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10 Gifts the Woman Who Has Everything Will Appreciate
By Jana Lepojevic
She has it all—except these! Discover 10 unique gifts for the woman who has everything, from pottery to cocktails.
Personalised Gifts for Dad for Special Occasions
By Tiffany Fung
Discover personalised gifts for Dad that help create lasting memories for every type of special occasion, from whisky tasting experiences to terrarium workshops.
Why Pottery Classes Make the Most Fun Date Ideas in Brisbane
By ClassBento Team
Explore your creativity alongside your partner and learn how to make beautiful handmade ceramics at pottery classes, perfect for your date ideas in Brisbane.
Gourmet Gift Experiences for Couples Who Love to Cook
By ClassBento Team
Looking for gifts for people who like to cook? Check out these gourmet cooking classes for couples run by passionate local chefs.
5 Team Building Activities in Brisbane Your Crew Will Actually Want to Do
By Courtenay Turner
From paint and sip classes to pizza making courses, these team building activities in Brisbane are the most creative ways to connect with your colleagues.
Personalised 50th Birthday Gifts to Get Your Parents
By Erica Genda
Looking for 50th birthday gift ideas for your parents? Discover 8 personal gift experiences that are sure to be remembered long after the celebrations are done.
Top Employee Engagement Ideas for 2026
By Erica Genda
Need some fresh ideas for employee engagement? Get creative with these 9 unique activities to help your team bond and have fun in the process.
9 Fingerlicking Foodie Gifts for Ladies Who Love to Lunch
By Tiffany Fung
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 2026.
9 Crafty Experience Gift Cards for Teens
By Kellie Maloney
Check out our round-up of crafty experience gift cards for teens across Australia. From flower arranging to jewellery making, there's something for everyone!
9 Brain Stimulating Gift Vouchers for Kids
By ClassBento Team
From jewellery making and painting workshops to kids cooking classes, discover our top 9 gift vouchers for kids that will keep them entertained this year.
Gift Ideas for All the Men in Your Life
By Jana Lepojevic
Find experience gifts for him in Sydney and treat every man in your life to more of his passions and interests. Make memories and celebrate him.
8 Birthday Gifts to Give Your Best Friend
By Erica Genda
Need some birthday gift ideas for your best friend? Here are 8 amazing birthday gift experiences your best friend will never forget!
Last-Minute EOFY Team Celebration Ideas
By Tiffany Fung
Discover the best last-minute EOFY team celebration ideas to celebrate 2026 with your team, from paint and sip classes to cooking workshops and more.
11 Teamwork Activities for New Starters
By Tiffany Fung
Discover our top 11 fun and creative teamwork activities to help new starters feel right at home, from shaking up cocktails to making Turkish mosaic lamps.
Why You Should Give Experience Gift Vouchers in 2026
By Tiffany Fung
Discover why experience gift cards are the next best thing in 2026 and help your loved ones book their favourite workshop and celebrate their big day in style.
9 Presents Your Sister Will Love No Matter Her Niche
By ClassBento Team
Surprise your sister with these thoughtful gifts for her! Dive into a world of creativity with arts, crafts and cooking classes, tailored to every unique taste.
Can't Celebrate Together? Send Love with the Best Digital Gift Cards in Australia
By ClassBento Team
Can’t be with someone you love on their special day? Discover a range of digital gift cards which you can present to your not-so-nearest and dearest.
To Spice or Not to Spice: Can Chilli Improve Your Health
By Susana Aguilera
Find out how to add more chilli to your food and what the benefits of chilli are at a Melbourne cooking class near you with a focus on spicy cuisine.
7 Creative Ways to Reveal a Surprise Gift
By Erica Genda
Discover heartwarming and playful ways to reveal a surprise gift! Turn simple moments into unforgettable memories for someone you love.
20 Fun Things to Do on a Date When Dinner Just Won't Cut It
By Tiffany Fung
Discover 20 fun things to do on a date beyond dinner and drinks, from creative and adventurous to delicious experiences to make your next date night more memorable.
Best Paint and Sip Experiences to Try in 2026
By Erica Genda
Find the perfect paint and sip experiences near you with these top 11 painting classes! Enjoy a drink, grab a brush, and dive in!
Make Personalised Gifts for Her with These 7 Craft Classes
By Jana Lepojevic
Discover the art of crafting personalised gifts for her with these 7 unique craft classes. Create cherished memories and surprise her with thoughtful, handcrafted treasures.
