North Lakes and its surrounds are brimming with creative opportunities for all ages, skill levels and budgets.
From crafty clubs to workshops, whether you’re into sewing, plaster art, or Cricut crafts, there’s a local group to spark your creativity and connect you with like-minded makers.
Local Classes, Groups & Workshops
Check out these classes, groups and workshops:
Moreton Bay Women’s Shed – Create or Chat
Lainie Peltohaka, Facilities Officer, invites local crafters to drop in for a relaxed social session of making and chatting.
“On Tuesdays and Sundays, members and guests can drop by for a cuppa, a chat and a chance to try new craft projects or finish their own. Sometimes it’s a quiet afternoon knitting or crocheting, other times a lively group creating cards, painting or journalling.
“We’re here to help people learn, build skills and make great friendships – it’s all about creativity and community,” Lainie said.
- Where: Pine Rivers Showgrounds, 757 Gympie Road, Lawnton
- When: Tuesdays and Sundays, 1pm-4pm
- Cost: $5
- Learn more.
Craft Club
Bring your knitting or craft project and enjoy conversation and creativity.
- Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur
- When: Fortnightly Thursdays, 9am-12pm
- Cost: Free
- Learn more.
Knitcetera Craft Group
Meet fellow knitters and crafters to share your love of needlework.
- Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur
- When: Mondays, 9:30am-11:30am
- Cost: Free
- Learn more.
Women’s Art Social Group
A welcoming space for women working on personal art projects.
- Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur
- When: Mondays, 6pm-9pm
- Cost: Free
- Learn more.
Mosaics Social Gathering
Work on your own mosaic pieces over a social cuppa.
- Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre – 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton
- When: Wednesdays, 12:30pm-2:30pm
- Cost: Free
- Learn more.
Wood Burn Art Class
Learn wood burning in a friendly setting – no experience needed!
- Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre – 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton
- When: 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 10am-11:30am
- Cost: Free
- Learn more.
Tipsy Textures
Enjoy a fun night out with guided plaster art – perfect for beginners and groups.
Founder, Brooke Albon, is excited to welcome you to this creative masterclass.
“Tipsy Textures is your creative escape to learn new skills, design textured art, and connect with friends. You’ll leave with memories and art to be proud of,” Brooke said.
- Where: Look out for upcoming events around North Lakes
- When: Various dates
- Cost: See event listings
- Learn more.
Knit, Crochet, Donate
Craft for a cause and make new friends at this local library group.
- Where: Strathpine Library (also Albany Creek Library)
- When: 17 July & 21 August 2025, 10am-12pm
- Cost: Free
- Learn more.
Cricut Card Making
Learn to make personalised cards with Cricut machines — great for beginners.
- Where: North Lakes Library (also held at other Moreton Bay libraries)
- When: Every second Tuesday, 11am–12pm (July–August 2025)
- Learn more.
Get inspired, get making, and get connected – a whole creative community is waiting to welcome you.
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