Monday 22 September 9 am - 3 pm
Crystal Babies(watercolours, air-dry clay)
Come and join us to explore the fascinating world of crystals and geodes! In the morning, we will learn about the beauty of crystals and geodes and create unique artworks inspired by them using watercolour techniques. In the afternoon, we'll create "Crystal Babies" from air-dry clay and decorate them with real crystals. This class is suitable for beginners. All Art materials are provided.
COST: This class is at full capacity.
Tuesday 23 September 9 am - 3 pm
Mixed-Up Animals
(drawing,design,sewing)
Join us to explore surrealism and create quirky, imaginative animals! In the morning, we'll design and sketch a new breed of animals, incorporating collage elements. In the afternoon, we'll pick our favourite design and transfer it onto fabric to sew our unique animals. This class is suitable for beginners. All Art materials are provided.
COST: $75
Wednesday 24 September 9 am - 3 pm
Felted Flowers
(felting, sewing)
Come and learn the traditional art of wet felting and make flowers from wool fibre. In the morning, we will have fun with the wet felting technique, learning to make felt and felted flowers. In the afternoon, we will sew beads and details with beading techniques. This class is suitable for beginners. All Art materials are provided.
COST: $75
Thursday 25 September 9 am - 3 pm
Van Gogh Landscapes
(soft pastels, painting, clay)
Come and celebrate the amazing artist Vincent Van Gogh and his famous piece, Wheatfield with Cypresses! In the morning, we will have fun creating textured artworks using acrylic paint and soft pastels. In the afternoon, we’ll bring his artwork to life with air clay, capturing the beautiful curves of the landscapes, cypress trees, grasses, and clouds. Prepare for a hands-on experience filled with texture, paint and clay. This class is suitable for beginners. All Art materials are provided.
COST: This class is at full capacity.
Friday 26 September 9 am - 3 pm
Hundertwasser & Acrylic Pouring (collage, acrylic pouring)
Join us to discover the incredible artist Hundertwasser and his amazing artworks with a fun collage inspired by his art. His bold and organic lines have established him as one of the world's famous contemporary painters. In the afternoon, we will explore the magic of Acrylic Pouring. We'll learn how to create a pouring medium and embrace the fun of moving paints on the canvas, learning the puddle technique. This class is suitable for beginners. All Art materials are provided.
COST: This class is at full capacity.
Monday 29 September 9 am - 3 pm
Crystal Babies(watercolours, air-dry clay)
Come and join us to explore the fascinating world of crystals and geodes! In the morning, we will learn about the beauty of crystals and geodes and create unique artworks inspired by them using watercolour techniques. In the afternoon, we'll create "Crystal Babies" from air-dry clay and decorate them with real crystals. This class is suitable for beginners. All Art materials are provided.
COST: This class is at full capacity.
Tuesday 30 September 9 am - 3 pm
Story Box: Create your own fairy tale (paper,paint,clay)
Join us for a day filled with fun and fairy tales! In the morning, we will bring your favourite storybook or fairy tale to life using paper construction and boxes. After we paint and decorate our scenes, we'll create figures, heroes, cute animals, and mischievous villains from air clay. This class is suitable for beginners. All Art materials are provided.
COST: This class is at full capacity.
Wednesday 1 October 9 am - 3 pm
Felted Piggies in a Tin (needle felting,clay,paper)
Join us for a fun day of learning the traditional technique of needle felting as we create adorable guinea pigs from raw wool! In the afternoon, we'll craft more friends, food and treats from wool, clay and paper. Don't miss this creative day to explore your artistic side and take home your handmade felted piggies. This class is suitable for children aged 7 and above. All Art materials are provided.
COST: This class is at full capacity.
Thursday 2 October 9 am - 3 pm
Van Gogh Landscapes
(soft pastels, painting, clay)
Come and celebrate the amazing artist Vincent Van Gogh and his famous piece, Wheatfield with Cypresses! In the morning, we will have fun creating textured artworks using acrylic paint and soft pastels. In the afternoon, we’ll bring his artwork to life with air clay, capturing the beautiful curves of the landscapes, cypress trees, grasses, and clouds. Prepare for a hands-on experience filled with texture, paint and clay. This class is suitable for beginners. All Art materials are provided.
COST: $75
Friday 3 October 9 am - 3 pm
Chagall & Acrylic Pouring
(chalk art, acrylic pouring)
Join us on a journey as we discover the world of Marc Chagall and his distinctive dreamlike art style. In the morning, we'll examine Chagall's vibrant use of colour in several of his works, particularly "Le Mariée." Inspired by his art, we'll create artwork using soft pastels. In the afternoon, we will have fun with the exciting technique of Acrylic Pouring. Each student will work on their canvas, learning the swipe technique. This class is suitable for beginners. All Art materials are provided.
COST: This class is at full capacity.
Holiday Programme Information
The Crafty Steps Holiday Programme is a skills-based introductory program, teaching simple Arts and Crafts techniques. Our programme is run in a small creative environment to nurture a passion for learning. The number of students is limited to ten to ensure the best learning outcomes and promote a fun experience for each student.
Each student must bring a drink bottle, morning tea and lunch. Fruit will be provided. If it is a wet day, please bring a raincoat or jacket.
Fees are to be paid at the time of booking. We do not refund Holiday Programme fees if your child is unwell to unable to attend. However, we will give you a credit to choose another programme or class in the future.
Caregivers are not required to stay during our class time.However, you are welcome to wait till your child is settled in and happy for you to leave.
Our Holiday Programme is being held at The Crafty Steps Studio, 18 Collingwood Street, New Brighton, Christchurch. VIEW OUR LOCATION.
Gallery from Past Holiday Programmes
