Looking for Creative Things to Do This Weekend?
Our DIY craft classes are beginner friendly and designed for anyone who wants to learn a new craft without feeling intimidated.
Make a badge with your kids this weekend
When life gets busy, making time for yourself can feel impossible. That's why more people are searching for creative things to do that help them slow down, connect with others and make something with their own hands.
A hands-on creative workshop is more than just a class—it's an experience. Whether you're looking for a fun workshop for adults, a beginner craft class or a unique weekend activity with friends, crafting offers the chance to unplug from screens and enjoy a few hours of creativity.
At Holmeswares, our creative workshops are designed for everyone. No experience is needed, all materials are supplied, and you'll leave with something handmade that you can proudly display or gift.
Our workshops are perfect if you're searching for:
Things to do with friends
Creative date ideas
Weekend craft workshops
Beginner DIY craft classes
Adult craft classes
Teen craft workshops
Gallery workshops
Arts and crafts classes near you
Whether you're creating a colourful prize ribbon, designing earrings or making seasonal decorations, every workshop is about creativity, connection and having fun.
If you've been meaning to learn a new craft, now's the perfect time to give it a go.
Why Handmade Will Always Be More Meaningful
Our DIY craft classes are beginner friendly and designed for anyone who wants to learn a new craft without feeling intimidated.
Make a some memories with your kids this weekend
In a world where almost everything can be delivered to your door with the click of a button, there's something incredibly special about making something yourself.
Handmade isn't just about the finished product—it's about the story behind it. Every stitch, brushstroke, ribbon and carefully chosen colour reflects time, creativity and personality. That's something you simply can't buy off a shelf.
At Holmeswares, we believe everyone is creative. You don't need to be an artist to enjoy making something beautiful. Our beginner-friendly creative workshops are designed to help you switch off from everyday life, try something new and enjoy the simple satisfaction of creating with your own hands.
More than a craft class
Our DIY craft classes aren't about perfection—they're about the experience.
Whether you're joining an adult craft class with friends, bringing your teenager to a creative workshop or coming along on your own, you'll be welcomed into a relaxed, encouraging space where creativity comes first.
There's no pressure, no grades and no right or wrong way to create. Just colourful materials, friendly faces and the chance to learn a new craft.
Handmade creates memories
The best part about making something yourself is that every time you see it, you'll remember where you made it.
That prize ribbon hanging on your wall? You'll remember laughing with your mum.
Those handmade earrings? You'll remember finally trying that beginner craft class you'd been thinking about for months.
Unlike buying something from a shop, handmade pieces become keepsakes because they hold memories as well as meaning.
Slow down and reconnect
Creative hobbies encourage us to put our phones down, focus on the present and enjoy making something tangible.
Our gallery workshops offer a welcoming environment where you can slow down, meet like-minded people and rediscover the joy of making.
Whether you're looking for creative things to do this weekend, a fun workshop for adults or simply want to try a new hobby, making something by hand is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have.
Join us
If you've been looking for a reason to learn a new craft, this is it.
Come along to one of our hands-on creative workshops, meet other makers and discover just how enjoyable creativity can be.
Browse our upcoming workshops and book your seat today. We'd love to create with you.
Looking for Things to Do With Friends? Try Something Creative
Our DIY craft classes are beginner friendly and designed for anyone who wants to learn a new craft without feeling intimidated.
Come get crafty, Newcastle!
Dinner is lovely.
Coffee is nice.
But making something together? That's unforgettable.
If you're tired of the same catch-ups, a creative workshop is the perfect way to spend quality time together.
Whether it's your best friend, your mum, your sister or your workmate, our gallery workshops are designed to get everyone chatting, laughing and creating.
Unlike many activities, everyone leaves with something they've made themselves.
Our adult craft classes are relaxed, colourful and welcoming, making them ideal for birthdays, girls' days, creative dates or simply trying something different together.
If you're searching for fun things to do with friends, a beginner craft class might become your new favourite tradition.
