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ClassBento's blog on workshops, mindfulness, hobbies and more.
Crafty Summer Picnic Ideas That Won't Break the Bank
Become Britain's best picnic host with our wallet friendly guide to creating a fabulous outdoor fiesta on a budget!
Why Hobbies Make You Happier
Ever wondered why you feel so good when you do something you love? Come and learn about the flow state and how hobbies can give you a mood lift.
Millennial Men Master Macramé
Learning how to macrame isn't just fun, it's also a brilliant chance to create beautiful wall hangings, bags and macrame plant hangers from scra ...
Why Creativity Is the New Self-care
Escape the daily grind and switch off with a little creative self care. From perennials and pottery to watercolours and weaving, anything goes!
How to Play as an Adult (and Why You Should)
Adults deserve to have fun too! Here are three simple steps to getting your childhood playtime back (as a grown-up!)...
Let Your Creativity Bloom This Spring
If you want to experience life in full bloom this Spring, head along to one of our floristry classes in London and let those flower arranging skills ...
I Swapped TV for Craft and Got My Life Back
Looking to make a change? I swapped TV for craft for one week and now I'm never going back...
Waste Not, Want Not: DIY Your Way from Trash to Treasure
Harness some creative know-how and get ready to turn trash into treasure!
Small Ways to Tap Into Your Creativity
Unearth the inner artist within you with five easy steps that will help you shake off your perfectionist fears.
Just Like Nonna Used to Make
Silvana Lanzetta is preserving the pasta making practices of the generations past, using her Grandma’s recipes to share her love of authentic Italian ...
9 Vegan Cooking Classes to Veg Out with in 2025
In need of some veggie inspiration? Discover how to dish up delicious vegan recipes with these fun vegan cooking classes…
Super Simple Ways to Have a Very Happy Veganuary
From sustainable craft workshops to plant based cooking classes, we’ve got everything to make sure you have a very happy Veganuary!
Have a Sustainable New Year with Vegan Friendly Experiences
Looking to embrace Veganuary this new year? Our vegan craft classes and plant based cooking workshops will help you green up your life for good!
Christmas Events Cancelled? Kick Off the New Year with Some January Festivities Instead
From floristry classes and cooking workshops to cocktail shaking, bread baking and picture painting, our Christmas gift experiences work just as ...
Work Christmas Party Ideas That Everyone in Your Office Will Love
Experiment with your Christmas team bonding this year and find a new tradition full of engaging arts and crafts or foodie experiences.
5 Christmas Party Ideas That Will Make You Feel Festive
Make this year's Christmas party unforgettable with creative experiences, festive treats and art workshops full of cheer!
Cracking Homemade Christmas Gifts Your Whole List Will Love
Learn some new skills and give handmade presents this festive season with our fabulous range of Christmas gift experiences.
Make Bath Bombs with Craft + Light
Long Beach craft teacher, Shelley Williams, believes that everyone needs a space to cultivate their creativity, so she opened a place to welcome ...
Make Italian Meals with Cook with Luca
Seasoned chef Luca Favorito from Cook with Luca talks us through his festive holiday favourites and shares what he’s most grateful for in life ...
Make Churros with Tere and Colin Experiences
Join creative Londoners Tere and Colin as they share their festive inspiration and what Christmas means to them.
Make a Christmas Wreath with Ferris Heart Sloane
The flower loving team at Ferris Heart Sloane tell us what sparks joy for them at Christmas, and share top tips on creating a fabulous festive w ...
Make Healthy Christmas Cocktails with the Cocktail Camp
The founder of San Francisco’s Cocktail Camp is a health-conscious mixologist helping everyday Americans feel lighter and brighter with just one ...
Make Santa Studs with Zara Avila
Zara Avila shares her story on how colourful and cute polymer clay creations help her and others see the bright side of life.
Make a Watercolour Christmas Card with Blair Zhang
From picking up a kid’s watercolour kit to life as a full-time illustrator, Sydney-based artist Blair Zhang shares her creative journey.
Make Christmas Flower Arrangements with Peony Story
Fall in love with the art of floristry at Nikki Zeng's fun flower arranging classes with The Peony Story in Sydney.
