Basic Drill Skills | With Leona

Basic Drill Skills for Women

In this hands-on DIY workshop for women, you will learn how to confidently use a drill for common household tasks like hanging shelves, curtain rails, blinds, and picture frames — plus plenty of practical skills you can apply to other DIY jobs.

In a relaxed and supportive setting, and in the company of three like-minded women, you’ll get familiar with tools, materials and wall types, so you can make informed choices and avoid common pitfalls.

The workshop will cover:

• how to understand your combi drill and its different functions (drill / hammer / screwdriver)

• how to drill safely and effectively into both masonry and hollow walls (like plasterboard)

• which drill bits to use for different jobs — and how to know which one you need

• which wall plugs and screws work best for different types of walls

• how to recognise different screw heads and how to avoid stripping them
• what to do if a hole you drilled is too big or has blown

Each participant will have the opportunity to practice her drill skills on a mock-up wall using a hammer drill, and there will be time for any DIY questions you may have.

The workshop will last about 2 hours and take place in Whalley Range.

You will receive a handout to take home, which you can continue to use as reference.

Please note: While this workshop does not include hands-on experience of how to drill into tiles, this will be covered in the handout.

This class will be delivered by Leona.

****

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Due to the small group nature of the workshops and the preparation involved, cancellations made more than 14 days before the workshop date are eligible for a 50% refund. Unfortunately, cancellations made within 14 days of the workshop are non-refundable, as cancelled places are often difficult to refill at short notice. Ticket holders are welcome to transfer their ticket to another person if they are unable to attend. Please notify us in advance with the new attendee’s details.