Why Everyone Should Try a Hands-On Creative Workshop
A hands-on creative workshop is more than just a class—it's an experience. Whether you're looking for a fun workshop for adults, a beginner craft class or a unique weekend activity with friends, crafting offers the chance to unplug from screens and enjoy a few hours of creativity.
Our workshops are made for little people, plus big kids at heart
Creative workshops aren't about being "good at art." They're about trying something new, meeting people and enjoying the process.
Our DIY craft classes are beginner friendly and designed for anyone who wants to learn a new craft without feeling intimidated.
You'll discover that spending just 80 minutes creating can leave you feeling refreshed, inspired and proud of what you've made.
A creative workshop is perfect for:
• Beginners wanting to try something new
• Adults looking for a relaxing hobby
• Teens who love making things
• Friends wanting a fun activity together
• Parents and children looking for quality creative time
No pressure. No experience required. Just creativity, colour and plenty of encouragement.
🎀 Make Your Own Prize Ribbon Workshop
Celebrate absolutely anything.
Join us for a colourful, hands-on craft workshop where you'll design and create your very own ribbon rosette (also known as a prize ribbon). Whether you're celebrating your "World's Best Plant Parent" title, your love of naps, surviving another Monday, or your best friend simply being awesome, this workshop is all about making something joyful.
Over 80 relaxed minutes, you'll choose from a huge selection of ribbons, colours, trims and embellishments to create a one-of-a-kind ribbon that's full of personality. No experience is needed—we'll guide you through every step, making this creative workshop perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.
Held in a welcoming gallery space, it's a chance to slow down, make something with your hands and enjoy a creative afternoon with others.
Come on your own, bring your mum, dad, best friend, sibling or your whole crafty crew. Suitable for teens and adults who love colour, creativity and making something a little bit different.
Workshop includes:
All materials supplied
Step-by-step guidance
Your own handmade prize ribbon to take home
A fun, relaxed creative experience
Perfect for beginners, creative people, gift makers and anyone looking for a unique craft workshop.
Mini Stud Earrings for Mother’s Day Stalls: Affordable, Handmade and Locally Made
Mini stud earrings are one of the most popular products for school Mother’s Day stalls — and it’s easy to see why.
Affordable Gifts That Still Feel Special
Mini stud earrings sit perfectly between affordability and quality. They’re budget-friendly for stalls while still feeling like a thoughtful, keepsake gift.
Handmade Earrings Designed for Everyday Wear
Each pair is handmade locally using hand-painted acrylic, designed to be lightweight, durable and easy to wear every day. They’re colourful, fun and full of personality — without being overwhelming.
Ideal for Schools and P&C Fundraisers
Mini stud earrings are especially suited to:
Primary school Mother’s Day stalls
P&C fundraisers
Community fundraising events
If you’re looking for a product that sells well, supports local makers and brings joy to mums, mini stud earrings are an excellent choice for your Mother’s Day stall.
School Mother’s Day Stall Ideas: Why Mini Stud Earrings Always Sell Out
Planning a school Mother’s Day stall involves choosing items that are affordable, appealing and easy to manage. Mini stud earrings consistently tick all three boxes.
Easy for Kids, Loved by Mums
Mini stud earrings are especially popular because:
Kids can choose them without help
They suit most personal styles
They feel like a ‘real’ gift
They’re easy to wrap and gift
They’re often one of the first items to sell out at Mother’s Day stalls.
Handmade and Locally Made Makes a Difference
Stocking handmade, locally made earrings elevates your stall and offers something different from typical mass-produced items.
Parents appreciate knowing their purchase:
Supports a small Australian business
Encourages creativity and design
Aligns with community values
This makes mini stud earrings an even more attractive fundraising option.
A Reliable Choice for School Fundraisers
If your goal is to raise funds while offering gifts mums genuinely love, mini stud earrings are a dependable option that schools return to year after year.
Mini Stud Earrings: The Ultimate Mother’s Day Fundraiser Item for Schools
The yellow mini daisy studs from Holmeswares
Finding the right products for a Mother’s Day fundraiser can make or break your stall’s success. Mini stud earrings are a reliable, high-performing choice for schools across Australia.
