Real Women Use Tools!

Real Women Use Tools!

$60 class, 2-3 hours

in Austin, Texas

Have you been wanting to learn to use tools and be more handy around the house? Maybe you want to learn about hanging framed art on the wall, or how to install hook racks, or wall-mounted shelving? Come to this all-women workshop for a fun, interactive, safe, and supportive environment. You will get lots of hands-on practice using screwdrivers, hammers, mallets, levels, pliers, wrenches, utility knives and drills.

No “mansplaining”

In this class, we experiment. We try different things. We make mistakes and make holes in pieces of drywall. It’s fun, and challenging, and adventurous! Best of all, you get to do all of this without feeling self-conscious, without any eye-rolling by your significant other, and without any “mansplaining!”

When practicing with cordless drills, it helps to have a piece of drywall. That way, you can see what happens to wall anchors on the usually invisible back side, as they are drilled on the front side!

At the DIY Hand Tools For Professional Organizers session at the 2018 NAPO National conference, organizers practice installing a small hook rack.

Details?

Contact me at 512-585-9836 for dates and times. Groups and individual classes available. We’ll have fun! And make lots of noise!  Ear plugs and dust masks will be provided. You may bring your own food and drinks to the class.  We will get dusty from drilling holes into drywall, so dress accordingly.  Wear closed-toed shoes, for safety. You can pay for the class, here, with your payment method of choice. Location will be supplied upon payment.

What will I learn? 

In addition to tool terminology and safe handling practices, you will get hands-on practice with the tools you want to learn most about. This can include:

– using a drill

– the difference between drill bits versus driver bits and how to change them

Raves about Real Women Use Tools!

“My husband and I are new to home ownership and we had zero experience with power drills and wall anchors as such. We attended Carol’s class and it was a life saver. She was very patient in explaining how everything works starting from a very basic level and answered all the questions we had. I even reached out to her a few times after the class with more questions while we were doing installations around the house and she answered all those questions in detail. She even provided links and info about where to find stuff that we needed for our decor specifically. Overall, Carol and her class were amazing and we definitely came out on the other side very satisfied and more knowledgeable. Now I/we can use a power drill with confidence!” – Priyanka S.

“My sister, cousin and I took a Real Women Use Tools workshop with Carol and it was one of the best workshops I’ve ever been to!! Before the class, I was very wary of doing any handy things around the house including hanging heavy items and using a drill. There was a lot of laughter during the class as we practiced on real drywall and studs and learned so many useful tips and tricks. Carol is an excellent teacher & a delight to learn from. I now feel confident and empowered to hang and install anything in my home! I’m so glad a class like this exists – I highly recommend working with Carol and attending this workshop.”☺️ Teresa D.

“Carol’s ‘Real Women Use Tools’ class was so much fun! I grew up using tools with my Dad, so I feel quite comfortable with a range of tools, but even with my familiarity I found a lot of value in Carol’s class. All of my drywall anchoring experience has been “self-directed,” and some of the more complex, heavy-duty anchors have intimidated me, so it was nice to have the opportunity to practice on a real piece of drywall, and then be able to look at the back side and see what’s going on behind the wall. It was also really uplifting to see other women who aren’t as comfortable with tools getting some hands-on experience and gaining confidence in their newfound skills. I highly recommend ‘Real Women Use Tools’!” – Catherine

“I recently attended Carol’s “Real Women Use Tools!” workshop and it did not disappoint.  Carol is very patient and does a great job explaining.  She allows the participants to practice and get real, hands-on practice in a safe and informative environment.”  – Jenny Creath

“Carol – it was most definitely worth the weekend road trip from Houston to attend your Real Women Use Tools class! It was informative, fun, and motivating. A great way to get hands-on experience. Thank you for sharing your expertise!” – Dena Wilson

“Thank you so much Carol Jones!  Because of your class I am now confident in using a power drill and command strips among other things… this is a only a fraction of what I have been doing since taking your class so I thank you IMMENSELY ! I really did not even know the difference between a drill bit and a screwdriver bit.  Also, I appreciate the trials & errors you shared with us of past installation experiences.  Thank you again!!!”  – Sally Grayum

“Carol’s “Real Women Use Tools” workshop was such a fun way to learn how to use tools. I had a little bit of knowledge but was always intimidated to use a power drill. What was so helpful to me was the different tools available to hang pictures depending on the size and weight of the picture. Now I have the confidence to hang pictures at a client’s home.  Thanks so much Carol!” – Lita Daniel

“Real women use tools! What a great course offering by organizer extraordinaire Carol Jones. Carol is my first call whenever I need help making space at home more efficient. I think this is an inspired idea to help women feel more confident and self reliant in any situation.” – Heather McKissick