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Feeling Grinchy? 10+ Xmas Activities to Get You in the Mood

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By Courtenay Turner

Say goodbye to your inner Grinch with 2025's best Xmas activities. Discover hundreds of Christmas events around Australia and spark festive spirit.

6 Experiences That Make Memorable Xmas Gift Ideas for Mum

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By Courtenay Turner

Gift a moment, not an object. From pottery classes to glass-blowing workshops, discover the most memorable experiences and Xmas gift ideas for mum.

The Best Team Bonding Activities for Work Celebrations

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By Jana Lepojevic

Celebrate success with the best team bonding activities for work celebrations! Explore a range of fun experiences that promote collaboration andCelebrate success with the best team bonding activities for work celebrations! Explore a range of fun experiences that promote collaboration and well-being. ...

5 Romantic Activities for Couples That Aren't Dinner and a Movie

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By Jana Lepojevic

Transform date nights with romantic activities for couples! Try pottery classes, barista courses, cooking adventures and more for a fun and creativeTransform date nights with romantic activities for couples! Try pottery classes, barista courses, cooking adventures and more for a fun and creative experience. ...

Best Christmas Gifts for Your Wife in 2025 That Show Your Appreciation

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By Jana Lepojevic

Discover experience gifts for your wife this Christmas! From crafting treasures to culinary adventures, create lasting memories together.

How to Gift with Heart and Save Money This Christmas 2025

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By Kellie Maloney

With just three, versatile materials you can DIY your entire holiday shopping list with love and save money this Christmas 2022.

Make Vegan Shortbread with Caroline Rowe

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By Courtenay Turner

Meet Caroline Rowe, the passionate foodie inspiring everyday Aussies to get creative in the kitchen and uncover the joys of cooking for one.

Why DIY Soy Candle Making Kits Will Transform Your Home

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By Sam Bowden

Needing a bit of a change around the house? Soy candle making kits can help transform the vibe of your living space.

Best DIY Pottery Kits 2025

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By Sam Bowden

You don't need a studio to master pottery! With these incredibly crafty DIY pottery kits, you can play with clay your own home!

Men Love Flower Arranging Too (2025)

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By ClassBento Team

Don't think men and flowers mix? Think again! Our floristry classes in Sydney are for everyone.

How to Make a Terrarium DIY

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By Julia Carr-Catzel

Succulents are the ideal household plant, and terrariums are a great home for them. Try out Sydney's most highly rated succulent terrariumSucculents are the ideal household plant, and terrariums are a great home for them. Try out Sydney's most highly rated succulent terrarium class and make one yourself. Succulent plants are a popular choice for modern Australian homes and gardens, due to their high-tolerance of various weather conditions, including life indoors. Teeming with water which is stored in leaves, roots and stems, these low-maintenance plants thrive almost everywhere, making them the ideal décor to spruce up a basic veranda or courtyard during the steamy summer months. Alternatively, owners can place succulents indoors, near windows to shower them with natural light. Pry through a gallery of frilled, spined and flower embellished succulents to liven up the indoors; opt for pincushion cactei dotted in beautiful hues of pink or perhaps a variegated zebra plant to match household décor. The number of succulent garden compositions are unlimited, choose from colours, shapes and sizes to adorn a bookend, hanging wall frame, wreath, pot, birdcage or terrarium. Not to mention the health benefits of indoor plants, such as the aloe vera plant, which produces cleaner air, lowers the risk of illness, boosts one’s mood and has potential to enhance concentration and memory. Despite their low-maintenance reputation, succulents thrive under a balanced upkeep. Refrain from over-watering when attending to your succulent garden, a common mistake among owners who overcompensate with a plant able to tolerate prolonged drought. Instead, make sure to check the soil moisture level with your fingers and water only when dry. Water or mist succulents at least once per week. Position them wisely with for time in shade each day, as succulents can burn when exposed to too much sunlight. Use a gentle formula once per month to fertilise. Do not combine succulents with non-desert dwelling plants Making your own succulent garden is therapeutic and rewarding activity to fill a morning or afternoon and doesn’t require any prior expertise. Adorning your home with a succulent garden can have aesthetically pleasing benefits for the inside of your home, as well as health benefits.  The terrarium making experience can be shared with others and doesn’t have to be a solo mission. Encourage family and friends to take part in a terrarium workshop with Christoper Saban, Creative Director of ‘Merchant and Green’ who conducts beginner workshops in Sydney, catering for plant-lovers looking to design and create their very own succulent garden. Christopher, who has over fifteen years’ experience as a floral decorator and stylist provides all plants and equipment, and caters to all skill levels. Equip yourself with a pyramid or quad glass container, choose from a wide variety of mini succulents, toy with vase river stones, dirty your hands with moss and soil and create the perfect environment for your plants to thrive. Make a terrarium today. ...

