DIY Classes in NYC, New York

How to replace a fuse, change an outlet, install a fixture, test for power and splice a wire. Make common household repairs without calling the electrician. Note: Price Includes $20 Registration Fee

Basic plumbing: How to fix a toilet, install a faucet, stop a drip, or unclog a drain. Save on costly repairs that you can do yourself. Note: Price Includes $20 Registration Fee

Start your own hanging garden and learn some basic leatherworking in this fun workshop!  First, you'll blend and layer watercolor stains on vegetabletanned leather strips.  Then, you'll assemble these strips with basic tools and rivets to create a beautiful hanger for your favorite plant.  Wear clothes you don't mind getting dye on....

Cut a board, level a shelf; install an anchor bolt in a hollow wall. This class will stock your toolkit with the most useful tools and give you handson tips for using them. Discover your inner handyperson and save money on basic repairs. Note: Price Includes $20 Registration Fee

Come make friends, have fun and empower yourself with basic DIY skills! No more feeling intimidated walking into Home Depot or pulling up TaskRabbit every time you need a fix--do it yourself! Join us for a fun, empowering 90-minute intro workshop taught by a certified home improvement contractor and handywoman Taerra Pence. Together we’ll learn:...

In this comprehensive and hands on evening workshop, Richard Mandelbaum, herbalist and Co-Founder of NYC's ArborVitae School of Traditional Herbalism,  will teach your how to make your own herbal tinctures using alcohol, water and glycerin from both fresh and dried medicinal plants.   Topics covered will include: when to make...

Learn all the skills you need to create your own custom bridal bouquet, matching boutonniere, and petite table centerpiece! We’ll discuss where to purchase flowers and supplies, costs, and flower processing and care. During this class, we use simple design techniques with easy-to-understand instructions to create unique wedding floral masterpiec...

‘Tis the season... to step up your holiday card game! Get them made and sent early this year by coming to our Holiday Card Workshop. We’ll teach you a stamp carving technique that will bring your card making to the next level. And as a bonus, we will send them for you! Come have some holiday fun as our JamMaster will show you: How to draw the...

You’ll learn a little bit of everything in this class – stenciling, hand sewing, and aromatherapy. We’ll talk a little bit about what scents are good for motivation, romance, and relaxation & stress relief. Many of these (like lavender) serve double duty – also preventing pests – which is why scented sachets are perfect to keep clothes...

Bath Bombs! Take me away! Create your own bubbly deliciousness (not edible) for tub time. We’ll learn how to make adorable bath bombs using our silicone molds and cosmetic grade colors and oils. You’ll start the new year with super soft skin and a new groovy skill!

Brighten up a bare wall or window with this awesome DIY Raised Bookstand. Add plants, books, handbags, or other decors to your piece. Conquer your fear of the miter saw, table saw, band saw, and pneumatic nail gun during this one day workshop.  Students will also learn how to use the valuable Kreg Jig screw pocket hole system that can literally...