Paper Craft and Ink classes - Sydney

Slow down, unwind and make something beautiful with our curated collection of paper craft and calligraphy classes in Sydney. Whether you’re looking to learn calligraphy, experiment with brush lettering or keep the little ones busy with easy origami for kids, you’ll find hundreds of Sydney workshops for crafters of all ages. Maybe you’re interested in making DIY Christmas cards, or you've always wanted to take up bullet journaling? Enter your flow state as you get creative with some of Sydney’s most passionate artists. Perfect for hen's party ideas and Mother's Day gifts, our hands-on workshops make for the ultimate crafternoon.

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Some recent reviews for our Paper Craft and Ink classes

Cat Jones

Typewriter Art Workshop

Loved this workshop! Such a joy to immerse in the world of Typewriter Art for an afternoon with Barbara Campbell in her beautiful studio. Am already planning to do it again.

Peter Klostos

Typewriter Art Workshop

Had such a great afternoon with Barbara! Heaps of inspiration and material to reference. Would recommend and go again :) Thanks Barbara ❤️

Paper Craft and Ink workshop review by Peter Klostos

Jacquie Mancy

Lino Printing Workshop for Beginners

I loved this class - the first time I’d done linocut since school. The teachers were so helpful and friendly, we learnt all the basics and had lots of fun. Materials were provided. Highly recommended!

Paper Craft and Ink workshop review by Jacquie Mancy

Alice Young

Bookbinding Course for Beginners

I couldn’t have loved this class more! Isabelle is an amazing teacher - knowledgeable and patient. I love her back story too - all contributing to the experience she shares - her time training in Italy and Scotland and building her business with national institutions in the UK. Can highly recommend this class.

Paper Craft and Ink workshop review by Alice Young Sydney

Paul Allatson

Typewriter Art Workshop

This was a fabulous afternoon; I learned how to take apart and thoroughly clean and get everything working on my Olivetti Lettera 32. Plus we all got to try out typewriter art. Inspirational and Barbara is a very hospitable host and knowledgable. Recommended to anyone interested in working with vintage typewriters!

Paper Craft and Ink workshop review by Paul Allatson Sydney

Paul Ramsey

Shodo Japanese Calligraphy Workshop

My 3rd class in 3 months. Ren is a fantastic teacher, was very detailed about how to write the characters, Explained how to space out all the different line strokes to stop me from overlapping onto other lines. Definitely showed signs of improvements for my 1st lesson mid January. Arigato Gozaimasu

Liz O'Reilly

Typewriter Art Workshop

What a great afternoon! Our fabulous tutor Barbara led us to expressions of an unusual type. Learning about the fascinating social and mechanical history of beautiful typewriters was only one part of this engaging workshop - by the end of the day we had all created interesting, finished works on paper. Well thought out and beautifully executed by Barbara, this a unique workshop - an absolute delight + more

Jackie Macdonald

Typewriter Art Workshop

Barbara is a great teacher, listener and storyteller. Her collection of typewriters are amazing, each having its own history - which she is more than happy to share. This class is unique and at the end of it, we felt accomplished and grateful for the art we created. Using the typewriters brought out childhood memories and a new appreciation for old world equipment. The studio was spacious and Barbara + more

Paper Craft and Ink workshop review by Jackie Macdonald

Sylvia Griffin

Typewriter Art Workshop

A thoroughly enjoyable workshop. Barbara led us through the history of typewriter art and typewriters and showed us a range of possible outcomes. The workshop has certainly whet my appetite for more experimental work.

Paper Craft and Ink workshop review by Sylvia Griffin

Robyn Backen

Typewriter Art Workshop

I didn't know what to expect but was delighted with the hands-on experience of making more with typewriters than just writing newspaper stories. Barbara not only had some wonderful machines for us to work and play with but also had a long loved experience oh what they were, how they worked and the marvels artists had performed with them. I wrote a mini book on one 1936 Remington and on various portables + more

Robyn Backen

Typewriter Art Workshop

I attended Barbara’s typewriter workshop this afternoon. After an historical introduction to each typewriter I settled to type on a blue Olivetti. The flour mill studio was a great space to work in with, Chris, Debbie and Sarah. We all had very different approaches to creating on the analogue machines.

