Pottery making is another mindful hobby that not only helps relieve your stress after a hectic day of work, but also boosts your confidence and allows you to express yourself in a creative way.

Tucked inside Hong Kong’s art and heritage gem, Tai Kwun, Touch Ceramics is an inspirational space for visitors to appreciate ceramic works and experience the joy of making porcelains. For those who are new to ceramics, don’t worry, Touch Ceramic’s regular workshops are suitable for all levels. The tutors here are professional and attentive, and they will assist you in crafting a unique piece that best describes your personality.

If you’re looking to join a small class with more individual attention given, head to Two Parts Studio, another highly-acclaimed pottery atelier that offers workshops for students offered at beginner and improver levels with a limit of four people. You’ll be able to try your hand at creating cups, bowls, teapots, vases, and many more. 

Discover more at touchcermics.com; twopartstudio.com

Food lovers, this one's for you. The private cooking class offered at Yum Cha will lead you to explore the delicious secrets of dim sum—one of the city’s most beloved culinary traditions.

Best known for its innovative approach to dim sum, Yum Cha is big on offering dishes that equal parts delicious and Insta-worthy. Doggy Sausage Rolls and BBQ Piggy Buns are just some of the adorable creations you’ll find here. Besides learning how to craft classic dim sums such as hot custard buns and pork and shrimp siu mai, you’ll also get to enjoy a scrumptious afternoon tea set during the workshop.

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Glassmaking isn’t probably the first leisure activity that comes into mind when you hear the word “hobby”, as the name may fool you into thinking you require good technical skills and good artistic ability. But with the right instruction offered by Glazden, anyone can master the technique of blowing air through a tube of semi-molten glass to craft beautiful glass objects.  
 
Hidden one of the quiet corners in Wan Chai, Glazden is an independent studio that specialises in glass sculpture that offers a plethora of glassblowing workshops, teaching guests how to make galaxy pendants, cups, wine glasses, Bohemia crystal roses, to name just a few. 
 
Discover more at glazden.com

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Have you ever wished that you could design your own shoes? Shoe Artistry is the brand to know. Offering a bespoke shoe service and a wide array of quality shoemaking workshops, it’s one of the very few shoemaking labels in Hong Kong which strives to preserve and promote traditional shoemaking heritage.

Whether it's ladies sandals, unisex leather sneakers or ankle boots, the passionate team behind Shoe Artistry will make sure you have learnt the essential skills to craft your masterpiece without relying much on machinery. If you’re looking for a hands-on creative course to spend your free time feeling more rewarding, this one is for you.

Discover more at shoeartistry.com.hk

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Running since 2014, Obellery is a relaxing studio that houses an exquisite collection of artisan craft and designer jewellery. In addition to its beautiful interiors and quality handmade creations, Obellery also hosts a number of jewellery and metal workshops for visitors to produce a unique piece of gem by themselves.

Experienced tutors will walk you through the basic silversmithing skills including piercing, hammering and polishing, depending on the type of jewellery you decide to make. You can show up empty-handed—just bring your enthusiasm—as the studio will provide all the tools you need to create silver rings, bangles, pendants and more.

Discover more at obellery.com

Those with a penchant for all things crafty will love the weaving workshops hosted by Make and Do Hong Kong. Here, guests will learn the basics of different weaving techniques, crafting everything from macrame earrings, shoulder bags, to dream catcher and even beautiful embroidery hoops inspired by Hong Kong cultures such as trams, dim sum and the Star Ferry. Places are filling up fast, so be sure to book well ahead! 

Discover more at makeandohk.com

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Embrace your inner artist and spend a creative afternoon learning to craft a beautiful mosaic Turkish lamp at Mosaic Art Studio HK. This place is known as Hong Kong’s first and only studio which offers mosaic lamp making workshops led by a Turkish tutor, where guests can learn to design and decorate their very own lamps with colourful glass beads, whilst enjoying Turkish tea and light desserts. The studio also hosts other interesting cultural workshops that teach students how to brew signature Turkish coffee and do Ebru painting (Turkish marbling art) on a silk scarf.  

Discover more at mosaicartstudio.hk
 

Embrace your inner artist and spend a creative afternoon learning the art of miniature gardening at Bonart. The studio features an extensive selection of terrarium building workshops, where you’re invited to arrange your choice of succulents, bonsai plants, fresh moss, pebbles and even tiny toy figures to design your very own green terrarium.

The workshops take approximately 1.5 hours to complete and the whole process requires plenty of patience, imagination and planning—but you’ll be able to take home a beautiful mini garden and add a little green to brighten up your space.

Discover more at bonart-hk.com

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Gather your friends and head to motto carpe diem for a fun, rewarding leather crafting experience. The classes here are beginner-friendly, where visitors will be given all the tools and materials they needed to create all kinds of leather goods by hand, including wallet, watch strap, belt, bracelet and many more.

An extensive array of sewing kits is also available at the studio if you want to try your hand at creating a leather item in the comfort of your own home.  

Discover more at mottocd.com

Rediscover your inner zen at Homeland Tea Garden, which offers unique Chinese tea appreciation courses prepared by local professional tea masters in a tranquil atmosphere.

From debunking common myths about tea, to teaching you how to brew a delicious cup of tea with the right amount of water and tea leaves, you’ll be able to explore Chinese tea culture to the fullest here. Not only does tea appreciation help you to slow down and value the present moment, but it also evokes a sense of wellbeing and calm. A perfect mindful alternative to meditation.

Discover more at homelandteagarden.com

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Located amidst the hustle and bustle of Wan Chai, KA Atelier is a painting studio which offers you a perfect spot to relax and get those creative juices flowing under the guidance of experienced tutors.

If drawing Chinese motifs such as bamboo and flowers on a two-dimensional rice paper doesn’t sound fun and challenging enough for you, the studio also hosts other workshops that teach students how to paint and design on various mediums including Chinese teacups, silk fans and wooden jewellery boxes. A free-flow of freshly brewed complimentary Chinese tea will be also served for a truly pleasurable painting experience—what’s not to love?

Discover more at ka-atelier.com

This article was originally published on February 3, 2020 and was updated on February 9, 2022.

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