9 Employee Gift Ideas That Your Team Will Really Want in 2026
By Tiffany Fung
Discover some of the best company gift cards in Australia that your team is guaranteed to love, from unwinding with clay to shaking up delicious cocktails.
15 Unforgettable Experience Gift Cards in Australia
By Annie Symmonds
Discover thousands of unforgettable experience gift cards in Australia. Treat your favourite people to everything from pottery making to cake decorating.
How to Organise In-office Team Building Activities
By Tiffany Fung
Discover how to organise in-office team building activities your team will actually enjoy, from cocktail making and dumpling workshops to creative art classes.
A Guide to Floristry Brisbane Classes
By Tiffany Fung
Discover your inner florist with our guide to floristry Brisbane classes. Learn the art of floral arranging in a fun, friendly environment today.
I Learnt About Ngemba Culture Through Art – You Can Too
By Katie Milton
Artist and proud Ngemba woman, Kabushka Ngemba welcomes you to Dot Art Circle, for a warm afternoon filled with painting, storytelling and smiles.
Make Memories Together with These Meaningful Presents for Your Wife
By ClassBento Team
Transform presents for your wife into meaningful experiences! From painting classes to pottery workshops, these gifts are sure to bring a smile to her face.
12 One-of-a-Kind Gifts for Mum That Support Local Makers
By ClassBento Team
Looking for gifts that do good? We’ve wrapped up 11 gift experiences for Mum that support local makers in Australia.
11 Reasons to Gift an Experience This Holiday Season
By ClassBento Team
From minimising your environmental footprint to reconnecting with the community, read on for our top reasons why you should give experience gifts this Christmas.
Date Night Gift Ideas to Double the Fun
By Jana Lepojevic
Surprise your partner with creative date night gift ideas. Fun, hands-on experiences make perfect gifts for couples to enjoy together.
A Guide to Unique Anniversary Gifts by Years Married
By Tiffany Fung
Hot take: Traditional gifts are out and modern anniversary gift experiences are in! Take a look at our unique anniversary gifts for every milestone.
Why Craft Workshops Are the Perfect Way to Unwind
By ClassBento Team
Soothe your senses with relaxing craft classes in Australia. Whether it's pottery painting or mosaic making, these workshops are the perfect way to unwind.
How to Host the Ideal Hens Party for an Introvert
By ClassBento Team
Create a memorable hens party for the bride-to-be who enjoys time with her nearest and dearest with these nine unique ideas!
11 Best Gifts for Dad in Australia in 2026
By Annie Symmonds
Find the best gifts for dad with our gift ideas! Celebrate Christmas, Father's Day and birthdays with arty experiences, crafts, cooking classes and more.
How to Find the Best Practical Gifts for a Dad-to-be
By Annie Symmonds
After practical gifts for a dad-to-be? Help him become the best first-time Dad ever with these fun creative experiences, from cooking to coffee making and more!
Free Tips to Make Your Coffee Taste Better
By Sam Bowden
If you want to learn how to make the perfect cup of coffee, check out coffee classes in Sydney. In the meantime, explore free coffee making tips.
Show Your Love with DIY Birthday Gifts
By Tiffany Fung
Looking for meaningful birthday gifts? Discover creative DIY experiences that help you show your love and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones.
Gift Guide for Him for Every Occasion
By Jana Lepojevic
Stuck on what to buy? Our gift guide for him helps you find fun, thoughtful experience gifts for men, fit for every occasion.
Corporate Event Ideas That Make a Lasting Impression
By Jana Lepojevic
From team building activities to EOFY celebrations, these corporate event ideas strengthen bonds, team engagement and company culture.
7 Unique Presents for Dads Who Love DIY
By Kellie Maloney
Find the best gifts for dads who love DIY! Explore classes in glassblowing, woodworking, knitting, and more. Perfect for Father's Day and special occasions.
Best Gifts for New Mums Who Need a Bit of Me-Time
By Tiffany Fung
Discover the perfect Mother's Day gifts for new parents! Treat new Mums to relaxing experiences like floristry and pottery for some well-deserved me-time.
Top 9 Hen's Party Ideas for Non-drinkers
By Courtenay Turner
From pottery workshops to cooking classes, discover the best classy hen’s party ideas for non-drinkers in 2026.
