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Furniture painting, upcycling and craft workshops
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Learn how to create your own masterpieces with chalk paint
Do you love DIY home decor?
As a Content Creator for Aussie Decor Transfers I can show you how to apply decoupage, transfers, stencils & more in my online demos. Follow my Facebook page for details of live events.
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My Clients Say
Nicole NMay 2019
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I just loved your BYO furniture painting course last week. THANK YOU!
I had no idea I could make such a boring, old & tired looking piece of furniture look so amazingly new & cool. Thanks so much for your guidance and for a super fun day. I will be back for more!
Emily B June 2019
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Thank you! It was such a great day! HonestlyI did not expect to get that much done! Wildest dreams, yes. Reality, no! So I'm still amazed!
Tania MSept 2020
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Sarah is the most beautiful person and such a patient teacher. Her knowledge and tips are priceless and she compliments one’s work to the extent I come away feeling like the next Michael Angelo! I have learnt so much and highly recommend taking any of her classes!
Sara DNovember 2019
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I had such an awesome day at the workshop. It was so much fun and I learnt a lot. With Sarah’s help I transformed an old bedside table and a simple tray into 2 new beautiful pieces. Thanks so much Sarah it was great and would highly recommend doing a workshop.
Sarah OOctober 2019
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Sarah helped me to change an old fashioned orangey-pine piece of furniture into a modern, clean, fresh piece. Amazing! She has all the hints and tips on paint, colour, technique and finishing touches. Her studio is such a light and bright beautiful space, with never-ending cups of tea! After a workshop with Sarah, I have been inspired to transform several other pieces in my home, from bench seats to plant pots. Highly recommended.
Katie JOctober 2019
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Thank you Sarah for such a great evening ‘cushions & champagne’ I love my stencilled cushion. The studio is amazing and it was so fun chatting and crafting. I’ll definitely be booking into another workshop.
Anne WOctober 2019
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Sarah helped me makeover a 30 year old pine toy box that had been yellowed with age. The most difficult part was deciding what colours and pattern I should use to blend with my balcony furniture. Sarah’s creative eye for this is second to none. Due to its size, I couldn’t finish the project in her custom furniture class however, I was able to complete the base in my own time at home. We are loving the result and this old toy box is the perfect place to house our outdoor pillows!
Michelle BJuly 2019
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Sarah helped me transform my coffee table from orangey 90s pine to something current and beautiful. She had the patience to help me with my struggles for the right colour and together we found it. Loved my time in Sarah’s workshop - beautiful food, some champers, lovely conversations with new people and a great showpiece to take home. Can’t recommend enough! I have earmarked several pieces ripe for transformation... just need to make time now.
Lesley MMarch 2019
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I went to Sarah’s workshop on the weekend it was SO much fun and so easy now I’m inspired to makeover all my furniture!!Everyone went away with a gorgeous ‘new’ piece.
Katie BMarch 2019
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What a wonderful afternoon spent painting with my daughter! Sarah is a very patient and calm teacher and her studio feels like a relaxing sanctuary. We were amazed by what we had created by the end and really enjoyed the rare opportunity to share an experience together. Sarah comes very highly recommended.
Esther WAugust 2020
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You have been such a great inspiration for me. Your workshop was amazing and long after it ended, you continue to support and advise me. And I just keep painting…so thank you! Never thought a splash of paint would bring such joy.
Jessie GAugust 2020
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Many thanks Sarah for a wonderfully creative day and for all your endless patience and kindness when we cried out for help and advice.
Mimi NSeptember 2020
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You know those old beloved but beat up gems that cry out for a lick of paint? Sarah Macaulay’s workshop is exactly right! Chalk paint is such a user-friendly medium, but the best part is that Sarah is lovely, jolly and knowledgeable – she takes pleasure in showing you what to do. In this time of global angst, I found a simple antidote in the hands-on pleasure of a workshop with Sarah.
Verónica ESeptember 2020
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Sarah’s painting class was a great opportunity to learn about decoupage and stencil in a calming and fun atmosphere. Her input was thoughtful and respectful of what I wanted to achieve with the pieces I painted. She has experience and lots of useful tips!
The class is the perfect way of giving old pieces a new life and avoiding buying new things that we don’t need! I very much enjoyed the experience!
Les SAugust 2020
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The chalk painting workshop exceeded all expectations. I brought over four pieces of furniture to be painted and the work involved three separate processes - straight chalk painting, creating a distressed effect and oil staining. By the end of the day all the painting was completed and totally dry.
Sarah’s studio was a pleasant workspace and the five hours passed quickly. I learnt so much!
I totally recommend Sarah and her workshops. She is very knowledgeable and is a great teacher. I will definitely book further courses in the future.
Fiona OFebruary 2020
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Sarah did a truly amazing job transforming two old pieces of furniture into pieces that are stylish and fun for my daughters' bedrooms. A pleasure to work with - taking the time to find out what colours and finishes would appeal. I am delighted with the results - thank you Sarah
Sam SDecember 2020
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Sarah ran a Zoom call prior to my first workshop with her. It was my first interaction with her and a great introduction and platform to ask questions. I have now attended two workshops, the studio is great, the sessions are small and the people attending were all really nice. I came home with beautifully upcycled furniture for my home. Sarah is knowledgeable, patient (which is good, as I am very indecisive when it comes to choosing colours!) and really instils confidence. I am totally hooked on chalk painting and have painted many pieces since. The products Sarah uses are really good quality and there is a great range of colours. I look forward to attending more workshops in 2021.
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