Why Mini Stud Earrings Work So Well for Fundraising
Mini stud earrings are:
Easy to display on small tables
Lightweight and simple to store
Affordable for families
Popular year after year
Because they appeal to such a wide audience, they often sell out quickly at school stalls.
Locally Made Earrings Parents Love to Support
Today’s parents are increasingly conscious of where products come from. Offering locally made, handmade earrings gives families a chance to support Australian small businesses while fundraising for their school.
Each pair of mini studs is handmade using hand-painted acrylic and finished with care — making them both fun and wearable.
A Gift That Actually Gets Worn
Unlike novelty gifts that end up in drawers, mini stud earrings are practical. They’re perfect for everyday wear, which means mums are reminded of their child’s thoughtful gift long after Mother’s Day.
For schools looking to maximise fundraising results, mini stud earrings are a smart, feel-good choice.
Why Mini Stud Earrings Are the Best-Selling Item at School Mother’s Day Stalls
When it comes to choosing products for a school Mother’s Day stall, mini stud earrings consistently stand out as a top seller. Affordable, practical and loved by mums of all ages, they’re a safe and popular choice for kids buying gifts.
A selection of our mini studs on offer for Mothers Day
Handmade Mini Stud Earrings That Feel Special
Unlike mass-produced gifts, handmade mini stud earrings feel personal and unique. Each pair is carefully designed and handmade locally, giving mums a gift that feels thoughtful rather than generic.
Choosing handmade earrings for your Mother’s Day stall also supports:
Local Australian makers
Small businesses
Ethical, small-batch production
Handmade doesn’t just look better — it feels better too.
A Proven Fundraising Favourite
Mini stud earrings consistently sell well at school fundraising events because they sit at the perfect price point. They’re affordable enough for stalls, yet still feel like a meaningful gift.
If you’re planning a school Mother’s Day stall, mini stud earrings are one of the safest and most successful products you can offer.
Mini stud earrings are ideal for school stalls because they are:
Small, lightweight and easy to handle
A thoughtful gift that feels grown-up
Suitable for all ages and styles
Easy for kids to choose independently
Parents love them, teachers recommend them and kids feel confident buying them — making mini studs a win for everyone.
Handmade Earrings That Are Perfect for Mother’s Day Fundraisers
If you’re organising a Mother’s Day stall, school fundraiser or community event, finding products that actually sell can be a challenge. Handmade earrings are a proven favourite — and for good reason.
Why Earrings Are Great Fundraising Items
Handmade earrings are:
Affordable gift options for kids and families
Easy to display and store
Popular with mums, grandmothers and carers
Lightweight and simple to transport
Eye-catching and colourful
Our handmade earrings are especially popular for Mother’s Day stalls, where shoppers are looking for something special but accessible.
Always a Best Seller at Mother’s Day Stalls
Mini stud earrings consistently perform well at school Mother’s Day stalls. They’re:
Easy for kids to choose
A safe and stylish gift option
Loved year after year
If you’re planning a Mother’s Day fundraiser, handmade earrings are a reliable, feel-good product that supports both your cause and a local small business.
Why Handmade Earrings Make the Perfect Gift
When it comes to finding the perfect gift, handmade earrings tick every box. They’re thoughtful, unique, beautifully crafted and support real people behind small businesses — not mass production lines.
What Makes Handmade Earrings So Special?
Handmade earrings are created with intention. Every pair is designed, painted and assembled by a real person, not churned out by a factory. This means:
No two pairs are ever exactly the same
Greater attention to detail and quality
Thoughtful design choices and colour stories
A connection to the artist who made them
When you buy handmade, locally made earrings, you’re investing in creativity, craftsmanship and small-scale Australian design.
Shop Small, Make a Big Impact
Choosing to shop small has a ripple effect. Supporting a small, local business means:
Keeping money in the local economy
Supporting artists, makers and creatives
Reducing waste and overproduction
Encouraging ethical and sustainable practices
Every handmade purchase helps small businesses continue doing what they love — creating bold, joyful pieces that don’t exist anywhere else.
