Art and craft workshops in Singapore can get pricey with materials, space, and professional guidance all adding up. But thanks to the $100 SG Culture Pass credits, we can now try them out on the government’s dime.
The idea is simple: the credits encourage us to explore arts and heritage experiences around the island, and there are plenty of options that qualify. From crowd-favourite pottery classes to lesser-known ones like jagua tattooing, we’ve rounded up a mix of workshops to redeem your SG Culture Pass credits that’ll spark your creativity.
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| Activity | Organiser | What’s included | Price |
| Pottery | Common Touch | 5 ceramic pieces | From $100 |
| Kueh magnet making | Arudio Ceramic | 5 ceramic magnets | From $46 |
| Kintsugi | LivArtFully | 1 reassembled pottery piece | From $94 |
| Resin coaster | Floral Knots | 1 orchid resin coaster | $88 |
| Tile painting | Visual Arts Centre | 1 painted tile | $48 |
| Paper making | Print N Matters | Upcycled paper | $37.65 |
| Batik clay art | Hands On Klay | Earrings, keychain, or pendant | From $100 |
| Jagua tattoo | HEYCYANN | Hand-drawn piece on yourself & starter kit | From $180 |
| Balloon splatter art | Art Pop | 1 canvas | From $85 |
| Floral lampworking | Gurasu House | 1 stalk of glass flower | $137.40 |
| LED neon sign | RetroCade SG | 1 neon sign | From $100 |
| Caricature drawing | Visual Arts Centre | 1 caricature drawing | From $55 |
| Pottery painting | Hue Your Days | Cup, plate, or vase | $60 |
| Rubber stamp carving | Artify Studio | Rubber stamps | From $100 |
Image adapted from: @commontouchcraft via Instagram
If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at pottery without committing to a full course, the 3-hour Craft Your Story: A Common Touch Pottery Workshop (from $100) by Common Touch might just be for you. You’ll learn 2 key techniques, hand-building and wheel-throwing, throughout the duration of the workshop.
For hand-building, you’ll use a pinching method to create 1 large or 2 small pieces, then personalise them with your favourite colours. On the potter’s wheel, you get 4 attempts, but can only pick 3 to fire, so choose wisely.
When the workshop is over, you’ll walk away with 5 unique ceramic pieces. Do the math, and that’s $20 per piece – not bad for a few hours of fun, guidance, and creative satisfaction.
Book the Craft Your Story: A Common Touch Pottery Workshop.
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Whoever said you can’t take your favourite kueh home as magnets has been lying. The Kueh Magnet Making Workshop (from $46) by Arudio Ceramic lets you sculpt and decorate 5 ceramic magnets inspired by traditional delights like ang ku kueh and tutu kueh.
You’ll be working with air-dry clay before painting them, easy enough to be a kid-friendly activity if you want to bring the little ones along. The best part is your magnets go home with you in classic plastic packaging – just like the real deal – so you can proudly stick your mini kueh on the fridge.
Book the Kueh Magnet Making Workshop.
Image adapted from: @livartfullysg via Instagram
Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with “gold” – although here, it’s actually done with metallic paint and fast-drying epoxy to achieve the same effect.
At the Modern Kintsugi Workshop (from $94) by LivArtFully, the session begins with a reflection on imperfection, followed by the symbolic act of breaking and reassembling pottery. Over 2.5 to 3.5 hours, you’ll create a unique piece while you enjoy some much-needed me-time.
All materials are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own brokenware if you have something sentimental to resurrect.
Book the Modern Kintsugi Workshop.
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The Orchid Floral Resin Coaster Workshop ($88) by Floral Knots lets you design a practical yet aesthetic art piece that’s both functional and useful. You’ll pick out preserved flowers and arrange them to your liking, before sealing everything in with resin for that glossy finish.
Since resin takes a few days to cure, your masterpiece won’t be ready to take home right away. You’ll need to pop by again to collect it, or have it delivered to you via courier for $5.
Book the Orchid Floral Resin Coaster Workshop.
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At the Tile Painting Workshop ($48) by Visual Arts Centre, you’ll spend 2 hours designing and painting your own ceramic tile, taking inspiration from Peranakan motifs and familiar Singapore icons.
The session kicks off with a short intro on the history behind traditional Peranakan tiles and Singapore landmarks, before you start getting hands-on with paints and brushes. Rest assured that the session is guided step-by-step by instructors, so even total beginners can create something frame-worthy.
Book the Tile Painting Workshop.
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Print N Matters, an art studio specialising in print and paper crafts, runs a Papermaking Workshop ($37.65) that’s equal parts eco-friendly and relaxing. You’ll learn how to upcycle paper pulp and transform it into handcrafted sheets in different colours and textures – perfect for journaling, gift cards, or just to keep as pretty keepsakes.
Trainers will guide you through the entire process, so all you have to do is focus on enjoying the slow, therapeutic act of creating something from scratch.
Book the Papermaking Workshop.
