Idle Hands Workshop Canberra

09/08/2026

We’ve had a busy time in the workshop - despite the chilly weather! Now is a great time to join us and get started on those projects you always wanted to know how to make but never thought you could.

We have space for new beginners in our Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evening classes - 6-9pm in Downer.

Please contact us for more info.

09/06/2026

Also completed this week was Prachi’s gorgeous little ‘creepie’ stool - for sitting on when you want to ‘creep’ closer to the fire! Even better - it was upcycled from a heavy old chopping board! Nice!

08/06/2026

It’s been a busy time in the shed - even with the shorted darker days! Have a look at some of the beautiful pieces we’ve been making! We were lucky enough to source some great draw knife blades from Ferenc at Paprika Knives and had a lot of fun putting bespoke handles on them and making protective covers.
Our beginners have completed their mallet projects, and Kathryn has just finished this elegant three-toned stool.
We wish Seb a safe trip home - the workshop won’t be the same without you.

31/03/2026

Heidi just finished this awesome quirky stool - all recycled timbers - so cool!

31/03/2026

Look at these beauties! We had a question - could a beginner make a star trivet? The answer is below - lovely tight joints, beautifully finished off - well done Adrienne!

Mary finished this beautifully carved bar stool.

Frances replaced a broken leg on her coffee table - including selecting and shaping the timber, making all the mortise and tenon joints, and finishing it off to match the existing colour. I bet you can’t tell which one leg was the replacement!

10/02/2026

Some more lovely projects finished! Well done Shirali, Adrienne, Prachi, Claire and James!

13/01/2026

Are you interested in learning woodworking? Are you not sure where to start? Do you live in or near Canberra? If yes then come to Idle Hands Workshop!!

We have one spot left in our Wednesday woodworking class - beginners welcome.

Everything you need will be supplied. You’ll learn some basic skills and work on a few set projects to get you going. The focus will be on using hand tools.

When - Wednesdays 6-9pm
Cost - $800 for 10 classes
Where - Downer, ACT

Contact Kelly at 0467 069 312 or [email protected]

07/12/2025

It’s been a busy few months at the workshop - some very cool projects finished…..well done everyone!

04/10/2025

20/08/2025

Have you ever wanted to try woodworking? Some spaces have opened up for beginner woodworkers on Monday and Wednesday nights. Classes are from 6-9pm, everything is provided. $700 for 10 sessions.

The workshop is in Downer, ACT.

Below are some examples of the amazing students and some amazing pieces they have made after completing the beginners class.

Please contact Kelly on 0467 069 312