Are We Losing Our Focus

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By Sarah Hinds-Friedl

Revitalise your team's focus with our team building activities in Australia and discover how these exercises can help make a difference in your workplaceRevitalise your team's focus with our team building activities in Australia and discover how these exercises can help make a difference in your workplace (and life too). ...

Daughter-to-mum Gifts That Will Warm Her Heart

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By Courtenay Turner

Soak up some quality time together this Christmas with the best daughter-to-mum gifts in Australia. Make memories, spark joy and strengthen yourSoak up some quality time together this Christmas with the best daughter-to-mum gifts in Australia. Make memories, spark joy and strengthen your bond. ...

7 Unique Gifts for Women Who Have Everything

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By Tiffany Fung

Discover our amazing range of gift experiences for her in Australia and celebrate the special woman in your life with a present that is as uniqueDiscover our amazing range of gift experiences for her in Australia and celebrate the special woman in your life with a present that is as unique as she is! ...

Why Baking Speaks Louder Than Words

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By Laine Fullerton

Five irresistibly sweet recipes that can help you say everything from “I love you” to “I’m here for you” this World Baking Day.

Why Plants Are Your Best Friend If You WFH

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By Charlotte McKewen

Discover how adding plants to your workspace can brighten up your mood and your day!

Express Your Gratitude with These Thoughtful Gifts for Her

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By ClassBento Team

From cooking workshops to floristry classes, show the special lady in your life just how much you care with these thoughtful gifts for her!

Top 7 Hens Party Ideas for Eco-conscious Brides (2025)

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By Kellie Maloney

Opt for eco-friendly hens party ideas! Share laughter and joy with your leading ladies while being kind to the planet.

9 Self Care-inspired Valentine's Day Gifts for Her

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By Kellie Maloney

Not sure what to get that special someone for Valentine's Day 2025? Take a look at our top self-care Valentine's experience gifts for her.

Surprise Your Partner with Gift Experiences for Couples

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By Annie Symmonds

Wondering how to surprise your partner in 2023? Give an experience gift voucher and try anything from pasta-making classes, cocktail courses, kintsugiWondering how to surprise your partner in 2023? Give an experience gift voucher and try anything from pasta-making classes, cocktail courses, kintsugi and more! ...

Why You Need to Cook with Your Kids Every Single Day

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By Natalie Kemp

Get your child feeling confident in the kitchen with these cooking classes in Melbourne, from hands-on pizza making to washing and cutting vegetGet your child feeling confident in the kitchen with these cooking classes in Melbourne, from hands-on pizza making to washing and cutting vegetables. ...

Make Her Smile with These Meaningful Gifts for Mum

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By ClassBento Team

This Mother's Day, put a smile on your mum's face with a special and unique gift experience. See our selection of Mothers Day gift ideas to getThis Mother's Day, put a smile on your mum's face with a special and unique gift experience. See our selection of Mothers Day gift ideas to get started. ...

Drool-worthy Sour Cocktail Recipe

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By Katie Milton

How the founder of Drool found love (and gin) in Melbourne lockdown.

13 Thoughtful Wedding Gifts for Couples Without a Registry

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By ClassBento Team

Discover thoughtful gift experiences for couples who don’t have a registry and get your favourite duo cooking up a storm, playing with clay orDiscover thoughtful gift experiences for couples who don’t have a registry and get your favourite duo cooking up a storm, playing with clay or getting crafty. ...

Simple Self-Care Ideas to Support Your Mum's Wellbeing

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By ClassBento Team

Know a Mum who could do with some spoiling this Mother's Day? Our Mother's Day gift ideas are perfect for those Mums who need some pampering!

Unconventional Gifts for Friends Who Have Everything

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By ClassBento Team

Give your loved ones DIY presents they'll remember with these unique experience gift ideas in Australia, guaranteed to bring a smile to their faGive your loved ones DIY presents they'll remember with these unique experience gift ideas in Australia, guaranteed to bring a smile to their face. ...

