Tap Into Your Creative Juices
Whether you're a Singaporean or a visitor, we say it's time to ditch the mundane for a paintbrush or clay or sewing needles. Whether you're a watercolour expert or a resin newbie, there's a workshop waiting for you in this vibrant city. At the end of it, you get to walk away with your self-created masterpiece and a super fun story to share - either way, rest assured that it's a fab use of your time. Here's a list of the bests that we've curated for you.
Pottery Class
Pottery is the art of creating functional and/or decorative objects from clay. It involves shaping the clay on a potter's wheel (or sometimes even by hand), then firing it in a kiln to harden it. In this beginner-friendly pottery class you can unleash your inner artist by diving into hand-building techniques like sculpting with slabs, pinching shapes, coiling clay, and rolling it smooth.
Ceramic Workshop
Ceramic making involves, shaping the clay with your hands using various techniques, and firing in a kiln to harden the clay and transform it into a strong, durable ceramic object. Local ceramicist, Agnes Lim, teaches this art and you can explore your creativity in hand-building with porcelain under her expert guidance in her cosy home studio.
Kids' Pottery Workshop
Your child's imagination will run wild in this 1.5-hour mini pottery adventure. With a friendly potter guiding them every step of the way, they'll get to mould and shape their own lumps of clay into whatever their creative minds can dream of. It's a fun, hands-on way to develop their creativity and motor skills.
Kintsugi Workshop
Embrace imperfection with Kintsugi, the amazing Japanese art of mending broken pottery with gold. This 2-hour beginner's workshop delves into the beauty and philosophy of Kintsugi. Here, under the watchful eye of experienced instructors, you'll embark on your own Kintsugi journey. You'll carefully break (yes!) a ceramic piece and then meticulously mend it applying gold lacquer, and take home the resulting beauty.
Terrarium Workshop
In recent times, terrarium-making has blossomed into a popular art form. At The Mossiah's terrarium workshop you'll meet passionate plant whisperers specialising in preserved moss, transforming it into stunning, biophilic art pieces. You'll learn the secrets of moss preservation and how to identify different types. Then, the fun part - crafting your own terrarium masterpiece using Bokkusu's sleek terrarium kits to create modern twists on the classic terrarium.
Candle Making Workshop
This is not just a candle making workshop, it's a journey of self-discovery! "More Than Candle Making" by Ao Singapore and SainouSpace uses scent to spark memories and ignite your inner world. Here, you can explore the power of fragrance, create personalised day and night candles, and unwind with guided candle-making with refreshments.
Leather Crafting
Leather crafting is the art of transforming leather into beautiful objects. Artisans use techniques like cutting, stitching, dyeing, and tooling to create a range of items, from wallets, belts, bags and even coasters. You can experience this surge of creativity at Singapore's vibrant Haji Lane, at Crafune's Melanie Bag workshop. It's all about that DIY fun here. You may even embed personal touches by adding a name or more.
Ring Making Workshop
The art of ring making is an age-old craft that combines precision with creativity. Ring-makers transform metals like gold, silver, platinum and even copper into stunning rings. The metal goes through various processes like shaping, soldering, and polishing, all to create a beautiful piece. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll experience the joy of ring-making under expert guidance.
Mandala String Art Workshop
If you're looking to tap into your inner peace creatively, this workshop is for you. Ever heard of mandalas…those beautiful circular artworks? Here, you'll be diving into the world of mandalas with strings. This meditative process combines making geometric patterns with colourful threads, creating mandalas you can proudly display.
Paper Marbling Workshop
Paper marbling is an art form that creates gorgeous patterns on paper. Colourful inks are floated on a water base, then carefully manipulated to form swirling designs. The resulting artwork is always unique, with organic shapes and vibrant colours reminiscent of marbled stone. You'll learn how to capture aqueous designs on pieces of paper and even take home your work of art.
Batik Painting Workshop
Batik is a specialised Indonesian dying technique where cloth is treated with wax and dipped in dyeing baths to create peculiar patterns. At this 3-hour batik painting session, you can enjoy a relaxing space to explore your creativity. For those less confident, the trainer can even pre-draw some motifs for you to paint on.
Sneaker Painting/Decoupage
In this three-hour session, participants have the opportunity to paint or decoupage their own sneakers. Trainers can provide pre-drawn motifs for inspiration, and all necessary materials, including sneakers, disposable aprons, and painting supplies are provided in the studio.
