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Christmas Gift Ideas Melbourne
Spoil that special someone in 2026 with our Christmas gift experiences in Melbourne! Whether you’re seeking out presents for couples, gifts for Mum or something for the women who has everything, you can't go wrong with an experience. Forget the shop-bought pressies and warm the hearts of those you love with something they can't throw away. From peaceful pottery classes in Abbotsford to hearty cooking workshops in South Yarra, we have a range of Christmas gifts Melbourne-wide. It's never been easier to find personalised gift ideas and experience presents for all your special people.
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Jewellery Making Class: Silver Ring
4.9 (408)
6 years in business
Melbourne
$145
Tufting Class: Design and Make Your Own Rug
4.9 (640)
6 years in business
Melbourne
$100 - $200
Perfume Making Workshop for Beginners
4.9 (292)
2 years in business
Melbourne
$160
Beginners Wheel Throwing Workshop
4.9 (726)
3 years in business
Pascoe Vale South
$80 - $110
Smoking Meat Masterclass
5.0 (13)
9 years in business
Brunswick
$195
Introduction to Glassblowing Workshop
4.9 (210)
West Footscray
$230 - $250
Glassblowing Workshop: Taster
5.0 (107)
16 years in business
Coburg North
$145
Wheel Throwing Workshop for Beginners
4.9 (966)
4 years in business
Burwood & Brunswick
$110 - $119
Share a Wheel: Pottery for Two Class
4.9 (40)
4 years in business
Braeside
$50 - $65
Dumpling Cooking Class
5.0 (332)
12 years in business
Abbotsford
$159 - $318
Modern Kintsugi Workshop for Beginners
5.0 (210)
2 years in business
Docklands
$100 - $135
Beginners Leadlight Workshop
5.0 (151)
2 years in business
Preston
$195
Beginners Wheel Throwing Workshop: Mud and Merlot
4.9 (235)
4 years in business
Brunswick & Burwood
$129 - $134
Gold or Silver Ring Making Class
4.9 (171)
Fitzroy
$275 - $499
Turkish Lamp Mosaic Class in Melbourne
4.9 (1,615)
Melbourne
$89 - $199
Bonsai Class for Beginners
4.9 (158)
Armadale
/ Mobile
$120
Mindful Pottery Wheel Workshop for Beginners
4.9 (676)
7 years in business
Box Hill South
$99 Now $79
Silver Letter Ring Making Class
5.0 (836)
6 years in business
Melbourne
$200
Private 2 Hour Woodworking Class
5.0 (18)
Heidelberg Heights
$180 - $195
Resin Cheese Board and Sip Class
4.5 (148)
14 years in business
South Melbourne, Altona North & Bentleigh
$125 - $224
Hand Build Your Mug Workshop with Cats
5.0 (27)
Hawthorn East
$60
Pressed Flower Lamp Making Workshop for Beginners
4.9 (38)
Docklands
$125 - $135
Blacksmithing Class for Beginners
5.0 (148)
8 years in business
Cheltenham
$197
Wheel Throwing Workshop with Glaze and Firing
5.0 (115)
7 years in business
Box Hill South
$139 Now $119
Silver or Gold Ring Making Workshop
4.8 (55)
Richmond
$198 - $549
Italian Cooking Class
5.0 (24)
2 years in business
North Melbourne
/ Mobile
$195 - $305
Barista Coffee Making and Latte Art Class
4.9 (264)
North Melbourne
$118
Tea Blending Workshop
5.0 (173)
2 years in business
Abbotsford
$65
Private Wheel Throwing Workshop for Two
5.0 (137)
South Yarra
$150
Spoon Carving Class
5.0 (112)
Coburg North
$130
Fused Glass Vase Workshop
4.9 (259)
Caulfield
$169 - $198
Organic Silver Ring Making Class with Stones
5.0 (103)
7 years in business
Collingwood
$179 - $189
Modern Artistic Kintsugi Technique Workshop: Yobitsugi
5.0 (24)
Docklands
$135
Perfume Making Workshop
5.0 (18)
8k followers
Balwyn
/ Mobile
$119 - $129
Stained Glass Workshop: Leadlight Panel
5.0 (70)
Windsor
$250
Sip and Sculpt Class: Make Quirky Clay Plant Pots
4.5 (202)
14 years in business
Altona North, South Melbourne & Alphington
$65
Immersive Perfume Making Experience
4.9 (329) (host)
Melbourne
$55 - $95
Chocolate Making Workshop
4.8 (126)
9 years in business
Malvern
$179
Gin Making Masterclass
4.9 (148)
11 years in business
North Melbourne
$185
Fluid Art Workshop: Dutch Pouring
4.9 (348)
6 years in business
Richmond
$93
Pizza Masterclass and Lunch: Dough Making
4.9 (267)
Elsternwick & South Yarra
$130
Paint and Sip Class in the Dark©
4.9 (764)
9 years in business
Port Melbourne
$59
Whisky Distillery Tour, Tasting and Cheese
4.9 (17)
4k followers
Somerville
$89
Thai Cooking Class
4.9 (80)
12 years in business
Abbotsford
$207 - $373
Mosaic and Sip Class
5.0 (146)
Caulfield
/ Mobile
$75 - $80
Paint and Sip Class: Painting Partners
4.9 (259)
9 years in business
Port Melbourne
/ Mobile
$59
Wheel Throwing Taster Class: Clay Soirée
4.9 (666)
3 years in business
Abbotsford
$85 - $115
Lampworking Class: Glass Flowers
5.0 (39)
2 years in business
Brunswick
$280
Beginner's Kintsugi Workshop
5.0 (304)
8 years in business
Melbourne
$135
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
4.8 (524)
Richmond
$59 - $129
Two Week Log Stool Making Course
5.0 (46)
12 years in business
Heidelberg Heights
$275 - $295
Kintsugi Class for Beginners
4.6 (8)
4.8 (28) (teacher)
Clifton Hill
