Furniture Upcycling Workshop

Free furniture upcycling workshop

Glencairn Memorial Institute
Thursday 15th October, 10am–3pm
See info below for what to bring.
Free to attend – everyone welcome.

Please book in advance
Book: katie.moniaiveinitiative@gmail.com

Give tired furniture a new lease of life in this friendly, practical workshop. Learn simple repair, painting and creative upcycling techniques – perfect for beginners and seasoned DIY-ers alike.

Do you have a piece of furniture that needs a new life, or simply want to learn a new skill?

What to Bring

A small item of furniture to upcycle  
Ideal pieces: bedside tables, stools, small chairs, shelves, drawers, picture frames. (Nothing too large — we need space to work comfortably.)
Any hardware you want to replace  e.g., new handles, knobs, hinges — optional, only if you have something specific in mind.

What We Provide

Paints (chalk paint + topcoats)
Brushes, rollers, sanding blocks
Cleaning materials
Basic repair tools (glue, clamps, filler, screwdrivers)
Protective coverings

Optional to Bring

An apron or old clothes
Your favourite colour swatches or inspiration photos
Don’t Have Anything? No Problem.
We’ll have a small table available on the day for anyone who needs it.