Saturday 12 December ยท Rotterdam

Creative afternoon ยท Christmas cards

Hot chocolate, candlelight and Christmas cards you made yourself

A cosy Saturday afternoon at the coziest studio in Rotterdam, just for you. Make up to five handmade cards in ink & watercolour with high quality supplies, hot chocolate, sweet treats and a small group of like-minded women. No experience needed.

A workshop table set with glowing candles, paint tubes, palettes and a Christmas card at every place

Good to know

Everything at a glance

๐Ÿ“…When
Saturday 12 December

2026

๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธTime
15:00 - 17:00

Two relaxed hours

๐Ÿ“Where
Altar Studio
Hillevliet 90, 3074 KD Rotterdam
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธTicket
โ‚ฌ65,80

Or bring a friend with the DUO ticket and you both save โ‚ฌ10

๐Ÿ’ฌLanguage
English

No experience needed

๐ŸคGroup
Small & intimate

Come alone or with a friend

What's included

  • A relaxed, guided festive afternoon
  • Step-by-step demonstrations and guidance
  • High quality, professional supplies: high quality watercolour paper, high quality watercolours and drawing materials, ink fineliners too
  • Templates for every card
  • Hot chocolate and sweet treats
  • Up to 5 finished Christmas cards to take home
Reserve my spot โ†’

Only a few seats around the table

Two women smiling and clinking cups of hot chocolate topped with marshmallows

Creative afternoon in Rotterdam

A little moment just for yourself

This one is for busy women and moms who need a little moment just for themselves.

Want to get into the Christmas spirit without adding another stressful thing to your to-do list? Come spend a cosy afternoon slowing down, putting your phone away, and making something festive and beautiful with your own hands.

Everyone gets templates, so nobody has to start from scratch, and I guide you through every step.

You'll leave with a little stack of handmade cards, ready to send to someone you love.

How the two hours go

Slow, festive and completely yours

1

Hot chocolate first

Candles lit, a warm cup in your hands and sweet treats on the table. Your place is already set with high quality paper, paints and pens.

2

Trace and ink

We start with simple tracing from the templates and a fine ink line, so nobody has to face a blank page.

3

A little watercolour magic

I'll guide you step by step through a few magical watercolour techniques, with plenty of room to make each card your own.

4

Take your little stack home

Up to five finished Christmas cards, ready to write and send to the people you love.

A peek inside

The cosy table waiting for you

Candles, colour, warm drinks and the cards everyone took home.

A table set for a Christmas card workshop with candles, paints, brushes and washi tape
Hands adding pastel marshmallows to a hot chocolate, with a painted Christmas card behind
Gabriela smiling beside an easel hung with ink and watercolour Christmas cards
A long workshop table with glowing candles, paint tubes and a palette at each place
Looking down on paint tubes, washi tape and a painted Christmas card on a wooden board
An easel displaying a collection of hand-painted ink and watercolour Christmas cards

Kind words

What people say afterwards

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I really enjoyed the workshop you prepared. I love the details, like the printed illustration on how to make the palette of colors, and the surprise souvenir gift. It was a relaxing and warm environment and you showed us very practical tips and how to make the most of our creation. I would totally recommend it.
Ornella
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Amazing crafty workshop from Gabriela! The quality of the material was excellent, explanation brochure was perfect, and the snacks were a nice touch! But most importantly she nicely guided the workshop and the atmosphere was absolutely relaxing! Definitely recommended!!!
Maria N.
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Really nice experience, welcoming and very nice suggestions to enhance the nice experience! Thanks, you will see me back for Christmas :)
Naomi

Is this for you?

Come along ifโ€ฆ

This afternoon is for you if

  • You're a busy woman or a mom who needs a creative escape just for yourself
  • You'd love to make your own Christmas cards but don't know where to start
  • You want a fun, festive afternoon away from screens and everyday responsibilities
  • You'd like to try ink and watercolour without needing to be "good at art"
  • You'd love to meet other creative, like-minded women

Your questions

Before you book

When and where is it?+
Saturday 12 December, 15:00 to 17:00, at Altar Studio, Hillevliet 90 in Rotterdam.
Can I bring a friend?+
Please do! With the DUO ticket you book two places together and you each get โ‚ฌ10 off.
I've never painted before. Is this really for me?+
Yes, completely. Templates are ready for everyone, so nobody starts from a blank page, and I guide you through every step slowly. You don't need to be "good at art", you just need to come.
Do I need to bring anything?+
Nothing at all. I bring high quality supplies for everyone: high quality watercolour paper, high quality watercolours, brushes, ink fineliners and drawing materials, plus templates. It's all laid out at your place. Just bring yourself.
Can I come on my own?+
Absolutely, and many people do. It's a small, warm group of like-minded women, a lovely way to meet someone new.
What language is it in?+
English, so it's perfect for expats and English speakers.
What's your refund policy?+
Full refund if you cancel 7 or more days before the event. Under 7 days the booking is non-refundable, but you are always welcome to pass your spot to a friend, just send me an email.

Book your seat

Choose your ticket

It's a small, intimate group around one candlelit table, so there are only a few seats. Bring a friend with the DUO ticket and you both save โ‚ฌ10.

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Saturday 12 December ยท 15:00 - 17:00 ยท Rotterdam

Save your seat at the Christmas table

It's a small, intimate group around one candlelit table, so there are only a few seats. Bring a friend with the DUO ticket and you both save โ‚ฌ10.

Rotterdam
12 December ยท โ‚ฌ65,80
Reserve my spot