Creative Christmas Party Ideas to Spark Festive Spirit

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By Annie Symmonds

Whether you’re planning a family gathering or brainstorming work Christmas party ideas, these group activities are guaranteed to get you feelingWhether you’re planning a family gathering or brainstorming work Christmas party ideas, these group activities are guaranteed to get you feeling festive in 2025. ...

5 Crafty Valentines Experience Gifts for Her

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By Kellie Maloney

This Valentine's Day, impress the creative queen in your life with a crafty experience gift for her. See our range of gift ideas for inspirationThis Valentine's Day, impress the creative queen in your life with a crafty experience gift for her. See our range of gift ideas for inspiration. ...

Best Interstate Hens Party Ideas in Australia (2025)

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By Annie Symmonds

Looking for getaway destinations for an epic hens party? Uncover the best interstate hens party ideas around Australia to celebrate love in 2025Looking for getaway destinations for an epic hens party? Uncover the best interstate hens party ideas around Australia to celebrate love in 2025! ...

Save Money and Become Your Own Barista

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By ClassBento Team

Learn how to make barista style coffee at home with a barista class in Sydney and save money on takeaway coffee without compromising on taste.

Is Creativity the Cure for Loneliness?

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By Laine Fullerton

Discover the science behind the power of creativity and connection.

Your Guide to the Top Things to do Next Month in Australia

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By Jana Lepojevic

Looking for fun things to do next month? Our guide to unique Australian experiences has you covered! Try pottery in Adelaide, bush tucker in PerthLooking for fun things to do next month? Our guide to unique Australian experiences has you covered! Try pottery in Adelaide, bush tucker in Perth and more. ...

Holiday Favourites: Natasha Dsouza, Community Partnerships Manager

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By ClassBento Team

Get to know the faces behind ClassBento and discover which workshops have made it to their top of their Christmas wish list!

Outdoor Christmas Party Ideas for the Festive Season

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By Katie Milton

Reconnect with your loved ones and embrace the warmer weather with these outdoor Christmas party ideas.

Fingerlicking Foodie Gifts for Ladies Who Love to Lunch

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By ClassBento Team

From cake decorating classes to food and drink tastings, discover the top creative gifts for foodies to add to the top of their present list in 2025.

Actually Good Zoom Date Ideas

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By Sam Bowden

Looking for zoom date ideas that don't suck? Whether you're long-distance dating or you're seeking out first date ideas during quarantine, we'veLooking for zoom date ideas that don't suck? Whether you're long-distance dating or you're seeking out first date ideas during quarantine, we've got some ingenious ideas for you... ...

DIY Christmas Gifts and Cards Sydney

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By ClassBento Team

Want to make some unique, heartfelt eco gifts, with your personal touch, that your recipient won't find anywhere else? Maybe it's a birthday,Want to make some unique, heartfelt eco gifts, with your personal touch, that your recipient won't find anywhere else? Maybe it's a birthday, a special occasion like an anniversary, or Xmas (aka Christmas). Or maybe you're doing wedding or other invitations. Why not learn a new craft or skill, and have heaps of fun while you're at it?   Try one of ClassBento's creative classes in Sydney.     DIY greeting cards Up your calligraphy skills, by taking a brush lettering class. Learn to master the strokes of your pen, and write beautiful and artistic messages. Add a bit of flair, and excitement to your message! Create your own prints to use across stationary and cards, by taking a block carving class. Create designs of classic Christmas icons like Xmas trees and mistletoe, or maybe make Aussie signs of the season, like ripe cherries or Christmas beetles. Or try a screen printing class, and make prints with a different technique, to decorate your cards, T-shirts, totes, and more     DIY gifting Create a unique blend of perfume, by blending scents and odours to make your very own scent. Or make soaps and candles - a luxurious and sensual gift for extending those long summer nights. Maybe make a serving board, with a twist of acrylic art. Or design and make your own jewelry to gift someone special.   DIY decor Make a terrarium - a living garden that will bring a breath of fresh air to any living space. Easy to maintain, it will last for years, and the bauble-like shape of the glass vase is a nice homage to the merry season. Or create your own bauble and fill it with loving or aspirational wishes. And finally, add an Aussie touch by creating a bouquet with Australian natives. These will dry and last well into the future.       ...