Handmade Earrings as Thoughtful Gifts
Handmade earrings make meaningful gifts for:
Thank you presents
Birthdays
Teacher gifts
Mother’s Day
Fundraising events and community stalls
They’re lightweight, easy to gift, loved by all ages and feel far more personal than generic store-bought accessories.
If you’re looking for something fun, colourful and meaningful — handmade earrings are always a good idea.
Shop Handmade This Christmas: Gifts with Heart (and Colour!)
There’s something extra special about a handmade Christmas gift. You can feel the time, care, and creativity that went into every piece — and that’s what makes it so meaningful.
Our earrings are made by hand, from hand-painted acrylic sheets turned into fun, wearable art. Each pair is unique, just like the person who’ll wear them.
This season, skip the mass-produced and choose something that’s made with love — for bright people, by bright people. 🎨💖
Why Shopping Local This Christmas Matters
This Christmas, let’s keep it close to home. When you shop local, you’re helping your community thrive — from the makers and artists to the coffee spots that fuel us through market days! ☕🎨
Every purchase you make from a local creative helps keep art, design, and craftsmanship alive in our towns and cities. It’s a simple way to give back — and to find something truly unique for the people you love.
Our earrings are designed and made locally in Newcastle, inspired by bright colour, fun shapes, and that easygoing Aussie summer feeling.
So this festive season, choose to shop local and support the makers who make your community sparkle.
Shop Small This Christmas: Every Purchase Makes a Big Difference
This Christmas, when you choose to shop small, you’re giving more than a gift — you’re supporting someone’s dream. ✨
Every pair of earrings I make starts as a hand-painted sheet of acrylic, cut, sanded, and assembled right here in my little studio. Each order, each comment, each “I love these!” message — it all means the world.
By shopping small, you’re helping independent artists and makers (like me!) continue to create colourful, joy-filled things that make people smile.
So this season, skip the big chains and give gifts with heart — the kind that are made slowly, thoughtfully, and with love. 💕
Find Us at Finders Keepers Market Next Week!
We’re packing up our bright, bold earrings and heading to Finders Keepers Market next week — and we couldn’t be more excited!
If you’ve never been before, Finders Keepers is one of Australia’s most loved design markets, bringing together the best independent artists, designers, and makers from all over the country. It’s the perfect place to discover unique, handmade treasures, and to meet the people behind them (that’s me 👋).
You’ll find our stall filled with colourful, hand painted acrylic earrings, from statement shapes to everyday minis. Each piece is designed to bring a little extra fun to your outfit. Whether you’re dressing up for brunch or just adding some joy to your jeans-and-tee days.
✨ Come say hi, try on your favourites, and shop our newest designs in person before they hit the website!
📍 Finders Keepers Market – SYDNEY
📅 Nov 14, 15 & 16th
📍 Carriageworks, Sydney
If you can’t make it to the market this time, don’t worry — the new collection will be online soon, so you can still get your hands on all the colour and joy from home.
We’re Now a Stockist at Newcastle Art Gallery!
I’m so thrilled to share some very exciting news…. My earrings have found a new home at the Newcastle Art Gallery Shop!
As someone who’s always been inspired by colour, creativity, and the joy of making, this feels like the perfect fit. Newcastle Art Gallery is such a special space that celebrates local and Australian artists. And now, my bright, hand-painted acrylic earrings are sitting alongside beautiful works and design pieces from other incredible makers.
Each pair of earrings starts as a hand-painted sheet of acrylic before being laser-cut into fun, wearable art. So, to have them stocked somewhere that celebrates art and design in all its forms means the world.
If you’re local (or visiting Newcastle!), make sure you pop into the Gallery Shop next time you’re in. You’ll find a curated selection of my most popular designs — bold shapes, playful colours, and that little spark of joy that makes getting dressed fun again.
📍 Newcastle Art Gallery Shop
1 Laman Street, Cooks Hill NSW
If you can’t make it in person, you can still shop the full collection online right here → newcastleartgallery.nsw.gov.au/shop
Thank you for supporting handmade, local, and art-inspired design. Seeing my pieces out in the world is honestly such a pinch-me moment. 💕
Fundraising Made Easy! Mini Stud Earrings for School Mother’s Day Stalls
Planning your school’s Mother’s Day stall?
