Looking to get into pottery, painting, and even rug tufting? These arts and crafts spots invite you to get hands-on and discover your next creative outlet.
Everyone is set to make 2026 the year of all things heartfelt, human-made, and analog. Doomscrolling is out (or well, we hope it will be), and your old school grandma/grandpa hobbies are in. There’s a long list of science-backed reasons why doing hands-on activities is good for you, and there’s nothing quite as satisfying as creating something beautiful and unique, regardless of skill level. While knowing where to start can be quite the ordeal, the good news is you don’t have to think too hard: if you’ve been looking to try out or get into a hobby, Manila is brimming with studios offering a variety of arts and crafts workshops.
Whether you’re flying solo for a hands-on craft session or gathering friends for an art-filled date, these six spots are worth booking for your next creative escape.
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Bumi & Ashe
Bumi & Ashe has already made a name for itself with its accessible, beginner-friendly workshop models. Unlike other studios that might require people to commit to longer workshop packages, the studio offers “taster” workshops that let people try out their offerings to see if they actually enjoy them. While they’re best known for their calming pottery sessions, the studio also offers rug-tufting (if you’re looking to make a special house-warming gift) and silver-making classes.
Bumi & Ashe is located at Bel-Air, Makati and Cubao Expo, Quezon City; the studio also hosts various pop-ups across Alabang and BGC.
Artbuds
Another great space for your next craft session is Artbuds, a young studio tucked inside Karravin Studios in Makati. The space offers a range of painting sessions where you can personalize blank tote bags and ceramic pieces, from plates and trinket holders to mugs in various styles and designs.
With its charming, peaceful atmosphere, it’s ideal for a solo crafting escape or a relaxed creative date. The studio also offers electronic gift certificates, making it easy to give loved ones a calming, hands-on experience for special occasions like birthdays or anniversaries.
Artbuds is located on the 6th floor of Karravin Studios, Makati.
Bad Student
With their rich, grainy textures and layered colors, risograph prints are undeniably captivating. While owning a risograph printer in the Philippines can be a challenge—and learning to operate one comes with a steep learning curve—there are a few places where you can explore the medium without feeling overwhelmed or committing to a major investment. Bad Student is one of them, and definitely a trusted name within the printmaking community.
The small press and studio frequently holds workshops, sometimes even themed ones, for people of all ages and skill levels. From classes on how to prepare digital files for riso printing to poster-making workshops, there’s plenty to explore.
Stay updated with the latest Bad Student workshops and collaborations through its official Instagram.
Craft MNL
Craft MNL is the all-in-one spot for a myriad of workshops, both in-person and online, great for those constantly in search of the next niche craft to get into. They’ve held a selection of classes for more traditional hobbies like crocheting, sewing, painting, and woodworking, but they’ve also offered workshops for more specific, even rarer crafts like pabalat (a dying art form in the Philippines), candlemaking, and screen printing.
Stay updated with the latest Craft MNL workshops through its official Instagram and website.
The Art Of Yarn Studio
It’s time to bring those colorful weaves to life. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to use a loom, now is the perfect moment to start. The Art of Yarn Studio, run by artist Judith Basco, offers weaving classes for various skill levels through its community workshops and gathering arm, Makihabi. Depending on the session, participants can learn to work with a heddle loom or a frame loom. Beyond weaving, the studio also hosts knitting and crocheting workshops, along with other textile-based crafts, making it a welcoming space for anyone eager to explore fiber arts.
The Art of Yarn Studio is located at Kapitolyo, Pasig. Stay updated with its latest workshops through its official Instagram.
Moss Escape
This one’s for the plantitos and plantitas who’ve been meaning to try landscaping but…on a much smaller, cuter scale. Moss Escape offers miniature landscape terrarium-making workshops for those who want to liven their spaces with something verdant. It’s a calming activity that stretches the imagination and gives you a cute little world to take home once you’re finished.
Stay updated with the latest Moss Escape workshops through its official Instagram.
