Who we are
Nail It DIY CIC runs practical workshops for women, by women. Scroll for new dates.
We run short, hands-on sessions covering essential home maintenance, basic tool skills and more — all in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment. There’s no such thing as a silly question — if you’re thinking it, someone else probably is too.
We’re a Community Interest Company (CIC), which means everything we do is focused on community impact, not profit. Our aim is to empower women with practical skills, build confidence, and create a welcoming space to learn together.
We’re also working with local councils and partners to remove barriers and widen access, so more women can benefit from learning skills that make a real difference in everyday life.
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Who we are
Helping women feel confident tackling every day DIY.
Nail It DIY was founded by Sarah and Justine to help women feel more confident tackling DIY. Sarah is a fully qualified electrician who brings real trade knowledge and practical expertise to every session. Justine brings over 20 years of experience running fun, hands-on workshops that make learning new skills feel relaxed and achievable. Together they combine professional skills with a friendly, supportive approach to make DIY more accessible — and a lot less intimidating.
We currently run two workshops: DIY One and Home Maintenance. Both are standalone sessions, so you don't need to take them in a particular order. They're designed with beginners in mind and some people choose to book both, bring a packed lunch and make a day of it.
DIY One | WHAT TO EXPECTDIY One (£98) takes the core skills you may have already learnt in our tasters (not required!) and elevates them to the next level. DIY One is designed to give you real confidence using the most common tools you'll encounter at home - safely, correctly, and without fear. You'll learn how a combi drill works (including drill bits, settings and what they mean) and practice drilling and cutting into materials like wood, plastic, plasterboard and metal. You'll also be introduced to a range of power tools - including SDS drills, impact drivers, multitools, sanders, jigsaws and a chop saw - with supervised, hands-on use, so you can understand what each tool is for and when you'd reach for it. Alongside this, we cover essential hand tools and accuracy skills such as measuring, marking up, levelling, fixing and fastening, as well as what to do if something goes wrong, so you can leave with a solid foundation you can apply to everyday DIY jobs at home. Please note: course content may vary slightly from session to session. |
Home Maintenance | WHAT TO EXPECTHome Maintenance (£120) focuses on the practical jobs that keep a home running - starting with basic electrical tasks. You'll learn how to safely turn off your power, change light switches, socket faceplates, basic pendants, dimmer switches and USB sockets, and when you need to call an electrician. Beyond electrics, the workshop covers key basic plumbing and household maintenance skills, including bleeding radiators, basic tap changes and U-bends. We also look at practical home repairs such as replacing door handles, adjusting kitchen unit hinges, repairing stud walls and filling holes properly, sealant guns, and multimeters - giving you the confidence to tackle common problems and to know your limits. Please note: course content may vary slightly from session to session. |
Upcoming events
Discover your confidence in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Sunday 10th May 09:30-13:00 | Calcot - DIY One FULLY BOOKED - JOIN WAITLIST |
Sunday 10th May 14:00-17:30 | Calcot - Home Maintenance FULLY BOOKED - JOIN WAITLIST |
Sunday 24th May 09:30-13:00 | Pangbourne - DIY One FULLY BOOKED - JOIN WAITLIST |
Sunday 24th May 14:00-17:30 | Pangbourne - Home Maintenance FULLY BOOKED - JOIN WAITLIST |
Saturday 6th June 10:00-13:30 | Henley on Thames - DIY One |
Saturday 6th June 14:30-18:00 | Henley on Thames - Home Maintenance |
Saturday 20th June 15:00-17:00 | Thatcham - Taster £49 FULLY BOOKED - JOIN WAITLISTPossible AM session to be added - join waitlist to be kept in the loop. |
Saturday 20th June 10:00-13:30 | Sutton Courtenay - DIY One |
Saturday 20th June 14:30-18:00 | Sutton Courtenay - Home Maintenance |
Saturday 4th July 10:15-13:45 | Chineham - DIY One |
Saturday 4th July 14:30-18:00 | Chineham - Home Maintenance |
Sunday 5th July 10:45-14:15 | Wokingham - DIY One - SELLING FAST! |
Sunday 5th July 15:15 - 18:45 | Wokingham - Home Maintenance |
Sunday 19th July 10:00-13:30 | Brimpton - DIY One |
Sunday 19th July 14:30-18:00 | Brimpton - Home Maintenance |
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