You’ve just found your new bestseller.
Our mini stud earrings are handmade, hand-painted, and always a hit with kids and mums alike. They’re small, affordable, and beautifully packaged — ready to sell straight from the box.
🎨 Why Schools Love Them
Low cost per item, high value feel
Easy to price for stalls and fundraisers
Bright, colourful designs that catch attention
Handmade in Australia — a feel-good local product
Schools tell us every year that these little earrings sell out first, and for good reason — they’re fun, practical, and something mums genuinely want.
If you’re a P&C organiser or teacher planning a stall, don’t miss out — wholesale orders for Mother’s Day close soon!
Our flower mini studs always sell out first
Why Mini Stud Earrings Make the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift
When it comes to Mother’s Day gifts, it’s the little things that count, and that’s exactly what our mini stud earrings are all about.
Each pair is handmade in Newcastle, made with love, colour, and a dash of playfulness. They’re bright, bold, and just the right size for everyday wear.
🌸 Why Mums Love Them
Lightweight, comfy, and perfect for daily wear
Hand-painted designs that are truly unique
Affordable and thoughtful — the perfect gift from the kids
Gift-ready packaging for instant delight
Whether you’re shopping for your own mum or helping little ones pick something special for their school stall, mini studs are the easy, crowd-pleasing option.
Our flower mini studs always sell out first
Trending Earrings This Season: Bold, Bright & Unapologetic!
Every season brings new colours, shapes, and styles, and statement earrings are bigger and bolder than ever. From oversized geometric shapes to hand-painted abstract designs, 2025 is all about fun, fearless jewellery that adds personality to your outfits.
At Holmeswares, our earrings embrace this trend fully, and everyday. Vibrant, playful, and hand painted in Australia for those who love to stand out.
🌈 Top Trends for Earrings in 2025
Oversized Dangles. Longer, larger earrings that sway with every move. Perfect for adding drama to casual outfits.
Bright Colours. All of the colours. Neon, pastels, and primary shades dominate. Mix and match to express your mood.
Geometric and organic Shapes. Triangles, circles, and abstract shapes bring modern flair.
Wearable Art Pieces. Hand painted designs that are unique in every pair.
Playful Motifs. Think fruit, jellyfish, even florals. The quirkier, the better.
How to Rock This Season’s Trends
Keep the outfit simple so the earrings pop
Mix colours intentionally. Clash or match, it’s up to you
Choose lightweight acrylic styles for comfort
Don’t be afraid to go bold! Confidence completes the look
Our hand-painted earrings combine all these trends with a touch of Holmeswares fun.
Why Supporting Local Makers Matters: Shop Small, Shop Handmade
Shopping local is more than just a trend, it’s a movement.
Every purchase from a small, handmade business supports creativity, community, and ethical practices. At Holmeswares, we hand paint each earring in our Newcastle studio, bringing you unique, high quality jewellery that makes you feel special while supporting local artistry.
🌟 Benefits of Buying Handmade Earrings
✅ Unique Designs
Mass-produced earrings can feel… well, generic. Handmade earrings are one-of-a-kind pieces, each with a story and personality.
✅ Ethical & Sustainable
We make small batch runs, reducing waste and avoiding mass production. Every pair is crafted with intention.
✅ Supporting Real People
When you buy from Holmeswares, you’re investing in a local maker (hi, I’m Sarah!) and helping keep creative small businesses alive in Australia.
✅ Quality You Can Feel
Handcrafted earrings are built to last. From acrylic dangles to hand painted studs, all are lightweight, comfortable, and durable.
How Small Businesses Keep Communities Thriving
Local markets, school stalls, and boutique shops all benefit when we shop handmade. Supporting artisans helps nurture creative careers, fund local events, and strengthen neighbourhood economies.
By choosing hand-painted earrings, you’re not just buying jewellery, you’re supporting a story, a craft, and a community.
Add on a gift box to your order!