Adrienn Demeter

Anyone Can do Brush Lettering Workshop

This workshop was the best way to spend a creative morning. The venue is perfect with a great vibe. Vanessa is lovely, patient, easily approachable and very helpful. It was a reduced number of people in this class due to covid, which actually was nice as Vanessa had more time to give feedback to everyone. All materials were provided and they were nice and easy to use, and perfect to take home and keep + more

Paper Craft and Ink workshop review by Adrienn Demeter Sydney

Timothy Williams

Shodo Japanese Calligraphy Workshop

Ren San is an excellent teacher a real Sensei of calligraphy The space is well lit with windows on the south and east, the materials and work tables beautifully prepared. He talked about the importance of breath, of calm, of how the brush transmits your state of mind. He finds out what you know and adapts to your level. You learn how to prepare the ink, Ren listens for the correct grinding sound on + more

Nikki Zeng

Calligraphy Workshop: Breathe Your Words Out

This workshop is very well paced, structured, all the material such as the crystal with our name and ‘word’ that we received are personalised. It’s a very well planned and thought out workshop which is beyond my expectation. Not only I learnt how to do calligraphy but also had a chance to tap into my inner intuition during the workshop. It’s highly recommended and now my friends are asking + more

Paper Craft and Ink workshop review by Nikki Zeng

Angie Martin-Pham

Calligraphy Workshop: Breathe Your Words Out

What a fantastic workshop! It was so relaxing and Vanessa explained all the techniques involved well! I loved the surprise special gifts and little extras that she had put together for us. Can’t wait to start practicing at home

Stephanie Barbieri

Shodo Japanese Calligraphy Workshop

Thank you for a great class. I very much enjoyed what I learnt, especially about the Japanese language and culture. Looking forward to practising now at home. Thank you

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Fun Paper Craft and Ink classes / courses in Sydney

Papercraft and calligraphy classes for beginners

Whether you’re interested in calligraphy classes, DIY Christmas cards, decoupage or any other paper-based art, ClassBento has the list of the most exciting classes for you to try. Learn from the leading experts in collage art, paper crafts for kids, origami, and more so that you and your family can start creating amazing crafts that will lower stress, increase focus, and provide you with your new favourite hobby. These fun Sydney workshops go far beyond DIY paper crafts. Instead, you’ll learn how to make beautiful art no matter your age or experience level.

Paper craft and ink activities have been around for centuries. In fact, every society with access to paper and ink have developed their own unique styles and artforms. Everything from origami and calligraphy to bookbinding and decoupage have their roots in Ancient societies all across the globe. Today, we’re able to tap into a variety of different paper craft and ink mediums to find the hobbies that resonate the most with us. Whatever has sparked your creativity and curiosity, there’s a paper craft and ink class waiting for you.

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What to expect at Sydney papercraft and calligraphy classes

With our thorough list of the best paper craft and ink classes in Sydney, you’ll have no trouble narrowing down your search for your new favourite hobby. Learn from the best paper craft and ink teachers in Sydney who will share their passion and experience in a variety of different mediums. These are some of the most unique indoor activities Sydney has to offer, and you’ll find yourself wanting to sign up for multiple workshops.

If you’re still wondering what kind of paper craft and ink classes you might find with ClassBento, here’s a roundup. In calligraphy classes, you’ll learn calligraphy for handmade cards, letters or journaling. There are origami classes for adults and easy origami for kids workshops. You can also learn the ancient art of decoupage and collage art so that you can transform everyday items into works of art. And, no matter the season, you’ll find fun seasonal Sydney workshops as well, such as DIY Christmas cards and more. The long list of Sydney activities will keep you and your family happily crafting throughout the year.

What we love about paper craft and ink classes is that they’re some of the best things to do in Sydney for groups. If you’re looking for fun children's birthday ideas, these craft classes are some of the most fun things to do in Sydney with kids. They’re also ideal for hens parties, especially if the bride to be is trying to learn calligraphy to send out invitations and thank you cards. And if you’re looking for a relaxing hobby to wind down after a long day of work, craft classes are some of the most peaceful things to do in Sydney at night. No matter which of these fun Sydney workshops you choose, craft classes are sure to make your list of top 10 things to do in Sydney.

Your paper craft and ink class will be tailored to your skill level and learning style. Allow your passionate paper craft and ink teacher to walk you through the fundamentals of whatever craft workshop you’re in, and then enjoy yourself as you develop your newfound skills. All of these classes require practice and hands-on learning, so you’ll have plenty of time to try things out on your own and ask for guidance from your instructor. At the end of your workshop, you’ll be able to continue with your newfound hobby at home.

Paper craft and calligraphy are great for your wellbeing

When you sit down to work on any paper craft and ink hobby, what you’ll find is that you can easily enter into a flow state, which is like a mini-meditation. Instead of thinking about any stress and responsibilities of the day, you’ll focus only on the paper in front of you. It’s a wonderful way to practice mindfulness through crafting. At the end of class, you’ll have a finished product that you can be proud of. When you incorporate paper craft and ink hobbies into your daily routine, you’ll experience an overall boost in focus and creativity.

Want to learn or experience something specific? You can easily contact our teachers and arrange a custom workshop at your preferred time and to suit your skill level. If you’re looking for a unique and memorable event these workshops are perfect things to do with friends on the weekend, for aged care groups, team building exercises, indoor things to do, and kids weekend activities. We've got a range of teachers who cater specifically to larger events, and we can customise classes to meet your needs. Get in touch today and we'll put something together for you.

What we offer:

Hand-picked professional crafters
Support of the local Sydney craft scene
Locations: Sydney CBD, Chatswood, Alexandria, Rozelle
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