Colour the Rain: Decorate your own Umbrella (over 4 weeks) with Marie Wilkinson - T2WS26:T&T

Category: Textiles & Threads
Tutor: Marie Wilkinson

Workshop: Colour the Rain: Decorate your own Umbrella 

What you will learn: At Stirling Street Art Centre, we’re turning rainy-day essentials into walking works of art.

Join this relaxed and inspiring 18+ workshop where you’ll transform a plain green Bunnings umbrella into something uniquely yours. Whether you’re drawn to bold florals, calming nature-inspired designs, abstract colour play, or something deeply personal, this is your chance to create an umbrella that tells your story.

This is a hands-on, beginner-friendly session. You’ll explore simple techniques including cutting, gluing, and basic hand sewing using a running stitch. No prior experience needed just a willingness to play, experiment, and let your creativity wander.

Think of it as part art workshop, part creative escape. There’s no pressure for perfection here, just colour, texture, and the quiet satisfaction of making something with your hands.

What’s included:

A plain green umbrella ready to transform

A vibrant selection of fabrics and materials (feel free to bring some items from home)

Guidance through simple stitching and design techniques

A welcoming, supportive creative space

What to expect:

Gentle step-by-step guidance (with room to do your own thing)

Inspiration from sample designs (like the one pictured)

Plenty of time to create at your own pace

By the end of the series you will leave with a one-of-a-kind umbrella that turns even the greyest day into something a little brighter.

✨ Come as you are. Make something unexpected. Take home a piece of joy. 

Level: Beginners
Suitable Ages: 18+
Maximum Participants: 15
Materials provided by the Tutor: All equipment will be provided
Bring with you: Nothing extra required. Just bring an open mind.

Ticket Price: $199

Artist Profile - About your Tutor: Marie Wilkinson has always followed the pull of creativity, from childhood days spent happily colouring for hours, to a lifelong exploration of sewing, mosaic, and painting.

Now a workshop facilitator and artist, Marie has worked with the Dardanup Shire and South West Women’s Health, and is part of the creative team at Stirling Street Art Centre. Her work is guided by her signature approach, ‘No Paintbrushes’, which invites people to create in tactile, unexpected ways, without rules or pressure.

In 2024, she completed a Diploma in Creative Arts and Health, bringing together her passion for art, wellbeing, and connection. Marie creates spaces where people can slow down, experiment, and rediscover the simple joy of making something with their hands.

Date & Time
Day: Saturday
Start Date: 16-May
Number of weeks: 4
End Date: 6-Jun
Time: 1pm - 3:30pm

Commitment to Inclusion: We are committed to ensure our workshops are accessible for people with additional needs. If you would like to provide us with more information about your access needs, you can download the Access Rider template here. Please fill out and return this form to programs@stirlingstreetarts.com.au a week before the date of the workshop so we can address any additional support you may require.

Bring your own lunch (if all-day workshop) and water or drinks. A fridge and microwave are available on site and we provide tea, coffee and biscuits for your workshop. We are conveniently located across from Centrepoint if you need to purchase your lunch.

Please read all Terms and Conditions before booking this workshop.