Latte Art Crash Course
Coffee art enthusiasts, this one's for you. Nineteen95's crash course in latte art will transform your cup of coffee into a masterpiece. This fun and informative workshop dives into the secrets of creating barista-worthy latte art. You'll master the three classic shapes – the heart, tulip, and rosetta – through a combination of theory and hands-on practice with microfoam.
Coffee Roasting Workshop
Become a barista with Singapore's one-and-only live coffee roasting experience. This 1.5-hour workshop lets you craft the freshest cup from bean to brew. See a coffee plant up close, then get your hands dirty (literally!) selecting and roasting raw coffee beans over an open flame. Grind your roasted beans the old-fashioned way and experiment with brewing methods alongside the resident barista.
Perfume Workshop & Tour
In this unique workshop, you take a personality quiz and create your own signature scent based on your personality. Your fragrant journey includes the perfume you create to take home, along with an immersive self-guided tour of the perfumery.
Mini Tingkat Painting
Tingkat painting is a unique art form from Singapore that transforms everyday objects into miniature works of art. Traditional tingkat boxes, used for carrying food, become the canvas. Whether you're a trained artist or a beginner, this workshop assures a fun experience.
Resin Cheeseboard Workshop
Are you ready to wow your guests with a dazzling resin crystal cheeseboard? This workshop is perfect for anyone who loves a touch of sparkle. You'll learn the basics of resin art, including expert tips and tricks, and get to experiment with different pouring techniques to create a one-of-a-kind cheeseboard.
Liquid Flow Bear Art
This fun workshop needs zero experience or creativity (seriously, none!). It's the perfect way to create personalised and unique gifts. You'll create a stunning "liquid flow bear" using premium Australian paints. Just pour and watch vibrant colours cascade over your chosen bear size.
Zen Garden Workshop
Escape the city and find your zen at The Sundowner's rooftop oasis! This unique workshop lets you build your miniature zen garden, perfect for bringing a touch of tranquillity into your home. Dive into the philosophy of naturalness and the symbolism behind rocks, bridges, and even the bonsai that will be the centrepiece of your creation.
Sustainable Cooking with DIY Mushroom Kit
This exciting cooking workshop dives into the world of sustainable eating. You'll whip-up delicious Asian mushroom dumplings with a tangy chilli-vinegar sauce, followed by a creative fusion dish – roti prata wrapped with a hearty mushroom ragout. You'll also learn how sustainable mushroom farming helps our planet and take home a DIY mushroom growing kit from a local farm.
Homemade Kimchi Workshop
Learn to cook this fermented flavour-bomb without travelling to Korea! In this hands-on, immersive step-by-step workshop with demonstrations from Chef Yoonsun, you'll become a kimchi expert!
Moss Art
This is the perfect workshop for all nature enthusiasts. The Mossiah, renowned for their breath-taking moss creations, with their creative experts, will teach you to create preserved moss art frames. From design to creation, their team of experts will guide you in crafting a one-of-a-kind piece, perfect for adding a touch of biophilic beauty to your home or as a special gift.
Mini Treehouse Workshop
Channel your inner child and build your dream mini treehouse at this lovely workshop. Sketch out your dream miniature dwelling, then watch it come to life as you meticulously build it by hand. Take your masterpiece home, a constant reminder of your day spent designing and building in a hidden rooftop paradise.
Art-Jamming Workshop
An art-jam session is a great way to bond over paintbrushes and creativity. You simply bring along a photo reference and start painting! This way, you experience the therapeutic effects of painting in an art studio while sipping on complimentary beverages. You also get to keep your artwork!
Ho'oponopono Workshop with Certification
The Hawaiin practice of Ho'oponopono is the technique of forgiveness and more. In this 1.5-hour workshop you'll learn all about Ho'oponopono and be a certified practitioner. The fully-rounded session combines the wisdom of Akashic records, tarot, psychology, biology, physics, NLP, EFT, sound healing and yoga.
Rug Tufting Workshop
At this creative workshop, you get to design your own rug, choosing from a range of sizes: a quick 2-hour session for a 50x50 cm rug, a more in-depth 4-hour session for a 70x70 cm rug, or go big with a luxurious 90x90 cm rug in a 5.5-hour session. All materials are provided, including whopping 62 colours of yarn!
No Better Way to Have Fun: Best Workshops in Singapore
Is there a more fruitful way to relax than a creative workshop? Relax and recreate with a plethora of workshop options in Singapore such as woodworking, soap-making, watercolours, glass-blowing, bookbinding, and several more. You're literally spoilt for choice!