Christmas Craft Workshops

Below are a selection of Christmas craft workshops that we have run previously. We can run any of these workshops at locations around the UK for private groups of 6 or more interested in a craft party. We are also happy to organise bespoke workshops, including event drop in stations, if you have a craft idea in mind. Discounts are available for large groups. Email us if you would like more information.

Origami Star Garlands

2 hrs, £25 per person

Join us for a fun papercraft workshop to make Christmas origami stars. During the session you will learn how to fold five-pointed stars from pretty, plain and patterned paper in a variety of sizes. These can then be strung together to make a Christmas garland, used to decorate presents and cards, or be made into decorations for your home. They also make lovely gifts for friends and family.

All equipment and materials will be provided, including our specially designed kit containing all you need to make different sized star garlands. You will also receive a link to our origami star video tutorial to continue creating at home after the workshop.

Papercut Christmas Lanterns

2 1/2 hours, £25 per person

Join us for a fun, informative workshop learning how to make a papercut lantern.

During the session you will learn how to cut safely but effectively, gain some useful tips and try using different kinds of papers. Then, after practising, you will apply your new found knowledge and skills to make a lantern using one of our templates or even your own design.

This workshop is perfect for beginners to papercutting. All equipment and materials will be provided.

Stamp Carving

2 1/2 hours, £25 per person

Join us for a fun, informative workshop learning how to make stamps.

During the session you will learn how to use lino cutting tools safely, but effectively, to carve stamps from your own designs or using one of our templates. These stamps can then be used with ink pads to print cards, gifts tags and wrapping paper, or for scrap booking and journaling.

This workshop is perfect for beginners to lino cutting and/or stamping. All equipment and materials will be provided.

Christmas crackers

2 1/2 hours, £25 per person

Join us for a workshop to make a set of personalised Christmas crackers to adorn your festive table.

We use recycled Kraft cracker boards and you will be shown different ways of decorating them including plastic-free options. The boards can be decorated using festive patterned paper, stamps, pens or left blank, and then be embellished with pretty raffia, ribbons and trimmings. Choose a style and make a set, or mix and match as you wish!

Jokes and hats* will also be provided. Please bring any additional mini gifts that you would like to put inside. Chocolates are always a popular option!

*Paper hats are included, however there is also the option of joining our reusable felt Christmas hats workshop.

During the workshop you will be provided with resources to make a set of 6 crackers. If you would like to make more, additional crackers can be added at a cost of £2.50 each by emailing us at least 2 weeks prior to the event.

Reusable Christmas Hats

2 hours, £15 per person

Join us for a workshop to make a set of six reusable felt hats. Felt hats are a great alternative to paper hats as they can be reused for many Christmases to come.

During the workshop you will be shown how to construct the hats and then be able to choose from a range of colours of felt and various haberdashery items for decoration. Choose a style and make a matching set, or mix and match as you wish!

Papercraft Christmas Decorations

Full day, £40 per person

Join us for a fun papercraft workshop to make Christmas decorations. During the session you will be introduced to different techniques including origami, book paper folding and using paper strips.

In the morning you will learn how to make an angel, a bauble and a star. Then after lunch there will be an opportunity to make more of your favourite decoration or to try out even more different ones!

All equipment and materials will be provided. Please bring a packed lunch.

Christmas Papercraft Baubles

2 1/2 hours, £25 per person

Join us for a fun papercraft workshop to make Christmas baubles. During the course you will learn how to make two (or more!) different types of bauble using a selection of Christmas-themed papers and decorate them with beads, ribbon or twine. They will make a great addition to your festive decor, or lovely gifts for friends and family.

All equipment and materials will be provided.

Christmas Papercraft Stars

2 1/2  hours, £25 per person

Join us for a fun papercraft workshop to make Christmas stars. During the course you will be introduced to different techniques including origami and weaving paper strips. You will learn how to make three (or more!) different types of stars that can be used to decorate presents or as decorations for your Christmas tree and dining table. They also make lovely gifts for friends and family.

All equipment and materials will be provided.

Pompom Wreaths

3 hours, £30 per person

Join us for a fun workshop to make a pompom wreath for Christmas. During the course you will be introduced to different tools and techniques for making pompoms and be shown how to make several styles and sizes of wreath. You will then choose your wool colours and make your pompoms, before assembling them into your final creation.

All equipment and materials will be provided, however if you have a favourite wool, ribbon or other decorations that you would like to incorporate into your wreath, feel free to bring them along.

What our students say...

"I loved this workshop! It was very festive, a beautiful location, very helpful tuition and a lovely friendly welcoming atmosphere. Thank you very much"

Liz (Christmas Crackers)

"Really enjoyable afternoon making paper stars. Laura was so patient and helpful and I was delighted with the results. Lots of follow on information as well."

Sarah (Papercraft Christmas Stars)

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