$130
Fused Glass Coral Bowl Workshop
4.9 (152)
Caulfield
$155 - $175
Paint and Sip Class: Paint Your Dog
5.0 (96)
9 years in business
Port Melbourne
/ Mobile
$65
DIY Korean Perfume Making Class for Private Groups
5.0 (35)
Docklands
$149
Thai Cooking Master Class: Pad Thai and Green Papaya Salad
4.9 (33)
South Wharf
$119
Splash Paint Workshop
5.0 (79)
25 years in business
West Melbourne
$69
Silver Ring Making Workshop
4.9 (54)
8 years in business
Mount Dandenong
$250
Copper Foil Stained Glass Class for Beginners
5.0 (24)
Windsor
$250
60 Minute Perfume Making Workshop
5.0 (8)
12k followers
Dromana
$85
Spanish Cooking Class
4.9 (53)
2 years in business
North Melbourne
/ Mobile
$175 - $285
Latte Art Class for All Levels
5.0 (153)
Melbourne
$125
Casual Mosaic Class
5.0 (364)
Caulfield
/ Mobile
$69 - $90
Japanese Cooking Class
5.0 (22)
2 years in business
North Melbourne
/ Mobile
$190 - $295
Cocktail Making and Painting Class: Shake, Sip and Paint
4.9 (58)
9 years in business
Port Melbourne
$85
Couples Pottery Workshop
4.9 (11)
Blackburn
$95
Ceramic Paint and Sip Workshop
4.8 (72)
Melbourne
$89 - $119
Vietnamese Cooking Class
4.9 (52)
12 years in business
Abbotsford
$207 - $373
Smartphone Photography Class
4.9 (103)
18 years in business
Melbourne
$99 - $109
Pizza Making Class: Gluten-free and Vegan Available
5.0 (25)
Moonee Ponds
$120 - $199
Paint Your Pet Class
4.9 (215)
Kew
/ Mobile
$85
Mirrorless and Digital SLR Photography Workshop
5.0 (48)
98% recommend (71+)
Melbourne
$170
Looking for more options? Please message us or call us on 0488 839 505, and we'll quickly organise a class for your group
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Sam • Attended Oct 2026
What an enjoyable afternoon! Bought this class as a gift for me and my partner and we had an an absolute blast. We were true beginners and although there is a lot of technical knowledge needed, our teacherWhat an enjoyable afternoon! Bought this class as a gift for me and my partner and we had an an absolute blast. We were true beginners and although there is a lot of technical knowledge needed, our teacher Shane made sure to explain everything at a level we understood and not to overwhelm us. Highly recommend! + more
Cyrus • Attended Oct 2026
Coming to the venue, my expectations were quite low. Boy was I wrong. The whole journey from the welcome to the introduction, the education and the hands on step by step instructions was a symphony ofComing to the venue, my expectations were quite low. Boy was I wrong. The whole journey from the welcome to the introduction, the education and the hands on step by step instructions was a symphony of fun, camaraderie and finally pride in the Terrarium that I had created and could take home with pride. Thank you guys. The best gift I received from my daughter and the best experience ever. + more
Ana • Attended Oct 2026
The Turkish mosaic lamp workshop was very fun. Teacher gave instructions that made sense and were easy to follow. She also gave ideas and told us what we could avoid. The little Turkish snacks were alsoThe Turkish mosaic lamp workshop was very fun. Teacher gave instructions that made sense and were easy to follow. She also gave ideas and told us what we could avoid. The little Turkish snacks were also amazing. It was a gift for me and I would recommend giving this experience as a gift to someone because it was time and money well spent! + more
Lily Havakis • Attended Oct 2026
Phillip was a great teacher. Every step of the dumpling making was well instructed and simple to do. Absolutely delicious dumplings to eat at the end. Such a fun thing to do as a group. The gift cardsPhillip was a great teacher. Every step of the dumpling making was well instructed and simple to do. Absolutely delicious dumplings to eat at the end. Such a fun thing to do as a group. The gift cards were so easy to purchase and then apply to our booking Want to do more! Thanks Phillip ️ + more
Tanya Brooks-Cooper • Attended Sep 2026
You need to get along to this class! Not only do you get to hammer things loudly, you get to take home a special item that will last for ever - for you or as a gift. All those notebooks you haven’t usedYou need to get along to this class! Not only do you get to hammer things loudly, you get to take home a special item that will last for ever - for you or as a gift. All those notebooks you haven’t used will have a home and choosing the bling is the best stress you can have! Gaby is so fun, kind and skilled - you will feel welcome and supported. Take a friend and then do a local lunch - and swiftly head off to your fav stationary stop to fill up your new prize! + more
Moira Walton • Attended Sep 2026
a great experience, Shannon was a fabulous teacher and host, we learnt alot and had fun. we recomend this course, it makes a great gift. The studio has some fantastic resin art and paintings for you to admire.