Make Christmas Cocktails with Pineapple Jam
Pineapple Jam creator and lead cocktail shaker Clinton Weir shares how he got his start in mixology and the motivation behind his creative cocktail ...
Make Chocolate Truffles with R&M Fine Chocolate
We join R&M Chocolates' head chocolatier Raanan as he shows us how to make delicious handmade chocolate truffles and shares his seasonal festive ...
Make Resin Christmas Baubles with Sheri Vegas
From teaching her close friends the basics of resin art to cultivating a mass online following, Sheridan Vigers shares her creative upbringing and ...
Make Chocolate with Z.Cioccolato
Chocolate-maker Mike Zwiefelhofer on hitting the sweet spot when it comes to running a business during a pandemic It’s hard to resist chocolate ...
Make Vegan Shortbread with Caroline Rowe
Meet Caroline Rowe, the passionate foodie inspiring everyday Aussies to get creative in the kitchen and uncover the joys of cooking for one.
Learn Calligraphy with Pascribe
Masterful calligrapher Paul Antonio has a penchant for sharing his passion with like-minded creatives... find out why!
Make Clay Christmas Ornaments with Au Revoir Shiloh
Meet the heart and soul behind Au Revoir Shiloh, Shiloh Blondel, the inspiring pottery teacher who believes clay is best shared with others.
Make Calligraphy Christmas Baubles with Vanessa Opazo
From full-time architect to calligraphy artist, Vanessa Opazo from Bondi Letters shares her inspiring journey into teaching and her mission to empower ...
Make Japanese Gift Wrapping with Larkswold Creative Workshops
Join Melinda and Emma from Larkswold Creative Workshops as they share top tips for Japanese gift wrapping and what the festive season means to t ...
3 Flower Inspired Gift Cards for Christmas 2025
Treat the flower fan and friend in your life to a blooming lovely floral gift experience this festive season with one of our fabulous gift cards ...
Botanical Themed Christmas Gift Experiences for Passionate Plant Lovers
Try a botanical themed craft class with us to combine creativity and greenery. With exciting UK experiences like learning how to make jewellery and ...
Transform Your Gift-Giving with Workshop Experience Gift Cards
Discover why workshop experience gift cards make meaningful presents - support local artisans, create lasting memories, and give sustainable gifts ...
Shake Up Your 2025 Christmas Party with Cocktail Classes
Your search for Christmas party ideas ends here. Here’s why you should shake things up with our range of lip-smacking cocktail classes in the ...
Why Choose Cocktail Making Classes for Your Office Party
Want some crowd-pleasing office Christmas party ideas? Here’s why cocktail making promises to get the good times flowing…
Choose Experience Vouchers to Support Local Creatives This Christmas
Discover how experience vouchers in the UK will help the craft community and ease those festive stresses this Christmas!
Cracking Christmas Gift Experiences for Crafters and Creatives
If you’ve got a craft lover to buy for this festive season, ditch the material presents and opt for one of our creative Christmas gift experiences ...
Easy Ways to Have a Super Sustainable Christmas
If you’re an eco warrior who’s passionate about the planet, green up your festive season this year with our range of sustainable craft classes ...
Support Local UK Artisans with Experience Vouchers This Christmas
Discover how you can support local UK artisans in your area while learning new things with our experience vouchers.
Give a Gift She'll Always Remember with the Best Gift Experiences for Her
From London cooking classes to pottery workshops in Manchester, treat any of the ladies in your life with these amazing experience gifts!
6 Unique Craft Classes to Buy with Experience Gift Vouchers
Ditch the shop bought presents in 2024 and make like simple with our crafty experience gift vouchers – choose from blacksmithing to sewing workshops!
Top Christmas Gift Experiences for Eco-friendly Folk
Need sustainable Christmas gift experiences for the eco-friendly pals in your life? Whether it's a terrarium class for dad or an experience gift ...
Warm Up with Baking Classes This Winter
Snuggle up with warming and delicious baked goods this winter, with help from our baking classes across the UK…
Alternative Christmas Party Ideas for Your Craft Loving Crew
Got a team of crafters to cater for this Christmas? Looking for Christmas party ideas? Our craft classes and workshops make the ideal festive celebration!
