Workshops & Classes
Discover a wide range of hands-on workshops and training sessions thoughtfully designed to empower women with the confidence and skills to take on DIY projects in their own homes.
Our workshops are led by Suzanne Armstrong, an experienced, and knowledgeable instructor who is passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to build on existing skills, you'll be guided step-by-step through practical techniques in a space that encourages learning without judgment.
Each session is carefully structured to help you gain both knowledge and confidence as you take on everyday home maintenance and improvement tasks.
Depending on the workshop you choose, you might learn how to safely put up a shelf or hang a mirror, patch and repair walls, paint with professional results, apply wallpaper, tile a backsplash, create panelling features, and much more.
You’ll also get hands-on experience using different tools and materials, along with guidance on which products are best suited for various jobs.
Whether your goal is to fix things around the house, take on creative home upgrades, or simply feel more self-reliant, our workshops are here to support your journey.
Join us and discover just how capable you are—with the right skills, tools, and support behind you.
Be sure to check our Events page regularly for upcoming workshops and classes.
Got questions? Please contact us: thisthatanddiy@gmail.com
TESTIMONIALS
"I went to a Beginners DIY Workshop with Suzanne back in June 2023.I was a little apprehensive going but it turned out I had nothing to worry about. Suzanne has a way of putting people at ease, we could ask anything without fear of feeling stupid or being mansplained to. She was encouraging and supportive and I walked away full of confidence that I could do the basic jobs that I usually wait months for my husband to do!"
- Roisin
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"The workshop was so much fun, we learned, we laughed and we accomplished! If you want to DIY but need help taking that first step like I did, book it now!"
- Samantha
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"When I arrived I didn't know the difference between a drill and a driver, ha, ha but I do. Since the workshop, I've installed shelves, built a garden planter and fixed a wonky cabinet door. Thank you Suzanne, you made me believe I could do it and you were right.
- Linda
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"Something amazing happens when you put a group of women together. The day was brilliant, there was no mansplaining (lol) and plenty of hands on experience and support. I no longer need to wait 6 months for something to be done, I just do it myself"
- Rachel
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"It felt so empowering to use tools I'd always been intimidated by. I left not only with new skills but with a huge boost in confidence. Every woman should experience this.
- Debbie
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"The Beginner DIY workshop was life changing for me. I signed up because I had so many jobs that needed to be done. Suzanne has a "if I can do it, you can do it" attitude and its contagious. Everything was explained in detail. I left the workshop with a belief that I could tackle the jobs in my house and the next day I bought a drill, that was the start of my DIY journey and I'm still going, all thanks to a super teacher. "
- Marguerite
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