Juliet Boni • Attended Sep 2026
The teacher was amazing and informative. This is a great gift. My friend and I had an amazing time.
Sharen Vaughan • Attended Sep 2026
Fabulous morning learning and making dumplings. I feel confident to make them at home now and enjoy eating them with family. I would definitely recommend doing this class as Phillip out teacher was terrificFabulous morning learning and making dumplings. I feel confident to make them at home now and enjoy eating them with family. I would definitely recommend doing this class as Phillip out teacher was terrific and all class members enjoyed the day immensely I was given this class as a gift and it was so easy to book and communication before the class was great via email + more
Christmas Experience Gifts & Presents Melbourne
Why experience vouchers make the best gift ideas in Melbourne
Christmas gift experiences in Melbourne are one of 2026's best personalised present ideas, and with our experience vouchers, your loved ones can choose their own adventure – whether that be wheel throwing, wreath making or cocktail shaking! With our unique gift experiences, your giftee can learn a skill or try out a new hobby with an experienced artisan host in their local neighbourhood. With so many options available, you might have a hard time narrowing down the many experience ideas on offer. For this reason, an e gift card is a wonderful idea! From macrame workshops to paint and sip classes to photography and cooking, there are hundreds of experience presents for parents, friends, partners, and coworkers. Give yourself a break from the mad holiday shopping rush and give your loved ones the opportunity to learn something new.
Personalised Christmas gift ideas for your loved ones
Christmas is undoubtedly the biggest time of the year for gift-giving. There’s something so touching about being able to find the perfect present for a loved one and watch their faces light up when they open it. But, in our fast-paced world, it can be hard to take the time to go from store to store looking for the right gift. We find ourselves going to the shopping centre last minute, hoping that we can find unique Christmas presents for the important people in our lives. Thanks to our many amazing Melbourne activities, you can say goodbye to the stressful search for personalised gift ideas for good.
Whether you're looking for gifts for mum or Christmas presents for dad, it's always a challenge to find something for the many different kinds of people in your life. Some people appreciate relaxing and rejuvenating experiences while others want something exciting and fun. Our locally-run workshops in Melbourne have something to offer everyone, making it easier than ever before to get through your shopping list. For your down-to-earth friends, why not treat them to a relaxing eco soy candle making class in West Footscray. For the talented chef in your life, give them the gift of a traditional Thai Cooking Class in Bentleigh. There are even workshops for the little ones like our kid's pottery class in Mordialloc. Take a look at our tempting selection of artist-hosted Melbourne experiences and you’ll be able to check every person off your gift list.
Discover the best Christmas gifts Melbourne-wide
No matter which unique activities in Melbourne you give as Christmas gift experiences, you’ll know that your recipient will be in good hands. Our Melbourne workshops and Christmas class gifts are led by local artisans who know to give your friends and family an unforgettable creative experience. With plenty of classes at different times of the week, even your busiest loved ones will be able to use their experience vouchers at a time that's most convenient for them. There are also private workshops in Melbourne and mobile classes available for even more flexibility. All you have to do is book a class for your loved one, or you can give them a gift card with a dollar amount so that they can decide. Materials are provided so your gift recipients just have to worry about showing up and enjoying the unique DIY Christmas presents you've chosen for them. This year, you can give your friends and loved ones a unique present that is fun and completely unexpected. They’ll have plenty of material presents to open this holiday season, but giving the gift of a workshop will inspire their creative side and be something they remember long after the class is over.