Cooking Classes Are Now Being Prescribed as Therapy
By Sarah Hinds-Friedl
Interested in relaxation and mindfulness? Culinary therapy may be just the thing! Give it a try at local Melbourne cooking classes.
11 Experiences to Get Your Girlfriend for Her Birthday
By Tiffany Fung
Looking for what to get your girlfriend for her birthday? Discover these 11 experience gift ideas to surprise her with, from perfume making to pottery classes.
Find Your Calm with These 5 Spring Craft Ideas
By Tiffany Fung
Craving a slower pace? Embrace simple living with these fun, mindful spring craft ideas, from soap making to pickling and beyond.
How Paint and Sip Classes in Brisbane Will Make You Feel
By Tiffany Fung
Ever wondered how paint and sip classes in Brisbane leave you feeling? Read this beginner guide to find out!
Make Her Smile with These Meaningful Gifts for Mum
By Tiffany Fung
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 get started.
7 Art Workshops Where You'll Learn Something New
By ClassBento Team
Ready to dive into the vibrant world of art classes across Australia? From resin art to acrylic pouring, learn new creative skills in an exciting environment!
What Kintsugi Taught Me About Life, Love and Healing
By Laine Fullerton
Our Editorial Manager Laine tries the art of Kintsugi and discovers what it can teach you about life, love and relationships.
Father-Son Presents That Turn Into New Traditions
By Erica Genda
Discover meaningful father-son presents that spark lifelong traditions. From shared hobbies to annual rituals, find gifts that build lasting bonds.
Affordable Gifts for Him That Still Feel Special
By Jana Lepojevic
Skip boring presents. Find affordable gifts for him under $100, from whisky tastings to creative classes he’ll actually love.
Gifting Sorted with These E Gift Card Ideas
By Jana Lepojevic
Make gift-giving easy with these e-gift card ideas. Fun, creative and memorable experiences for birthdays, Christmas, or just because.
7 Unique Painting Classes in Brisbane to Try in 2026
By Tiffany Fung
Uncover Brisbane's most unique painting sessions of 2026, showcasing an array of art mediums and forms from alcohol ink to watercolors or acrylics.
Self-care Gift Cards for Men in Your Life
By ClassBento Team
Help your loved ones rejuvenate with self-care gifts for men that'll encourage them to set time aside to take care of their wellbeing this year.
Same-Day Gift Cards You Can Get Last Minute
By Erica Genda
Need a gift fast? Discover the best same-day gift cards you can buy last-minute. Instant email delivery makes gifting easy, even at the last second!
Fun Galentine's Day Ideas That Celebrate Friendship
By Jana Lepojevic
Celebrate friendship this February with fun Galentine’s Day ideas. From flowers to cocktails, chocolate to pottery, there’s something for every girl gang!
Make Memories with These Fun Friendsmas Ideas
By Jana Lepojevic
Host a Friendsmas your friends will love with Christmas party ideas that bring creativity, fun and plenty of laughs to your festive celebrations in 2026.
Unique Paper Anniversary Gifts That Aren't What You Expect
By Jana Lepojevic
Skip boring paper gifts! Try creative workshops like origami, bookbinding and paper flower making for a heartfelt and unforgettable first anniversary present.
Is Creativity the Cure for Loneliness?
By Laine Fullerton
Discover the science behind the power of creativity and connection.
7 Corporate Gift Cards to Boost Employee Wellbeing
By Tiffany Fung
Looking to boost your team’s wellbeing in 2026? Discover our seven top picks for company gift cards in Australia, to help inspire and uplift your team.
How to Keep Your Brain Young
By Courtenay Turner
We unpack the simple lifestyle changes you can make in your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond to keep your brain young and your mind malleable.
Simple Self-Care Ideas to Support Your Mum's Wellbeing
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!
