Luna Newby and Betty Ennis.

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Norse Inspired Amulets & Adornment

October 7, 2023

Learn how to create and decorate your own amulet with metalsmith Sam Bloomfield.

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Norse Inspired Brass & Copper Cuffs Workshop

October 7, 2023

Learn how to create and decorate your own brass and copper cuffs with metalsmith Sam Bloomfield.

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Discover SAORI Weaving

October 7, 2023

Find your Zen at the loom from this introductory workshop into Japanese SAORI weaving guided by Prue Simmons.

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Knifemaking - Sloyd Knives

October 14 — October 15, 2023

This two-day workshop run by Pete Trott allows you to make your own high-quality carving tools.

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Silversmithing - Ring

October 21, 2023

Rachel Grose teaches you how to design, cut, file, texture, solder and polish your own rings.

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Leadlight Window Decorations

October 21 — October 22, 2023

Dive into glass cutting and decorating in this introductory two-day workshop with Brian Sims.

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The Basics of Screen Printing

October 28, 2023

Experiment with screen-printing techniques in this immersive, beginner-friendly workshop guided by Nicola Cerini.

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Basic Armouring - Make a Pair of Vambraces

October 28, 2023

Learn the basics of armouring and take home a personalised pair of vambraces alongside Robert Hayes.

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Hand Printed and Sewn Dolls and Creatures

October 14, 2023

Pick up traditional toy and doll-making skills as well as an introduction to printmaking with Samantha Thompson.

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Introduction to Traditional Signwriting

October 13 — October 15, 2023

This intensive three-day workshop will cover the theory and practice of traditional signwriting with Greg Chandler.

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Drop Spindle from Start to Finish

October 21, 2023

Learn all about drop spindles and fibres in this hands-on workshop with Ronelle Welton.

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Spoon Carving and Introduction to Green Woodworking

October 28 — October 29, 2023

This two-day workshop goes through the step-by-step process of spoon carving and woodworking.