Have a Sustainable New Year with Vegan Friendly Experiences

Once you’re tired of turkey, the decorations have lost their sparkle and you’re sick of the sight of Santa, it can only mean one thing – new year has arrived! If you’re looking for a fresh start and trying to find ways to green up your life this 2024, we’ve got a great range of vegan classes that will help you develop some super simple sustainable practices in no time!

Maybe you’d like to ditch the dairy and embrace a new diet? Or perhaps you’re trying to make sure your beauty routine is as cruelty free as it can possibly be? The thought of going vegan might seem super daunting, but it doesn’t have to be a huge challenge – and we’ve got your back! Whether you’re trying to find plant based recipes for midweek meals, looking for unique birthday gift ideas for your planet loving pal or you’d like to have a go at making your own cruelty free makeup, we’ve got a range of craft classes and cooking workshops that will guide you through the whole process. 

Still not convinced? We’ve rounded up some of our favourite vegan friendly experiences that will help transform your boring old January to a fabulous year-long Veganuary! 

Enjoy the freshest planet friendly food with vegan cooking classes

The secret to a successful Veganuary is taking it slowly; we think it’s important to remember that any changes, no matter how small, are a step in the right direction – and what better way to kick things off than by learning to cook some tasty plant based recipes? Whether you decide to go cold turkey (pardon the pun!) and have a complete dairy detox or just opt to take part in meat free Monday once a week, our range of vegan cooking classes and dairy free baking courses will help you whip up some delicious dinners and decadent desserts that are totally planet friendly.

If you’re keen to make a meal of it and fancy learning to cook a whole vegan feast, our vegan dishes masterclass will teach you everything you need to know to prepare mouth watering plant based appetizers, entrees and desserts; think spicy cauliflower wings, tasty stuffed mushrooms and rich dairy free chocolate mousse to finish. Bored of the same old midweek meals and want to spice things up? Head off to a vegan Indian cooking class in London, where you’ll learn how to master delicious dal, cracking curry and fresh cucumber raita with no meat or dairy in sight, or take your tastebuds on tour with our vegan Mexican street food class. Sweet potato and white bean chilli with spicy coriander mayo, anyone?

Got a sweet tooth that needs satisfying? Learn how to transform your favourite sticky toffee pudding or zesty cheesecake into dairy free versions with our vegan baking class, and then finish off with a lesson in whipping up some vegan chocolate fudge – the perfect birthday gift for your planet loving pal. Or yourself!

Add a cruelty free touch to your home with vegan craft classes

If you’ve already got plenty of plant based recipes in your repertoire and your diet is as vegan friendly as it gets, why not join in with Veganuary by adding a few cruelty free handmade touches to your home instead? Whether you’re an interior aficionado who loves the latest homeware trend or you’re just keen to brighten up a dull space, getting stuck into some vegan friendly crafts will tick all the boxes! 

If you’ve got a bed or sofa that needs to be that little bit cosier, snuggle down and learn to knit or crochet with vegan yarn rather than sheep's wool; available in a variety of bright shades or calm neutrals, it’s as enjoyable to work with and is totally animal friendly! Think eye-catching granny square blankets in a multitude of jewel tones, super soft cable knit cushion covers and giant throws that will keep everyone in the family super warm. If you’re more into sewing and stitching than knitting and purling, we think you’ll definitely love our eco printing workshop, which teaches you how to make beautiful, natural prints on different fabrics. Led by a flower power expert, you’ll discover how to transform blooms and bio-waste into breathtaking printed items; from preparing the fabric right through to creating pretty patterns on cushion covers and bedding, you’ll be guided gently through the whole process and will leave with a host of fabulous cruelty free craft skills! 

Got a nose for a scintillating scent? Shop bought candles and home fragrances are often packed full of chemicals that are harmful to both animals and the environment - boo! If you like your lounge to smell luscious but want to keep it planet friendly, opt for one of our crafty vegan experiences where you’ll learn how to create some cruelty free room scents in no time. For beautiful aromatherapy handmade candles, ditch the beeswax with our vegan friendly candle making class, where you’ll learn how to transform a mix of soy and hemp wax and paraben free fragrances into a gorgeously scented vegan candle – the perfect touch for a blissed out bath time or romantic (vegan friendly!) dinner date. Not into flickering flames? If you’ve got pets (or small children!) around and you need to think safety-first, a natural reed diffuser workshop will teach you how to blend the perfect fragrance from vegan friendly scents and base notes, before finishing with your own signature home scent. 

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Overhaul your bath time with DIY vegan hair care and plant based skin care classes

Nothing better than sinking into a hot, scented bath and lathering away your cares at the end of a long day, right? If you love nothing more than unwinding in the bath with a book, a beverage and some bubbles, why not go vegan for January by switching up some of your favourite products and indulging in a plant based pampering session? Vegan and sustainably sourced bath and body products might often come with a hefty price tag attached, but don’t let this put you off – grab some equipment, sign up for one of our craft classes and learn how to make your own vegan beauty products and plant based skincare instead. Great for your budget and great for the planet – it’s a win-win!

Got some serious zero waste goals? Our solid natural DIY skincare workshop will teach you all the skills you need to make three plant based beauty products to overhaul your routine; a gorgeously scented solid shampoo bar, a nourishing lip balm and a solid moisturiser, all completely natural, ethical and great for both you and the environment! Not keen on solid DIY skincare products? Head off to a vegan lotion making workshop instead, where you’ll be teamed with a local maker who’ll teach you all the tips, tricks and techniques you need to whip up a wonderful vegan moisturiser that will leave your skin soft, nourished and rejuvenated – and won’t harm the animals or the planet!