Nutcracker Decorating & Painting Workshop

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4.9Overall company rating from guest feedback on third-party platforms.200+ tickets sold90 minFrom £55Next date: Thu 20 AugKids & adults

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About this workshop

Create your own beautifully decorated 45 cm wooden Nutcracker using acrylic paints, decorative embellishments, and realistic artificial hair. A festive workshop perfect for adding a unique handmade centrepiece to your Christmas décor.

Bring a classic Christmas icon to life in our Nutcracker Painting & Decorating Workshop. During this festive experience, each participant will receive a 45 cm wooden Nutcracker to transform into a one-of-a-kind holiday decoration.

Using high-quality acrylic paints, you'll personalise every detail of your Nutcracker, from the uniform and accessories to the face and expression. Our instructors will demonstrate different painting techniques and share tips on creating beautifully detailed eyes, facial features, colour combinations, and decorative finishes to help your character come to life.

Once your painting is complete, you'll decorate your Nutcracker with a selection of festive embellishments, including sparkling crystal stickers and other decorative accessories. To complete the traditional look, we'll attach soft artificial white hair and a matching beard, giving your Nutcracker an authentic festive appearance.

Whether you choose a classic Christmas colour scheme or something bold and contemporary, you'll have complete creative freedom to design a decoration that perfectly suits your home.

All materials are included, including the wooden Nutcracker, acrylic paints, brushes, decorative embellishments, artificial hair and beard, glue, aprons, and everything you'll need throughout the workshop.

By the end of the session, you'll take home a stunning handmade Nutcracker that's perfect for displaying beside the Christmas tree, on the fireplace, in your hallway, or as part of your festive décor for many Christmases to come.

Good to know

How large is the Nutcracker?

Each participant receives a 30-45 cm wooden Nutcracker to paint and decorate.

What decorations are included?

We provide a variety of festive embellishments, including crystal stickers and other decorative accessories, so you can personalise your Nutcracker.

Can I take my Nutcracker home on the same day?

Yes. The acrylic paint dries quickly, allowing you to take your finished Nutcracker home at the end of the workshop.

Can I add the hair and beard to nutcracker?

You'll decorate your Nutcracker with soft artificial white hair and a matching beard, with guidance from our instructors.

Venue

Duende Lab London

6A St. Joseph's Street, London, SW8 4DN

  • Battersea Park Station2 mins
  • Queenstown Road Station5 mins
  • Battersea Power Station9 mins
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