Seasonal Craft Workshops · Sydney

Halloween & Christmas craft workshops with a TWIST.

Glowing bottle lanterns, squishy clay pumpkins, hand-painted baubles and more. Seasonal craft classes for kids (and a few for grown-ups) at our Caringbah South studio, guided by a professional artist. Every creation goes home with you.

This season's line-up

Pick a workshop,
grab a spot

Small groups fill fast, so book early. All times are Sydney time and you'll pay securely when you book.

  • Moody Glass Bottle Lanterns craft workshop at PLAYCARNIVAL
    Halloween

    Moody Glass Bottle Lanterns

    Paint spooky silhouettes on a glass bottle, melt crayon drips down the sides, tie on a beaded string, then pop a light inside and watch it glow.

    • Sat 17 Oct, 9:00am
    • 2 hours
    • $55
    Book a spot
  • Mexican Skull Plaster Workshop craft workshop at PLAYCARNIVAL
    Halloween

    Mexican Skull Plaster Workshop

    Wake up a plaster skull with vibrant paints or markers, then shape a little pumpkin from the fluffiest air clay. It feels like squishing a cloud!

    • Sun 18 Oct, 3:00pm
    • 1 hour
    • $39
    Book a spot
  • 3D Squishy Clay Pumpkins craft workshop at PLAYCARNIVAL
    HalloweenDrop-off

    3D Squishy Clay Pumpkins

    Build a giant pumpkin up with soft, bouncy clay until it's the puffiest one on the street. Ready to hang on your Halloween door.

    • Sun 25 Oct, 9:30am
    • 1 hour
    • $39
    Book a spot
  • Modern Pumpkin: Chrome, Pink & Burgundy craft workshop at PLAYCARNIVAL
    Halloween

    Modern Pumpkin: Chrome, Pink & Burgundy

    Traditional orange is out. Glue, sparkling gems and this year's trend shades turn your pumpkin into a chic Halloween centrepiece.

    • Sat 31 Oct, 9:00am
    • 2 hours
    • $55
    Book a spot
  • Halloween T-shirts craft workshop at PLAYCARNIVAL
    HalloweenDrop-off

    Halloween T-shirts

    Calling all little monsters! Fabric paints, textile markers and spooky stencils turn a plain tee into the coolest Halloween outfit. Bring a tee or add one on.

    • Sat 31 Oct, 11:00am
    • 1 hour
    • $35
    Book a spot
  • Christmas Pillow Case craft workshop at PLAYCARNIVAL
    ChristmasAdults

    Christmas Pillow Case

    Paint a plain pillowcase with reindeer, stars or a secret Christmas message. Keep it for Christmas Eve or wrap it as the sweetest handmade gift.

    • Sun 1 Nov, 9:30am
    • 1 hour
    • $39
    Book a spot
  • Christmas Wooden Wall Decoration craft workshop at PLAYCARNIVAL
    ChristmasKids

    Christmas Wooden Wall Decoration

    Pick a holiday stencil and bring a little wooden sign to life with bright, happy colours. Made to hang on the bedroom door all December.

    • Sat 7 Nov, 9:30am
    • 1 hour
    • $39
    Book a spot
  • Christmas Gift Bag craft workshop at PLAYCARNIVAL
    ChristmasKids

    Christmas Gift Bag

    Join our VIP elf crew and design a one-of-a-kind gift bag with paints, stencils, glitter and sprinkles. The perfect hiding spot for a favourite present.

    • Sat 14 Nov, 9:30am
    • 1 hour
    • $39
    Book a spot
  • Christmas Baubles craft workshop at PLAYCARNIVAL
    ChristmasKids

    Christmas Baubles

    Layer festive papers and satin ribbons in Santa's secret studio to make a decoupage bauble. Hang it on the tree or gift it to someone you love.

    • Sat 21 Nov, 11:00am
    • 1 hour
    • $39
    Book a spot
  • Christmas T-shirt craft workshop at PLAYCARNIVAL
    ChristmasKids

    Christmas T-shirt

    Stencils, brushes and bright fabric paints turn a plain tee into a holiday masterpiece. Wear it all season or wrap it up as a handmade gift.

    • Sat 28 Nov, 9:30am
    • 1 hour
    • $35
    Book a spot
See all dates and times

Looking for year-round classes? Explore our kids craft workshops.

How it works

Simple for you.
Pure magic for them.

  1. 1

    Pick a workshop

    Browse the line-up and choose the one that makes their eyes light up.

  2. 2

    Book online

    Secure a spot in a minute through our booking page.

  3. 3

    Drop off and relax

    Arrive a few minutes early, then grab a coffee at Our Father next door or stroll to the playground.

  4. 4

    Take it home

    Every lantern, pumpkin and bauble goes home ready to show off.

Why parents love it

Real techniques,
happy messy hands

Our sessions are full of chatter, laughter and paint-splashed aprons. Kids get so absorbed in creating that they forget about the clock.

  • Guided by a professional artist

    Lucia's artwork has been exhibited from Sydney to LA and Dubai. In the studio, she's a calm, playful guide who makes every child feel at ease.

  • Small, relaxed groups

    Plenty of one-on-one help, so every child learns a new technique and leaves proud of their piece.

  • Everything included

    Paints, clay, stencils, gems, glitter and aprons are all waiting on the table.

  • Drop-off friendly

    Hand over at the door and enjoy some kid-free time. Our artist holds a valid Working with Children Check.

Free to reschedule with 3 days' notice. Spots are limited, so bookings can't be cancelled.
Halloween glass bottle lanterns painted at a PLAYCARNIVAL workshop
3D squishy clay pumpkin made by a child
Decoupage Christmas bauble

What a beautiful way to spend an hour! Lucia was so warm and friendly and the workshop was thoroughly enjoyed by our three children! Highly recommend for any children who enjoy art and are ready to explore beyond just a paint brush.

Charlie Clarke
PLAYCARNIVAL parent
Common questions

Things parents
usually ask us

What ages are the craft workshops for?

Our kids craft workshops suit ages 6 and up. A few sessions, like the Christmas Pillow Case, are made for grown-ups and are labelled on the card.

Where is the PLAYCARNIVAL studio?

Our studio is in Caringbah South, in Sydney's Sutherland Shire. Our Father café, a playground and local shops are right nearby, and the beach is a 5-minute drive away.

Can I drop my child off?

Yes, our workshops are drop-off friendly. Parents drop off and pick up in person, and our artist holds a valid Working with Children Check.

Do we need to bring anything?

Nothing for most sessions. We provide every material plus aprons. For T-shirt workshops, bring a plain tee or add one on when you book.

What if we can't make it on the day?

You can reschedule for free with 3 days' notice. Spots are limited, so we don't offer cancellations.

Can we book a private workshop or party?

Absolutely. Any of these workshops can become a private birthday party or group session, including school, homeschool and NDIS groups. Send us an enquiry below and we'll put it together.

Private parties & groups

Didn't find a date?
Make it a party

Any workshop on this page can become a private birthday party or group session. Tell us your preferred date, group size and favourite workshop, and we'll come back with options.

  • Birthday parties, school and homeschool groups
  • NDIS and private group sessions
  • All materials, setup and aprons included
  • Guided by a professional artist
Glow in the dark kids art birthday party at PLAYCARNIVAL in Sydney