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If you’ve got a super crafty crew that deserves a festive treat in 2026 and you’ve been racking your brains for alternative Christmas party ideas, then relax – your search ends here. Our range of ultra arty in-person and online classes and workshops make great Christmas activities and will satisfy even the most passionate Picassos amongst the group!
Don’t fancy the usual dinner-and-drinks drill this festive season? Perhaps the thought of party games leaves you and your team feeling more ‘no, no, no’ than ‘ho, ho ho’? Maybe you’re a craft loving family trying to get into the Christmas spirit across the miles? Whatever the reason, if you’re looking for crafty Christmas party ideas, we’ve got everything from festive printmaking and cookie baking to pastry flaking and soothing candle making – so take a look at our list of favourites, and let us put a spark into your festive season!
Relax and unwind at a Christmas candle making class
Are you looking for ways to help your hard working team unwind in London this Christmas time? Perhaps you and your gal pals would like to switch off from the usual hectic festivities and take a little time to rejuvenate? After all, a packed Christmas calendar can be fun, but nobody wants to reach the big day feeling burnt out!
For alternative Christmas party ideas that have all of the relaxing fun but none of the stress, our aromatherapy candle making workshop in London is going to immerse you and your group in heavenly seasonal scents and leave you all feeling calm, collected and ready to tackle those lengthy gift lists, perplexing food preparations and tricky travel plans!
You and your crafty crew will head into the city to a studio in London, where you’ll learn everything there is to know about candle making from your expert teacher. You’ll discover the importance of fragrance base notes and top notes, master the art of melting and pouring the wax and find out how to give your handmade candle a perfectly professional finish. With everything provided and no experience necessary, candle making is one of the best Christmas craft ideas for beginners! You and your gang simply need to bring plenty of creativity and festive spirit and switch off for an afternoon surrounded by the heady scents of orange, cinnamon and cedarwood.
Check out this five star review:
"The workshop was amazing to do as a team building! Being able to do both the candle decoration and the wreath making in one workshop was lovely, and brought the team closer together. I fully recommend this workshop! On top, the atmosphere was nice with some snacks and great music. Thanks a lot Maria for everything!" – Eva Francois, Christmas Candle Painting with a Wreath Holder Workshop
The ultimate alternative Christmas party idea? Get arty at a fun sip and paint class
If you and your crafty crew would rather get creative with paint than indulge in some drinks, why not swap cocktail making for a festive sip and paint session and create your own stunning Christmas scene? Fun, relaxing and creative, it's a brilliant alternative to the usual Christmas activities and office parties – especially when teamed with cosy hot drinks and plenty of festive nibbles! If you’ve ever fancied making your own Christmas masterpiece or have always wanted to learn how to paint, this workshop will teach you everything you need to know to create beautiful, simple yuletide artwork.
Hosted by experienced artist Sunita Asal in her cosy Manchester studio, you’ll all learn how to plan your piece and discover new painting techniques before you grab a brush and get ready to unleash your inner creativity. You’ll learn about composition and experiment with different brushstrokes, before finishing the session with a painting that will perfectly complement your DIY Christmas decorations. Whether you choose to go basic or opt for a more complex piece, you'll get the chance to create a one-of-a-kind artwork while you sip on a glass of vino or drink of your choice, the only limit is your imagination!
Have a read of this glowing review:
"We booked the paint and sip class for our work Christmas party, and we had a great time! Held at Full Circle Brewery, we arrived to a private room with some Christmas decorations and music included. The teachers were really helpful and created a great atmosphere in which we all enjoyed. Our workplace is diverse in age so it is hard to agree on an activity in which is inclusive for all, however this event ticked everyone's box!" – Samantha Hall, Party Paint and Sip Class
Celebrate the festive season with a relaxing pottery making class
If you and your friends, family or colleagues are searching for extra-crafty alternative Christmas party ideas would like to have a go at making your own Christmas decorations but glitter brings out your inner Grinch, why not swap glue guns for pottery making and have a go at creating your own handmade ceramics instead? It might not be your traditional yuletide craft, but with cool festive designs and a wonderfully cosy atmosphere, it’s one of the best things to do in London rather than those traditional Christmas party ideas.
If you’re keen to head off to a pottery studio with your crew, check out a clay hand building class in London and tick all of your Christmas craft boxes. Fuelled by plenty of warming drinks to keep the winter chill at bay, you and your group will snuggle up in a welcoming space and learn to transform homemade clay into stunning plant pots. Your talented teacher will show you how to mould and shape your piece before you customise your pot to perfection using extra clay and colourful acrylic paints
Trying to organise a fantastic festive fiesta across the miles? If you and your fabulous family, marvellous mates or wonderful work colleagues can’t meet up this Christmas time, it doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate and get your craft on together! Get to grips with handmade ceramics at home with a pottery making kit. It's one of the best Christmas activities to try with your loved ones and is sure to add a creative spark to your usual virtual Christmas party ideas. Simply connect with each other via Zoom, add some tasty tipples and festive snacks and then cosy up to create your very own gorgeous plant pot complete with festive touches.
Rise to the occasion with a Christmas baking class
Looking to level up your usual Christmas party ideas with a touch of sugary goodness? Gather up your gang and treat your taste buds to an indulgent selection of festive desserts.
In this Christmas baking class, you and your group will learn how to bake some classic festive fancies that are sure to compliment your usual Christmas cooking.
Guided by a friendly teacher, you'll get to grips with simple dessert recipes and watch demonstrations of different techniques before you apron up and have a go yourself. It's one of the best things to do in London with a group of your nearest and dearest.
As you discover the secrets to fluffy sponges and delectable icing, you'll get the chance to socialise with your gang and whip up tasty treats to take home and enjoy. What better way to add a touch of creative fun to your Christmas office party?
Get snap happy at a Christmas cracker class
Keen to kick the festive season off with a bang? For a Christmas party idea that will really put a spark in your yuletide, sign your creative gang up for a Christmas cracker making class, where you’ll master the art of creating your own gorgeous handmade crackers. The perfect addition to any festive table!
This mobile class is perfect if you’re planning on hosting your Christmas craft extravaganza at your home or workplace – simply sign up, and your talented teacher will come straight to you, bringing sack loads of goodies with them, just like Santa! You’ll receive everything you need in your craft kit to create six handmade crackers per person, including paper, haberdashery, trim and of course, the all-important snaps, and your crafty professional will teach you how to put it all together into one stylish package. At the end of the papercraft session you’ll have plenty of ‘cracking’ new craft skills, and you’ll be able to head home to continue your creative journey – mix it up with different papers, go wild with embellishments and even add personalised fillers to really put a smile on your guests’ faces this Christmas!
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