Image adapted from: @handsonklay via Instagram
The Batik Clay Art Experience (from $100) by Hands On Klay combines craft with culture, as you learn to condition clay, blend colours, and imprint Batik-inspired designs under the guidance of local artisans.
Along the way, you’ll also get to know more about the significance of Batik and how its motifs reflect Singapore’s diverse heritage. At the end of the session, you’ll bring home a handcrafted accessory of your choice – either a pair of earrings, a keychain, or a pendant.
Book the Batik Clay Art Experience.
Those who’ve ever toyed with the idea of getting inked but aren’t ready for the commitment can consider jagua tattoos as a great middle ground. Similar to henna, these natural tattoos last up to 2 weeks – long enough to show off, but not forever.
Jrawing with Jagua (from $180) at HEYCYANN is beginner-friendly, so no art experience is required. The session is split into 6 parts, starting with an intro to jagua, linework, and shading, before moving on to analysing different tattoo styles. You’ll then get hands-on with your own designs, ending with the most exciting bit – inking a final piece on yourself.
Each participant also goes home with a starter kit that includes specially formulated jagua ink for darker, longer-lasting stains.
Book Jrawing with Jagua.
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For anyone who thinks art jamming is a little too tame, the Balloon Splatter Art Workshop (from $85) by Art Pop takes things further. Instead of just brushes and palettes, you’ll be layering colours, experimenting with contrasts, and – best of all – popping paint-filled balloons to create a canvas that’s entirely your own.
It’s a light-hearted, kid-friendly activity that works just as well for families as it does for groups of friends looking for something different to do on the weekend.
Fun fact: Hong Kong stars Joey Yung and Cantopop duo Twins – comprising Charlene Choi and Gillian Chung – also gave balloon splatter art a go at this very studio while filming Girl’s Spectacular Journey.
Book the Balloon Splatter Art Workshop.
Image adapted from: @gurasuhouse via Instagram
Fresh flowers are great, but they don’t last. At the Floral Lampworking Workshop ($137.40) by Gurasu House, you’ll make your own glass “flower” that’ll stay chio forever.
Over 2 hours, you’ll learn the basics of lampworking across 3 stages – petal making, leaf making, and finally assembling your flower. Each step comes with a demo first, plus a no-flame practice round to help you get used to the tools before the real deal.
There are more than 20 colours to choose from, giving you plenty of options to customise your creation. Just note that some premium shades require a small top-up.
Book the Floral Lampworking Workshop.
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The Make Your Own LED Neon Sign Workshop (from $100) by RetroCade SG will help you go from raw materials to a glowing masterpiece you can hang at home in just 3 hours. It’s split into 3 parts: laying LED light strips onto the acrylic grooves, soldering the connecting points, and finally cutting and bending rubber tubes to lock everything in place.
Prices vary depending on the size of your sign. Small options include designs like a lotus or a rainbow, regular ones feature quirky picks like a poop emoji, noodles, or even a guitar, while the extra-large range lets you go all out with “HUATx3,” “Alamak!”, or a big ol’ Snorlax.
Book the Make Your Own LED Neon Sign Workshop.
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The Caricature Drawing Workshop (from $55) at the Visual Arts Centre is a 2-hour session designed for adults who want to try their hand at this playful art form. All materials are provided, so just bring yourself, and maybe a friend to use as your muse.
With guidance from experienced instructors, you’ll learn the basics of caricature – observing facial features, exaggerating proportions, and using line work to capture personality. The workshop starts with simple sketching drills before you move on to creating your own finished caricature artwork to bring home.
Book the Caricature Drawing Workshop.
Image adapted from: @hueyourdays via Instagram
If getting your hands dirty isn’t your vibe, the Pottery Painting Experience ($60) at Hue Your Days lets you get creative without touching a speck of clay. It’s a mindful, creative session where you’ll get to craft a piece that reflects your personality using just paint.
Pick from ready-made ceramics like plates, cups, and vases, then bring your ideas to life with up to 21 paint colours. Glazing and firing are handled by the pros, so all you need to do is show up, paint, and enjoy the process.
Book the Pottery Painting Experience.
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Go for the Kueh & Puff Rubber Stamp Carving Workshop (from $100) by Artify Studio to bring a touch of nostalgia to your weekend. You’ll carve rubber stamps inspired by local treats like ang ku kueh and png kueh, and learn safe carving techniques along the way.
All materials are provided, and you’ll even get to sip on complimentary packet drinks, bottled water, or instant tea and coffee while picking up a new skill.
Book the Kueh & Puff Rubber Stamp Carving Workshop.
With $100 in SG Culture Pass credits, there’s never been a better excuse to try something new, make a keepsake, or just have a little creative fun – without touching your wallet, or maybe just topping up a small sum.
Head over to the SG Culture Pass website to explore more workshops.
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Cover image adapted from: @retrocadesg, @gurasuhouse & @hueyourdays via Instagram
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