Amsterdam House of Arts & Crafts

Workshops

Workshops at Amsterdam House of Arts & Crafts: Create, learn, and grow.

Discover your creativity and develop new skills through the workshops at Amsterdam House of Arts & Crafts. Our workshops are for everyone – from beginners to experienced makers, and from individual participants to companies seeking inspiration and connection.

At AHAC, it’s about more than just making something beautiful: it’s about exploring, growing, and challenging yourself in a safe and inspiring environment.

What to expect

In our workshops, the creative process takes center stage. You’ll not only learn techniques, but also how to use your creativity to discover new perspectives, solve problems, and shape your own story. Guided by experienced instructors, you’ll work on unique projects that challenge and inspire you.

Clay & sculpting

Get your hands dirty and make art!
There’s nothing more relaxing than shaping clay exactly the way you want it. Learn simple techniques and create your own sculpture.

You’ll work with different types of clay and tools, develop a feel for form and volume, and experience how calming and meditative sculpting can be.

Painting & drawing

Grab a brush, choose your colors, and let your creativity run wild.
Start with the background and build your way forward. Paint a Vermeer, a Van Gogh, a Bob Ross – or create your own masterpiece!

Learn to work in layers, handle brushstrokes, and play with light and shadow. Be surprised by your own style and grow more confident in your creative process.

Customizing clothes & shoes

Pimp your shoes or clothes and give them a whole new look!
Use fabric paint, patches, studs, and more to bring your style to life. No experience needed – just creativity and a willingness to experiment!

Mozaics

The only workshop where we loveto break things!
Use colorful tiles to create a beautiful tableau or decorate a cheese board, mirror, or serving tray.

You’ll learn about composition, rhythm, and color use, while developing a patient and mindful way of working. Every piece tells its own story.

Summer jewelry making

Work with shiny beads in every color and create stunning necklaces or bracelets.
Add earrings, a glasses chain, or a keychain to your jewelry collection and let your creativity flow!

You'll learn the basics of jewelry design and construction, practice fine motor skills, and develop an eye for detail and color.

Glaze your tableware

You can never have too many bowls or mugs!
Choose a pre-fired bowl or mug and glaze it to match your style. Create your design, go for matte or glossy – or both!

Discover how glaze transforms in the kiln and learn more about color combinations and patterns. The result is a unique piece of tableware you can use every day.

Kimono

Choose your fabric and learn how to make a kimono.
Cutting, ironing, pinning, and sewing – we guide you step by step. Take home a unique garment!

Develop an understanding of fabric handling, fit, and finishing techniques. A blend of craftsmanship and self-expression with a stylish result.

Sneakers

Set the trend and give your sneakers character!
Design your own style with colors, shapes, and materials that suit you. Let your creativity shine and create shoes everyone will want to wear. Discover how design works and what comfort and style truly mean. Learn to spot trends and make them completely your own.

Action Painting

This is where it happens!
Grab a brush, dip it in paint, and fling it onto the canvas. Release your energy and experience the power of color, texture, and movement. Work on a large expressive painting.

This workshop helps you let go, channel your energy, and create intuitively. It’s a powerful group activity full of spontaneity and fun.

Making jewelry with polymer clay

Make your own beads, pendants, and earrings with Fimo clay!
Choose colors, mix, and shape them however you like. The clay is baked at a low temperature, and you’ll go home with unique jewelry.

Experiment with shapes, patterns, and techniques like marbling and inlay. Discover how fun it is to create wearable art.

Leather bag making

Choose your style, learn, design, and make your own unique bag – anyone can do it, and you’ll take home a timeless accessory.

Learn to work with leather, cutting techniques, and assembling functional designs. A workshop for both beginners and design enthusiasts.

Paint pouring

Addictive and fascinating!
Mix acrylic paint with a medium so it flows smoothly over the canvas. Play with colors, swiping, swirling, and be surprised by the explosion of shapes and bubbles.

You’ll discover the effects of color and fluidity, learn to balance control with chance, and go home with an abstract painting full of depth and movement.

Upcyclen & recyclen

Make something new out of something old!
Bring an old sweater or jeans and turn them into slippers. Or upcycle leftover materials into a piece of art. The possibilities are endless!

This workshop encourages sustainable thinking, creative problem-solving, and helps you see “waste” in a new light. Every project is unique and personal.

Candle making

Choose a mold, a color, and a design to create your own set of candles.
Work in layers, use decorative wax, or add sprinkles. Perfect for gifting or brightening up your home!

Discover how to combine scent, color, and shape in a handmade product. A cozy, calming workshop where you create something truly beautiful.

COMPANY OUTINGS

Are you looking for a creative company outing. Then we have a selection of the best workshops in town. 


Located in the city center easily accessible with public transport and close to all the finest restaurants in (China) Town.

We offer different workshops from painiting, to clay, beading, upcycling and bagmaking. 


We can host up to 30 people in one workshop room. We have three rooms available for workshops, so larger groups are also possible. 


Would you like to add drinks, lunch or meeting to the mix, please contact us and inquire about the possibilities.

SKILLED PROFESSIONALS

Our teachers are all skilled in the art they teach. They love to share their knowledge and love the materials they work with.


Let our expert team show you what you can do in 2 hours. You will be amazed by the results and the fun you had in the process.


We offer workshops where every individual makes an individual product, be it a necklace, mosïac tray or clay object. 


Group art work is also possible. Work with the whole team to make one masterpiece (Mosaïc, Painting or sculpture) to hang or place in your company or home. 

REGULAR WORKSHOPS

Amsterdam House of Arts & Crafts offers regular workshops in different Arts & Crafts. 


Everybody can join in and learn about a new material or technique. Enhance your skillset and learn new ways to express your creativity.


Come alone or bring a friend. 


See the workshop & course agenda for dates and times.

 

Are you hooked? The join one of our many courses and immerse yourself even further. The possibilities are endless.

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