Saigon may always be bustling with various dining, entertainment, and events, but if you need a relaxing experience or to learn new skills in a quieter space or in a colorful space, the workshops below may be suggestions worth trying.
Jesmonite coaster making workshop - Nua Thuoc Shop
At Nua Thuoc Shop, people create and combine different materials such as wood, Resin, Jesmonite and breathe life into everyday objects such as jewelry hangers, table clocks, candy boxes, cutting boards, trays..., creating a completely new look.
When participating in the workshop, you will learn about Jesmonite material - this is a new material that is loved by artists around the world because of its high applicability, can create many products for interior, decoration, jewelry... and can replace cement, resin, especially very environmentally friendly. Jesmonite is easy to manipulate, hardens quickly and has extremely standard color. After 2 hours of experience in the workshop, you can create 2 unique coaster designs based on your creativity.
- Time: every Saturday
- Location: 1st floor, 159 Hoang Dieu, Ward 9, District 4
- Cost: 290,000 VND/person, including materials, tools and 1 drink
- Facebook:www.facebook.com/halfametercrafthouse
Ceramic and Mosaic Experience Studio - Toong teng Ceramic & Mosaic Studio
Making your own ceramic and mosaic art is a great choice for those who love creativity and painting. Even if you are not confident in your aesthetic ability, you can still create unique “Do It Yourself” products with the enthusiastic guidance of Toong Teng.
Carefully kneading with clay, patiently shaping each step of the cup, plate or small statue..., applying a layer of color and enamel to your product... After only 3 hours, you have completed the product and about 3 weeks later, you can cherish your own handmade product.
In addition, if you want to challenge your dexterity with small details, you can choose to experience making Mosaic paintings, mosaic art or also known as mosaic paintings. A completely new space with colorful pieces will help you unleash your creativity, combine small ceramic pieces or cut and paste different pieces of glass to create a colorful sparkling picture in just 4 hours.
- Pottery making time: 2-5pm (Monday to Friday) and 10am-1pm / 2-5pm (Saturday, Sunday)
- Mosaic making time: 2-7pm (Monday to Friday) and 10am-2pm / 3-7pm (Saturday, Sunday)
- Location: 2nd floor, building 33/11 Ly Van Phuc, Tan Dinh ward, district 1
- Cost: 350,000 - 500,000 VND/ceramic product (depending on the size and sophistication of the product), 500,000 - 700,000 VND/painting (depending on the frame size 15x15; 20x20 & 20x30), including materials and tools
- Facebook:www.facebook.com/ToongTengCeramic
Mini workshop on Embroidering fabric bags - May Corner
If you not only love colors but also have a passion for precision down to the smallest detail, May Corner will be the right choice for the workshop "Embroidery of flowers, leaves, or whatever you like on fabric bags".
Embroidery is a form of decorative art on fabric or other materials, and can be combined with a variety of materials such as thread, beads, pearls, sequins, ribbons, etc. to create outstanding patterns and motifs on pillowcases, clothes, hats, etc. Coming to May Corner, you will be able to "draw" flowers and leaves with needle and thread on a canvas bag. During the 3-hour workshop, everyone will be guided through 10 basic embroidery stitches to embroider flowers, leaves, and letters. Don't worry too much if you make a mistake or get your thread tangled, the host will help you untangle it and complete your work.
- Time: from Thursday to Saturday with 3 time slots: 9am-11:30am, 1pm-3:30pm, 6pm-8:30pm
- Location: The Open Space - 232/13 Vo Thi Sau, District 3 (morning) and Hoa Cuc Cafe - 2 Phan Liem, District 1 (evening)
- Cost: 200,000 VND/person, including materials, tools and cloth bag
- Facebook:www.facebook.com/littlemaycorner
Relaxing Painting - Tipsy Art
Even if you do not have a talent for painting, you can still register to draw at Tipsy Art because this is an experiential space that brings relaxation and joy to everyone. Every week, Tipsy Art has a different painting theme to always bring new emotions and energy. In addition, in each workshop, you will learn more about color mixing, painting techniques and drawing according to Tipsy's step-by-step instructions. After 3 hours, your work will be completed.
Not only providing enthusiastic guidance, Tipsy can also inspire you in painting, help you feel the spirit of the painting and have interesting artistic experiences.
- Time: Thursday afternoon, Friday and all day Saturday, Sunday every week
- Location: 6B Nguyen Canh Chan, Nguyen Cu Trinh ward, District 1
- Cost: 400,000 VND/person, including tools, ingredients and 1 drink
- Website:https://tipsyart.vn/
