Workshops Helsinki

Workshops in Helsinki

Helsinki is a great destination for crafty travelers looking to learn new skills or improve existing ones. The city offers a variety of workshops where you can create something with your own hands while immersing yourself in Finnish culture.

Pottery and Ceramics

• Visit the Mikkeli Pottery Workshop to learn the art of pottery-making from experienced local artists.
• Create unique ceramics at the Fazer Pottery Shop, located in a beautiful historic building.

Crafting and Textiles

• Learn traditional Finnish embroidery techniques at the Finlayson Museum’s Embroidery Workshop.
• Take a weaving or knitting course at the Helsinki Weaving School and learn to create beautiful Finnish textiles.

Food and Drink

• Learn how to make traditional Finnish pastries, such as korvapuusti or munkkari, with a baking workshop at the Fazer Baking School.
• Discover the art of Finnish coffee culture and learn about various roasting techniques during a coffee workshop at the Mokka Café.

Tips

• Book your workshops in advance to ensure availability.
• Dress comfortably for hands-on activities like pottery or baking.
• Don’t hesitate to ask questions from your instructors – they’re there to help you learn!
• Consider combining workshops with a city tour to experience the best of Helsinki.