Building It Better NI

28/10/2026

Our women-only DIY workshops help you build practical skills and the confidence to tackle those jobs around your home.

Never used a drill? You’re welcome here. Ask questions, get hands-on and learn alongside other women in a friendly, supportive space.

No previous experience needed - just a willingness to give it a go!

📍 Workshops across Northern Ireland.

Find your local course and book your place:
https://bit.ly/4sceOxf

20/10/2026

ATTENTION WOMEN OF CARRICKFERGUS!!!
It's official, we're coming to Carrickfergus! Ready to build your confidence with tools and take on projects at home? This hands-on course is perfect for beginners! Book now before spots fill up!

📍 Location: Carrickfergus
📅 Date: Thursdays 5th 12th 19th & 26th of November
🕙 Time: 6PM
Price: £180

What You'll Learn
✅ All tools & materials provided
✅ Learn to use drills & power tools
✅ Mark, measure & saw like a pro
✅ Hang shelving, curtain poles & wall panelling
✅ Make your own tool box and so much more!

📞 Call to secure your spot: 07455 843772
💬 Or just message us here on Facebook!
🌐 Book Now: https://buildingitbetterni.com/events/

Please Note: This course spans over four days.
Taught by women, for women. No pressure. No jargon.

20/10/2026

🎄🪚 MAKE IT A HANDMADE CHRISTMAS! 🪚🎄

Join Building It Better NI for our Christmas woodworking class and turn beautiful hardwood into three gorgeous creations:

🧀 A square hardwood cheese board with handles — ready for your festive cheese spread!
🕯️ A hardwood and copper oil burner with a clear Pyrex glass bowl.
🍻 A hardwood magnetic bottle opener — perfect for Christmas entertaining!

Make them as thoughtful gifts or keep them for yourself… we won’t judge! 😉

Enjoy some festive cheer, learn practical skills and discover the satisfaction of saying, “I made that!” ✨

No woodworking experience needed — we’ll guide you step by step. Come along with a friend or join us on your own for some creative Christmas time. ❤️

💬 Message us for dates, locations, prices and booking details.

18/10/2026

Another great weekend and another great group of women. Thank you to the hub unit T for letting us use your great space.

Can't wait to see what these women get up to with their new skills.

11/10/2026

🚨 October isn't over yet... There's still time to learn a new skill! 🔨🍂
If you've been thinking about joining one of our Women Only DIY workshops, now is the perfect time. We still have places available on a selection of our October courses, but they're filling quickly.

📅 Remaining October Courses

📍 DIY Newcastle
🗓️ 17th & 18th October

📍 DIY Plumbing Lisburn
🗓️ 17th & 18th October

📍 DIY East Belfast
🗓️ 24th & 25th October (Fully Booked)

📍 DIY Dungannon
🗓️ 31st October & 1st November

📍 DIY Plumbing Banbridge
🗓️ 31st October & 1st November

🌙 Evening Courses

📍 DIY North Belfast
🗓️ 15th & 22nd October

📍 Men's DIY Newtownabbey (Our first ever Men's DIY Course!)
🗓️ 22nd & 29th October, continuing 5th & 12th November

Whether you've never picked up a drill before or simply want to become more confident tackling jobs around the house, our workshops are designed to give you practical skills in a relaxed, supportive environment. 💛

Don't wait until next year to start learning. Join hundreds of people across Northern Ireland who are discovering just how rewarding DIY can be.

👉 Book your place today before the remaining October courses fill up!
If you have any questions about booking a course drop us a DM!

09/10/2026

A massive well done to our amazing ladies who are now halfway through their Evening DIY Course in north belfast 👏💕

What a fantastic group of women! It’s brilliant to see their confidence growing each week as they learn new skills, get hands-on with the tools and prove just what they’re capable of! 🔨🪚

The progress they’ve made already is fantastic, and we’re so proud of every single one of them! ❤️

Keep up the amazing work, ladies! Looking forward to seeing what you all achieve over the next few weeks! 🌟

Empowering women, one tool at a time! 💪

09/10/2026

Think our DIY workshops aren't for you? Think again. 💛
Our workshops are designed for every woman, whether you've never picked up a drill before or you're simply looking to build your confidence around the home.

They're perfect if you:

✔️ Have little or no DIY experience 🛠️
✔️ Want to stop relying on others for everyday jobs
✔️ Are buying your first home or renovating
✔️ Want to learn practical, lifelong skills
✔️ Love the idea of learning in a supportive, women-only environment

There's no pressure, no silly questions and no experience needed. Just friendly, hands-on learning, plenty of encouragement and a room full of women cheering each other on. ❤️

You'll leave with practical skills, new confidence and the belief that you really can do it yourself.
Join one of our upcoming workshops and see why so many women are discovering just how capable they are.

👉 Book your place today - Link In BIO

09/10/2026

08/10/2026

For the first time ever, we're launching a Men's DIY Course! 🔨
After receiving so many enquiries over the past year, we've decided to trial our very first men's course, taking place in Newtownabbey.

📍 Unit 1, C Ferguson Centre, 57-59 Manse Rd, Glengormley, BT36 6RW
🗓️ 22nd & 29th October | 5th & 12th November
🌙 Evening Course

Whether you're a complete beginner or you've always wanted to become more confident tackling jobs around the house, this course is designed to teach practical DIY skills in a relaxed, supportive environment.

This is something completely new for us, and we're excited to see where it goes.
If you've been waiting for the chance to learn practical DIY skills, now's the time!

Ladies...Tell your husbands, boyfriends and brothers!

👉 Book your place today before the course fills.

05/10/2026

🏡 Practical Skills You'll Use For Life