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Jimmy Possum Chair Workshop    

BODjA DESiGN chair-making workshops make chairs from salvaged timber with a connection to people, place, and time, using heritage hand tools, in the tradition of Jimmy Possum, a Northern Tasmanian chair maker in the late 1800s. Our Launceston, Tasmania, studio sits at the rear of the historic 'Jolly Farmer Inn' C1826 

Jimmy Possum Chair Workshop - PERTH, Tasmania

Jimmy Possum chair making workshops are led by Dr Mike Epworth, a chairmaker and researcher with 45years experience. located in and around the beautiful gardens of the Jolly Farmer Inn PERTH Launceston. The cost of the 3 day course is $1450, participants take home an assembled Jimmy Possum chair. The double seater JP course is $1950 for 4 Day tuition. This can be made together as a couple or individually. All materials and heritage tools are included, along with tea/coffee and light meals. The workshop is achievable for all levels of woodworking experience. A maximum number of 4 participants per workshop.

PERTH TASMANIA 2026

Workshop March 6 - 9 Fully Booked

Jimmy Possum Double Seater Chair Workshop 

Jimmy Possum Single Armchair Workshop 
 

Mike fitting the arms to a Bodja Design Chair
NEW BRUNY Island Workshop 2026
We are excited to be taking the workshop to Southern Tasmania. 

Our workshops on North Bruny Island are located near the ferry and Dennes Point.

Double and Single Jimmy Possum Chair Workshop - Fully Booked

North Bruny Island Dates: 13 - 16 March 2026
The Wool Shed, Bull Bay, North Bruny 

 

Jimmy Possum Coarse Costs

The course costs for the 3-4day single armchair Jimmy Possum Chair $1450.

Booking Deposit $300

 

The double seater Jimmy Possum Chair course $1950 for 4 Day tuition. This can be made together as a couple or individually.

Booking Deposit $300


Accommodation is available locally (on the Island) if needed.

Please get in touch for details.  Email - info@bodjadesign.com.au

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BODjA DESiGN chair-making workshops make chairs from salvaged timber with a connection to people, place, and time, using heritage hand tools, in the tradition of Jimmy Possum, a Northern Tasmanian chair maker in the late 1800s.
Sunshine Coast Qld Workshop
Mount Coolum Studio QLD, Dates: August 2026, (Ongoing)
We limit our class size to 4 participants and are happy to provide one-to-one tuition.
Please email for dates, both Jimmy Possum, single armchairs and double seater workshops.
info@bodjadesign.com.au
Ph. 0405993557
Or through our Get In Touch Form
The four-day,  Jimmy Possum, double seater course costs are $1850.
This can be made together as a couple or individually,
Booking Deposit $300

The Single armchair course costs $1250.

Booking Deposit $300

 

Become part of the Jimmy Possum chair making tradition.

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