Terrarium Making Ideas

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By ClassBento Team

Terrariums are a great outlet for your creativity - there are just so many different ways you can put them together. Here are some of our favouriteTerrariums are a great outlet for your creativity - there are just so many different ways you can put them together. Here are some of our favourite designs.   Wall-mounted terrariums Use magnetic metal containers, and stick your terrariums to your walls. Free up your desk space and build your vertical gardens. Pair your terrariums with some funky wall hangings or other home decor.   Terrariums in light bulbs How's that for a light bulb moment? (Sorry, that was too easy!). Instead of throwing your burnt out light bulbs, why not give them a new life?   Food-inspired terrariums A perfect way to add some chic earthiness to your table. Beyond tea cups and cake stands, you can easily extend on this concept by doing terrariums in glass water jugs, cookie jars, soft drink bottles, spice containers, glass teapots, old coffee plungers - sky's the limit. Recycle those beautiful old containers and don't let them go to waste!   Hanging terrariums Perfect for your veranda or balcony, or even as a room's centrepiece, as a modern version of a chandelier.    Coastal terrariums There are lots of themes you can explore with terrariums, but a classic is the coastal theme. Succulents are the star, and you can add seaside pebbles, sand and little shells to complete the look. If you you're a bit far from the coast, this is a great way to bring a taste of the ocean to your home or workplace.   Feminine terrariums Terrariums are great no matter your gender, age or background, but certainly if you want to amp up the femininity, try adding some flowers and perhaps some marble. Focus your plant selection for an amber-pink hue, and you'll have a pretty terrarium any lady would be proud of.   That's it for now!   Join a terrarium class Excited? If you're in Sydney, you're in luck. Jump into our beginner's terrarium workshop, or if you're already comfortable with the basics, try a more advanced terrarium class. Want a customised terrarium workshop to try one of the designs we've mentioned? Just contact our terrarium master Chris Saban and you'll be on your way. Know of any other interesting terrarium designs that you want to see on this list? Let us know! Happy terrarium making! ...

5 Reasons Why Gift Experiences for Her Are Better

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By Tiffany Fung

Discover why gift experiences for her are more meaningful than any material gift and help your loved ones feel extra special on their big day.

Want to Know Which Workshops Are on Our Christmas Wishlist

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By Tiffany Fung

Hint: There’s something in here for everyone.

Tried-And-Tested Gift Ideas for Mums Without a Wishlist

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By ClassBento Team

Struggling to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift for a mum without a wishlist? Explore our curated selection of thoughtful gift ideas for Mum!

Like Mother, Like Daughter

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By Laine Fullerton

What lessons have you learned from the women in your life? Here’s four makers whose mothers and grandmothers inspired them to pursue a creativeWhat lessons have you learned from the women in your life? Here’s four makers whose mothers and grandmothers inspired them to pursue a creative career. ...

How Paint Pouring Helped Me Embrace My Individuality

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By Kellie Maloney

Beyond mesmerising swirls and splashes of colour, I discovered that there’s a lot more to paint pouring than making pretty pictures.

The Best Digital Gift Cards for Craft-Lovers, Cooks and Creatives

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By ClassBento Team

From pottery making to tossing pizza dough, find the ultimate digital experience gift cards for the person in your life that just loves to get handsFrom pottery making to tossing pizza dough, find the ultimate digital experience gift cards for the person in your life that just loves to get hands on with crafts. ...

7 Floral Experience Gift Cards for Christmas 2025

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By Kellie Maloney

Gift one of these floral experience gift cards for Christmas in 2025 and allow your recipient to play with blooms and boost their wellbeing thisGift one of these floral experience gift cards for Christmas in 2025 and allow your recipient to play with blooms and boost their wellbeing this holiday season. ...

Support Local with Experience Vouchers This Christmas

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By Kellie Maloney

Give back this Christmas with experience gift cards! Delight your loved ones with local workshops that support talented makers, artists, and foodiesGive back this Christmas with experience gift cards! Delight your loved ones with local workshops that support talented makers, artists, and foodies in your community! ...

Alternative Corporate Team Activities for Every Type of Work Event

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By Laine Fullerton

Looking for the best team building activities for the best corporate event you're planning? Check out these fun classes for team building ideas.

Top Valentine's Gifts for Every Kind of Couple

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By Tiffany Fung

Unwrap these top Valentine’s gifts for every kind of love story, whether you’re looking for something traditional, adventurous or romanticallyUnwrap these top Valentine’s gifts for every kind of love story, whether you’re looking for something traditional, adventurous or romantically sweet! ...