Bring Her Pinterest Board to Life with These Crafty Hens Night Ideas

If she's a Pinterest enthusiast passionate about all things art, craft and creativity, shes' sure to love our creative hens party ideas. Thanks to our curated collection of locally-run workshops and artisan experiences around Australia, it's never been easier to make her last night of singledom one to remember.

Our hens night ideas ensure a ton of laughter among your closest friends while also easing pre-wedding nerves. Enjoy the calming art of watercolour painting to push jitters away, as you immerse yourself in the serene act of applying colour to canvas. Play with clay for a sensory delight, enhanced by a sip or two of your favourite drink!

Best of all, our workshops span Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and more, so there's bound to be an unforgettable adventure nearby. Who needs the stress of travelling when there are guest lists, venues and menus to juggle? Keep reading to discover some of Australia's most exciting hens night ideas in 2024—they’re so good, the boys might want to join too!

9 hens party ideas for arts and crafts lovers

1. Feel like a million dollars with heavenly fragrances

No wedding outfit is complete without a heavenly fragrance to match, so gather your friends for a sensational Sydney perfume making workshop. While the heady aromas of jasmine, bergamot and cedarwood permeate the air, you'll explore the ancient art of blending under the guidance of an experienced perfumer!

The informative session covers perfume’s history, the intricate connection between scents and emotions and layering methods for maximum longevity. There's ample opportunity to experiment with a treasure chest of ingredients and mix a heart-warming tincture that captures your most cherished memories. It's a classy hens party idea for the bride who likes to keep things elegant.

2. Study the ancient Japanese art of mending broken pottery

This beginner's Kintsugi workshop in Sydney encourages students to turn flaws and imperfections into stunning visual centrepieces.

Kintsugi is the ancient Japanese art of mending broken pottery using slivers of lacquer laced with gold, platinum and silver. Not only does it produce glittering criss-cross aesthetics but it's a powerful reminder that broken things are fixable.

Metaphorically, it teaches us an important lesson—in honouring our journey and healing old scars, we create something more unique, beautiful and resilient. What better message to impart to the bride-to-be at her hens celebration before she embarks on the challenging and rewarding journey of marriage?

3. Level up wedding invitations with modern calligraphy

If you're looking for fun things to do in Melbourne, how about a modern calligraphy class? Wedding invitations are much more meaningful when adorned in an elegant cursive script. Calligraphy classes make for hens party ideas that are both practical and fun.

Whimsical wordsmiths release their poetic side by practising brush lettering alongside an expert. The teacher runs through basic strokes for lower and upper-case letters, writing with a pointed pen and how to prepare and care for nibs. Explore a range of styles to find your individuality!

4. Make dazzling floral bridal accessories

Picture this—floating down the aisle wearing an exquisite floral halo, delicate carnations complimenting tousled curls or traditional up-dos. Luckily, you can turn these musings into reality with a Brisbane DIY flower crown making workshop.

During the three-hour session, you'll condition, arrange and wire flowers over a delicious grazing box and glass of bubbles to complete the hens party. Foliage is seasonal to keep up with the latest wedding trends, and there's a wealth of fancy embellishments to make accessories fit for brides and bridesmaids! Perfect if you’re searching for creative things to do in Brisbane.

5. Design a gorgeous boho wall hanging for interiors

Australia is home to all things boho, drawing from the abundance of surf, sea and sand. To honour the country's untameable roots, why not try a macrame class in Melbourne? For an Australian hens party idea that is as laidback and down to earth as the Australian bride.

Macrame is a hand-crafting technique that uses knots to form spectacular shapes and patterns. In this class, you'll weave coarse materials like jute, twine and yarn into a stunning wall hanging that'll turn houseguests green with envy.

Unsurprisingly, twisting fabric is thirsty work. Feel free to bring a bottle of your favourite drink to sip while you socialise and put nimble fingers to the test! It’s simply one of the best things to do in Melbourne.

6. Paint and sip a stunning masterpiece

If you can't get away to celebrate her hen do, a paint and sip party is the next best thing. In this Brisbane watercolour workshop, a private paint and sip workshop for you and your friends to enjoy. Gather your paintbrushes and your favourite drinks and get ready to celebrate upcoming nuptials in style!

After a quick demonstration of blending, layering and lifting methods, you'll dive into your very own masterpiece. You can choose a template, recreate a much-loved piece of art or let your imagination run wild – the possibilities are endless.

7. Unwind with wine and handmade pottery

Travel to Perth and hand build pottery in this clay and sip class for hens parties that comes to you. You'll kick-start the night at the venue of your choice with some drinks and nibbles if you'd like (it's a surefire way to unlock your creativity) before moulding a selection of professional-looking ceramics wares.

The best part? This is a mobile pottery class so whether you're throwing a hens party at home, outside in nature or at a fancy venue, you can celebrate where you feel comfortable.

8. Knit a cosy throw for chilly nights and sleepovers

Hens night ideas just got a whole load cosier with this knitting workshop in Perth. You'll design a snug throw perfect for girly sleepovers and learn basic stitches to help you tackle DIY projects at home.

You have ultimate control over the size and colour (the extra-large woolly blanket is best for chillier climates)—no matter what you choose, the instructor is always on-hand to provide comprehensive tuition.

Most importantly, the group walks away with enhanced self-esteem. There's nothing more rewarding than being the family's go-to handywoman and successfully repairing worn-out items.

9. Cook up a feast for a delicious hens party celebration

Going out to dinner may be standard fare for a hens party but what if you and the girls cooked the food yourselves? It's a fun twist on a traditional hens party idea that simply elevates the fun and the bonding! After all, sharing a meal is a classic way for groups to come together and enjoy some fine company.

Whether it's learning to make dumplings and cocktails in Sydney or showing off your culinary prowess at one of our many cooking classes around Australia, there's a cuisine to match anyone's tastes and preferences from plant-based to a BBQ. So for pinterest foodie brides who love aesthetic plating, there's no better way to celebrate.

Kick-start the party with our engaging hens night ideas

We have hundreds of Australian hens night ideas to kick-start an awesome party. If the bride-to-be is passionate about Pinterest, you can't go wrong with our unique arts and crafts classes. With beginner-friendly workshops in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and more, there's no need to travel far and wide. Simply choose one of our hens party ideas and gather your loved ones—we'll take care of the rest.

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