In this story:
- Why crafting is the ultimate silly-season catch-up
- Arrange festive florals with an Aussie twist
- Make your own ornaments and cards
- Candles, soaps and scents of the season
- Gingerbread, sweets and festive drinks
- Get hands-on with summer-friendly homewares
- Terrariums and kokedama classes for green thumbs
- Kid-friendly and multi-generational fun
- The gift that keeps giving
Round up your crew and dive into Christmas activities in Sydney that spark connection and creativity! From ornament decorating to native wreaths and eco-friendly wrapping, it’s relaxed, it’s social and you walk away with keepsakes you actually want to keep.
Whether you’re planning a friends’ catch-up, a family afternoon or a team bonding session, crafty Christmas activities are a golden ticket to making memories. And the easiest way to find the perfect one to try? Explore hundreds of creative experiences across the city, all designed to make group bookings a breeze.
Why crafting is the ultimate silly-season catch-up
There’s something magical about making things together. It slows everyone down, sparks conversation and gives even the shyest friend a reason to lean in. You’re not just ‘having drinks,’ you’re building wreaths, painting ornaments or icing gingerbread while swapping stories. Plus, you get the double win of handmade gifts or décor.
If you’re hosting, themed crafts mean your place will look like a Pinterest board without the late-night hot glue gun sessions. Plus, many of our experiences are BYO-friendly too, so you can pour a spritz, set out a cheese board and keep the vibe relaxed and easygoing.
Arrange festive florals with an Aussie twist
Wreath making classes are an instant crowd-pleaser, especially with native blooms. In Sydney, you’ll find floristry workshops that lean into eucalyptus, billy buttons and banksia for a modern, scented spin on tradition. The beauty of working with natives is durability—they last longer in the summer heat and dry beautifully. You can also swap wreaths for centrepiece classes and learn how to style a long, low arrangement for your Christmas table.
Top tip: This class is perfect for a pre-lunch activity before you head off to admire the Martin Place tree or wander the markets at The Rocks.
Make your own ornaments and cards
Want to decorate your tree with pieces that actually tell a story? Try festive ornament workshops where you can paint ceramic baubles, shape air-dry clay miniatures or even fuse glass for sparkling keepsakes. Many of these are family-friendly, so kids can get in on the fun and add their names or date, making instant heirlooms.
If you’re a paper lover, consider a watercolour Christmas card class or modern calligraphy session. You’ll walk out with gorgeous custom cards, hand-lettered gift tags and the confidence to write something heartfelt (and legible) on every present. Most of our sessions are beginner-friendly, so even your ‘I can’t draw a stick figure’ mate will feel right at home.
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Candles, soaps and scents of the season
If your crew loves a cosy vibe, a candle making workshop ticks all the right boxes. You’ll choose eco-friendly waxes and festive fragrance blends—think citrus, pine or spicy chai—and pour your own candles in pretty vessels that make beautiful gifts.
Soap classes are surprisingly addictive too; you’ll swirl colours, add botanicals and learn about skin-loving oils. Arrive with a tote bag because you’ll be leaving with a haul. Not only do these Sydney Christmas crafts smell incredible, but they’re practical, planet-friendly alternatives to mass-produced stocking stuffers.
We recommend… booking a morning session and swinging by a harbourside spot after to show off your creations over lunch.
Gingerbread, sweets and festive drinks
Edible crafts are the secret sauce of a great Christmas hangout. Gingerbread house decorating is a riot (equal parts architecture and sugar-fuelled laughter) while cookie piping classes will upgrade your icing game just in time for gifting.
For adults, add a cocktail or mocktail class to the mix. Our Sydney bartending workshops help you make fresh and summery drinks to enjoy and savour. Book a package that pairs a cocktail making session with nibbles and you’ve got an effortless office party alternative.
Get hands-on with summer-friendly homewares
If you’re hosting this season, a DIY serving board or coaster workshop is a clever move. Resin art classes let you pour beachy blues and pearly whites onto cheeseboards or trays (very Sydney, very chic). Or learn how to make alcohol ink coasters to add a pop of colour to your coffee table, or personalise your own grazing boards with names or dates at a wood burning workshop.
Prefer clay? Head to one of our ceramics classes in Sydney where you hand-build candle holders, platters or little trinket dishes. Many studios fire your pieces and arrange pickup later, so plan a follow-up gelato date in Newtown or a sunset stroll at Barangaroo when it’s time to collect them.
Terrariums and kokedama classes for green thumbs
For a gift that grows, go green. Terrarium workshops are like building tiny rainforests in a glass jar—low-maintenance, lush and a hit with plant newbies. On the other hand, Kokedama (Japanese moss balls) are equally beautiful to make; you can suspend them for a floating garden effect or perch them in a bowl as a centrepiece.
For mobile Christmas parties… Check for instructors if you want to host at home or in the office—many makers can bring everything to you, from soil to scissors.
Kid-friendly and multi-generational fun
If you’ve got a mixed-age crew, choose a workshop with lots of textures and instant play and fun. Bath bomb making, cookie decorating, Christmas cracker crafting and simple ornament painting are all kid-approved. Our teachers are pros at guiding beginners and helping people of all ages enjoy learning a new skill in a fun and friendly environment.
Tip: Book a morning session to dodge the heat, then cool off at a harbour pool or grab a ferry ride to the beach. Christmas in Sydney is the perfect excuse to turn a craft class into a day out.
The gift that keeps giving
Not sure what your group will love? A ClassBento gift card lets everyone pick their own festive fun, from pottery to perfume blending, and it works year-round. It’s a thoughtful option for Friendmas gatherings or fun Christmas activities to do with your family. And if you’re organising a team event, our corporate-friendly options make life easy, with private sessions and customisable formats, including online or hybrid experiences for distributed teams.
This Christmas, trade the shopping centre scramble for laughter, paint-splattered aprons and the quiet joy of making something with your loved ones. Sydney is bursting with creative studios, talented makers and summery inspiration—just add our lineup of workshops to the mix, and you’ve got everything you need to craft a season that feels like you.
Runs regularly
Marrickville
1 to 16 guests
$150 - $230
5 years in business
