Looking for a gift that’s thoughtful, creative and a little bit magical? Whether you’re buying for a jewellery-obsessed best friend, a budding artist, or someone who simply loves a cosy craft night with a cup of tea, Yuup has an experience that will light them up.
Here’s your ultimate gift guide for craft lovers - full of hands-on workshops hosted by talented makers across Bristol, Birmingham, Brighton & Hove and Cardiff. Every experience is instantly bookable, making gifting beautifully easy this Christmas!
For the sparkle-obsessed
Perfect for jewellery lovers and shiny-thing collectors
If your giftee is always wearing handmade jewellery or can’t resist a bit of bling, these jewellery-making experiences will make their entire year.
Silver Ring Making Workshop - Brighton & Hove
A beautiful experience where they’ll saw, solder, shape and polish their very own silver ring. Ideal for a bespoke gift - and a truly unforgettable workshop.
Beginners Ring Making Workshop - Bristol
A friendly, relaxed intro to silversmithing where guests craft their own statement ring. Perfect for beginners wanting to try jewellery-making for the first time.
Silver Clay Charm Making - Bristol
Silver clay = magic. It looks like clay, fires like pottery, and transforms into solid silver. They’ll create charms that turn into heirloom-quality pieces.
Acrylic Paint Pour Jewellery - Birmingham
A mesmerising craft experience where vibrant acrylic pours become wearable art. Each pendant is a one-of-a-kind mini masterpiece.
Make a Ceramic Jewellery Tray or Trinket Dish - Bristol
A gorgeous clay workshop where they hand-build a sparkling trinket dish to hold their favourite pieces.
Perfect for: jewellery lovers, accessory obsessives, people who love sparkly things, teens & adults alike.
For the hands-on creatives
For the people who always want to “make it themselves”
If they love getting stuck into clay, paint or hands-on making, these experiences will keep their creative spark glowing.
Make a Mug Ceramic Workshop (BYOB) - Bristol
Hand-build a custom mug (with drinks welcome!). A playful, friendly workshop full of creativity.
Pottery Wheel Workshop for Beginners - Birmingham
A classic pottery wheel experience where they’ll learn to centre, shape and throw their first pot.
Make a Pasta Bowl - Bristol & Bath
A hugely popular class mixing ceramics with plenty of laughs - perfect for creative gifting.
Crafty Pottery: Hand-Building & Wheel Throwing - Bristol
A full pottery experience exploring both hand-building and the wheel, great for those who want to try it all.
Beginners Pottery Throwing Wheel Class - Brighton & Hove
A welcoming intro to the wheel with fantastic local hosts - ideal for beginners.
Perfect for: tactile makers, clay-lovers, budding potters, people who love creative experiences over “things.”
For the budding artists
For the ones who doodle on everything and love to make art
These experiences are joyful, colourful and perfect for bringing out their inner artist.
Dog Life Drawing Classes - Bristol
Yes, you draw dogs. Wholesome, hilarious and surprisingly relaxing.
Paint & Sip - Brighton & Hove
Art + laughs + a glass of wine = the ideal night out. A brilliant gift for friends or couples.
Pottery Painting at Barn Studio - Birmingham
Choose a ceramic piece and decorate it with your own patterns, colours and designs.
PopUp Painting - Bristol
Guided painting with drinks, music and good vibes - no experience needed.
Plant Pot Painting - Cardiff
A plant lover’s dream: paint a gorgeous terracotta pot to brighten up their home.
Perfect for: art enthusiasts, creative friends, fun-loving couples, anyone who wants a joyful night out.
For the cosy-at-heart
The ultimate gifts for warm, crafty homebodies
If they love snug evenings, soft lighting and gentle slow-craft vibes, they’ll adore these cosy experiences.
Make an Oil Burner at Wiper & True Taproom - Bristol
A relaxed workshop in a local taproom where they’ll craft a ceramic oil burner, ready for scents and cosy evenings.
Scent Blending & Candle Making - Cardiff
Guests blend their own fragrance and pour a personalised candle - a gorgeous sensory gift.
Learn Cable Knitting - Bristol
Knitting lovers will adore mastering this beautiful textured technique in a warm, welcoming setting.
Make Soy Candles with Essential Oils & Dyes - Brighton & Hove
A soothing, fragrant workshop ideal for mindfulness-seekers and candle obsessives.
Perfect for: homebodies, candle lovers, wellbeing fanatics, slow crafters.
Why experience gifts make the best gifts
Craft experiences make gifting feel meaningful:
- They’re personal and thoughtful
- They support local makers and artists
- They create memories, not clutter
- They spark creativity and wellbeing
