In this story:
- 1. A pottery class at their local studio
- 2. A wine-tasting experience
- 3. An international cooking class
- 4. A beekeeping workshop
- 5. Romantic ring-making
- 6. A snappy photography workshop
- 7. A barista or latte art class
- 8. A gardening class for greenies
- 9. A glass-blowing workshop
- 10. A viral paint your partner moment
Couple Christmas gifts are some of the toughest presents to find, hands down. Unlike “normal” gift-giving, Xmas gifts for couples need to please not one but two very different people. It’s a tricky business. And it gets even trickier for the couple who have everything.
Fortunately, after eight years in the gifting game, we know a thing or two about the kind of Christmas presents couples love to receive (spoiler alert: you won’t find them in any shop.) Yep, we're talking about experience gifts. Experiences like cooking classes, pottery workshops and painting courses give the couple who have everything a useful present, where they can create meaningful memories they’ll treasure forever (cue romance.)
1. A pottery class at their local studio
This hands-on experience allows couples to tap into their creative side, craft a special ceramic piece and soak up some quality time together. With studios in Sydney, Melbourne and all around Australia, the lucky pair can head to their local studio and learn to make a cup, mug, bowl, or plate in just a few hours. The most popular pottery classes for couples include:
- Clay hand-building – The perfect Christmas gift for couples who like to keep it casual and have a bit of fun.
- Wheel throwing – The ideal Xmas gift idea for those who enjoy a challenge and don’t mind getting messy.
- Clay and sip – Fun, light-hearted, and social, clay and sip classes are the perfect combination of conversation and craft.
For something a little different, we like this clay sculpture workshop in Sydney, where couples can sculpt each other. It’s super cute and memorable.
“My partner and I did this class for our anniversary! The activity was very fun, and Irina was such an excellent and very friendly instructor. She helped us make a memento that we will have for years to come. Highly recommend!” - Jana C.
2. A wine-tasting experience
Wine and cheese? Yes, please. Treat the dynamic duo to an indulgent day out with a wine and cheese tasting, distillery tour or gin-making experience. Whether it’s a full-day tour in the beautiful Barossa Valley or an inner-city experience at a Sydney distillery, they’ll love sipping on Australia’s best alcoholic beverages. Want to go the extra mile? Offer to be their designated driver so they can sip, slurp and stir to their hearts’ content. Surely that’s one of the top Christmas gifts for couples – ever.
3. An international cooking class
Calling all foodies! If you’re whipping up a Christmas gift for a couple that loves to eat, you can’t go wrong with a cooking class. Whether your favourite pair likes to cook at home, find the best cheap eats around town, or dine in Australia’s finest restaurants, they’ll love the chance to learn some impressive new recipes together.
Treat them to an Asian-inspired evening with a sushi-making, dumpling-making or a Thai street food experience. Whisk them away to Europe with an Italian cooking class (burrata and bubbles, anyone?) or a masterclass on the art of fine French cuisine. No matter their location, dietary requirements or experience level, there’s a cooking class for every type of cuisine and every kind of couple. They’ll head home with heaps of new skills and, more importantly, some unforgettable memories courtesy of you and your excellent gift-giving abilities. Explore our most popular cooking classes and discover more mouth-watering Christmas gifts for couples. Yes, chef!
4. A beekeeping workshop
For nature-loving couples, a beekeeping workshop lets them get up close and personal with the wild world of winged insects. Safely dressed and supervised by an expert, they’ll get hands-on experience with hive management and honey extraction (and they might even take home a jar of the sweet stuff.) We’ll be the first to admit that a beekeeping workshop is an unexpected gift, but that’s what makes it one of the best Christmas presents for couples. For anyone interested in conservation, sustainability or permaculture, it’s a bee-autiful experience they’ll remember forever.
5. Romantic ring-making
Looking for something swoon-worthy? The gift of a ring-making class is worth its weight in gold. Rather than buying pre-made jewellery, your favourite pair can design and make their own bespoke rings, creating a sentimental piece they’ll treasure for years to come. We guarantee they’ll cherish both their handiwork and the intimate moments they spent together.
ClassBento community member AJ and her husband made rings to celebrate their 10-year wedding anniversary.
“It was a fantastic experience and something to treasure.”
Sounds like we’re onto a winning gift idea.
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6. A snappy photography workshop
Know a couple who loves to capture every moment? Maybe their phones are full of selfies from their recent holidays or date night? Treat them to a professional photography workshop so they can learn to take next-level photos while exploring some of Australia’s most picturesque locations. Whether it’s nature photography, urban landscapes, or portraits, they’ll finish the class with pro-level skills and some stunning photos to immortalise their experience. We love this Christmas gift for couples as it’s a hobby they can finesse long after the workshop is over.
7. A barista or latte art class
Whether it’s a homemade latte or a V60 from their favourite cafe, catching up over a cup of coffee is a non-negotiable for many couples. So why not lean into their love of all things caffeine and spoil them with a coffee class? For couples who like their coffee smooth and creamy, a barista class or latte art lesson will go down a treat. And for those who think coffee is best served black, a home-brewing workshop is the crème de la crème of cool gifts for couples. They’ll learn to brew the juiciest beverages in town while soaking up some time in each other’s company.
8. A gardening class for greenies
For couples with green thumbs, a plant-related workshop will push you to the top of their list of most-loved people. Indoor plant parents will appreciate a kokedama, bonsai or terrarium workshop, while outdoorsy folk will prefer a gardening masterclass, mushroom-growing workshop or a vertical garden class. Whether they live in an urban area with limited space or have a sprawling backyard, there are plenty of Xmas gift ideas to suit your favourite greenies.
9. A glass-blowing workshop
A glass-blowing workshop is one of the best Christmas presents for couples who love a bit of adventure. Working with an open flame, they’ll mould molten glass into an incredible object of their choosing. From a delicate vase to a quirky keepsake, they’ll learn to sculpt and blow glass in a safe and supervised environment. This one-of-a-kind Xmas gift idea for couples is an experience they’ll never forget. (And one they’ll want to repeat!)
Give the gift of glass-blowing
10. A viral paint your partner moment
When you’re wondering what to get a couple for Christmas, the best gift is the ultimate date night. And what’s more fun than painting each other like one of your French girls? Disclaimer: It may not go as well as it did in Titanic, but we guarantee a night of crazy laughter. This is one of those creative gifts for non-creative folk. In fact, the worse they are at art, the funnier (and more memorable) it gets! Try it for the couple in your life, and they may end up having as much fun as fellow ClassBento artist Bonnie T. did at this paint your partner class in Melbourne:
“What a wonderful date night idea. Lots of fun and a great way to express your artistic flair. Our teacher, Lily, was awesome and very helpful. Would recommend!”
If anything, the holiday season reminds us that it’s not about what we have in life, but how we experience life (and with whom) that matters most. This Christmas, treat your favourite duo to the only gift that keeps on giving: an unforgettable experience.