Empowering Artists to Earn More, Doing What They Love
By Iain Wang
It can be tough being an artist and teaching your craft. Artists on average earn only $48,000, compared to an average of around $77,000It can be tough being an artist and teaching your craft. Artists on average earn only $48,000, compared to an average of around $77,000 for everyone else. This massively impacts their lifestyles – some artists even forgo having children because of their financial constraints. It isn’t a tiny problem. There are over 15,000 artists in NSW, and that’s just counting individual visual artists and musicians (e.g. not food artists like chefs or baristas, or garden artists like florists, or those who are unemployed). It's tough making a living, hustling to get money from grants, prizes, and unpredictably selling the occasional artwork. Many artists turn to casual work to make ends meet. Many consider participating in the gig economy. But the biggest Australian marketplaces out there, like Uber and Airtasker, aren’t great for artists. Being creative people, the idea of being stuck in a car, repeating the same task of taking people from point A to point B or delivering food, while earning minimum wage (or less), can be rather demotivating. Assembling IKEA furniture or moving boxes on Airtasker arouses similar feelings, in some ways it goes against the very essence of what it means to be an artist. Not exactly ideal jobs. At the same time, there’s strong (and in many cases, growing) interest in what these artists do – namely, arts and crafts. People (Australians in particular) are often looking for an artisan and unique experience, not something mass-produced and commoditised – the personal and creative touch that artists can provide is exactly what’s being sought after. This is why international brands, pushing their one-size-fits-all products, like Starbucks and Gloria Jeans, struggle so much in Australia – locals often prefer the brews made by their neighbourhood baristas, with the special twists they provide to make that experience just a bit more special and relevant. So why the disconnect? How can we connect this interest with the huge pool of talented artists in our cities, who walk our streets and maybe even live next door? Wouldn’t it be great if artists could do what they love, while earning more? Can’t the gig economy deliver our communities more meaningful and exciting jobs? This is a huge opportunity and forms an important part of our mission at ClassBento. We empower creative teachers to earn hundreds of dollars per hour while indulging in and sharing their passion. They don’t need to spend time on admin or on learning how to do marketing or website building, all of which can be hard for novices to learn and do well – ClassBento takes care of all of that. As many teachers would know, teaching is an incredibly rewarding experience. To be able to grant someone else the gift of skills and knowledge, to broaden their perspectives and to bring a smile to their face, is incredibly gratifying and even therapeutic. Teachers can do it to their schedule, only teaching when they want to, at places convenient to them, whether that’s at their home, their shop or studio, or at the student’s location. Thanks to the ubiquity of services like Airbnb and Uber, most Australians are now comfortable with the idea of letting a complete stranger they’ve never met before providing them with a personal service. With this additional income stream, we hope that teachers can improve their quality of life, and to keep doing what they do best. Through this, they’ll be preserving our culture and traditions while also taking art to new levels, helping us to question our thinking and how we view the world around us. With more creative teachers and classes available locally, we hope that everyone will reconnect with their communities, and keep themselves socially and mentally active, thus keeping problems like burnout and dementia at bay. What’s next? ClassBento will continue to grow its presence to spread the love, and will keep investing into ensuring that the ClassBento platform is the world’s best for discovering and booking fun workshops, and also for teachers to easily earn and manage their classes. It’s a long and exciting ride ahead and we can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings. If you’re a teacher, we can’t wait to see what you can do – sign up today and start doing more of what you love. For everyone else, check out our wide range of workshops, and give back to your community. ...
The Best Gifts Under $100 in 2026
By Jana Lepojevic
Skip the discount-bin gifts! Find presents that wow with our best gifts under $100, from painting to cocktails to flamenco.
Discover the Art of Flower Arrangement at Floristry Classes in Brisbane
By Tiffany Fung
Experience the joy of flower arranging with our floristry classes in Brisbane. Unleash your creativity and bloom with new skills today!
Relaxing Ways to Spend Special Time with Grandma
By Jana Lepojevic
From sewing to soap making, these crafty things to do with your Grandma are the perfect way to spend time together this Christmas.
Romantic 21st Birthday Gifts for Your Girlfriend to Make Her Day
By Tiffany Fung
Ditch the predictable and discover romantic 21st birthday gifts your girlfriend will actually remember, from perfume making classes to flower arranging courses.
Everything You Can Make at a Crochet Class
By Jana Lepojevic
Wondering what you can make at a crochet class? From bags and beanies to amigurumi and homewares, discover beginner-friendly crochet projects.
The Most Affordable Dad Gifts That Still Feel Thoughtful
By Jana Lepojevic
Find affordable dad gifts for birthdays, Christmas or Father’s Day. Give unique experiences he’ll love, from art classes to foodie adventures.
First Time Dad Gifts for Every Kind of New Father
By Jana Lepojevic
Celebrate fatherhood with these unique first-time dad gifts. From foodie adventures to creative escapes, find the perfect experience to suit his style.
The Best Team Bonding Activities for Work Celebrations
By Jana Lepojevic
Celebrate success with the best team bonding activities for work celebrations! Explore a range of fun experiences that promote collaboration and well-being.
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