DIY Newry 30th 31st May

I had such a great experience on this DIY course. It was led by women, for women, and that made such a difference to the overall atmosphere. It felt really welcoming and completely non-intimidating, which isn’t always the case when learning practical skills like this.

Everything was explained in a very clear, hands-on way. Instead of just being shown what to do, we were actually guided through it step by step, which made it feel achievable and built confidence quickly. No question felt silly, and there was a real focus on making sure everyone understood what they were doing and why.

I came away not only with projects I’m really proud of, but with a much stronger sense that I can tackle DIY myself going forward. It’s such a valuable skill set, and this course made it feel accessible rather than overwhelming.

Would highly recommend to anyone who wants to learn practical DIY skills in a supportive and empowering environment.

I recently attended a two-day DIY course led by Michelle, and it was an excellent experience. She was incredibly knowledgeable and came prepared with a wide range of tools, which made the sessions very hands-on and practical.

Over the two days, we learned how to build a stud wall, put up shelves, and install curtain rails properly—skills that feel really useful and achievable to take home. Michelle also gave great advice on our own home projects, including which tools to buy and how to choose the right fixings like wall plugs, screws, and drill bits.

What I found especially helpful were the tips and hacks she shared to make DIY tasks easier—many of which we got to practice ourselves during the course. It really boosted my confidence.

The course was very inclusive, with Michelle making sure that all ages and abilities were supported and comfortable throughout.

This course is specifically for women, which created a really supportive and comfortable learning environment. I would highly recommend it to any woman wanting to learn practical DIY skills in a friendly setting. If they ever run a car maintenance course, I would definitely attend!

Thank you Michelle for two days packed with learning, practice, laughter’s and patience The course suits any beginner perfectly, but also those who have used tools, but never got the foundational know-how. This is exactly what The Extended DIY Workshop is about: a solid grounding that will give thirsty for more!

I enjoyed this course very much. Learnt a lot and can’t wait to get stuck into tasks around the house, with confidence. Michelle was extremely knowledgeable & patient!