It’s apparent in every facet of this magnificently vibrant city, that inspiration resides on every colourful corner, and down every historical lane. The diverse architecture unveils an intermingling of its past, with an ever-evolving present. As a design Mecca, the Mother City extends its fertile ground for the communities of artisans and innovators to flourish. The art that spills out onto the streets, merging into murals across town. Creativity flows around the mountain as freely as the great Atlantic Ocean’s breeze, offering a myriad of experiences for every discerning traveller. Activities that capture the heart and soul of the effervescent culture of Cape Town, whilst allowing you to nurture your own creative endeavours.
For those that are seeking unique ways of interacting with the creative pulse of the city, that seamlessly tie in with your itineraries, and shape your experiences around the essence of Cape Town’s charm, we’ve compiled a list of arty-crafty, things to do. A quirky blend of excursions that illustrate the fun in travel. Furnishing you with souvenirs that are a little more sentimental. Something that sparks a memory of your time spent in Africa, traversing the different routes that lead you to a spot where you sat, called upon all of the inspiration you’d gathered, and created your own little masterpiece in the Mother City.
So, for those lovely moments of creative reflection, before the next adventure on the road calls, put your aprons on, tilt your berets and go and canvas your memories of Cape Town. All a scenic drive away from the luxury of Labotessa’s front doors.
- Master the Art of Ceramics at any of these wonderful spaces – Clay Café in the City or in Hout Bay – A fun pottery painting venue and restaurant, where you can choose from over 180 items that have already been created for you to paint. Anthony Shapiro Studio in Cape Town welcomes ceramicists of all kinds, to drop-in and learn from the best. The Pottery in Camps Bay is a vibrant spot to sit and paint ceramics as you sip and watch the sun set behind the palm trees.
- Stir Crazy Cooking School in the V&A Waterfront – A wonderful way to discover the real cook in the travelling team, and unleash those culinary talents. Interactive cooking classes working with gourmet menus.
- Flower Café in Cape Town – Tap into that inner florist and enjoy a creative floral design experience with the Cape’s best local blossoms. The team of floral artists will also teach you all you need to know about flower arranging and how to ensure they last.
- Learn how to cook traditional Cape Malay food – Cape Malay cuisine is incredibly unique, flavourful and deeply rich with culture. A truly authentic way to learn all about the origins of a rooti (flat bread), and how to perfect them. And all of the other colourful dishes at the home of a Bo Kaap resident, Fayruza.
- FAMKE Jewellery Creations – A series of jewellery making workshops for you to select from, at a renowned Cape Town atelier. Where you can create your own unique ring or pendant in a metal of your choice.
- Art classes for creative enthusiasts at Montebello – The Home of Design & Craft. From life drawing to working with watercolours, you can join a group of individuals all wanting to hone their skills and walk away with a masterpiece for framing. It’s also a wonderful way to meet new people and get a sense of the city’s art society. Drop-in classes are available for those that don’t reside in Cape Town, and are visiting temporarily.
- Artjamming in the V&A Waterfront is for the more care-free kind of artist that would like to Jackson-Pollock their painting. Whilst some might to tend to some retail therapy, others can get creative in the studio.
- Create Hobby – A comprehensive creative studio in Observatory where you can sew, design patterns, paint, and of course shop. Sewing machines are available, as well as all of the necessary tools and textiles. From intensive workshops to drop-ins, it’s worth a visit if you’re prone to a needle and thread.
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