Hosting a Craft Party? Check Out These Unique Birthday Crafts

If you're looking for birthday party ideas that involve creativity and quality time with your favorite people, our range of craft classes in San Francisco is sure to have something up your alley! With tons of incredible DIY projects to sink your hands into, plus a chance to get out and explore some of the coolest places to visit in San Francisco, you can be sure you'll create birthday memories you'll be smiling about all year long. 

1. Make memories (and mugs)

Celebrate your birthday in style and learn how to make something amazing with our hands-on pottery classes in SF! Whether you’re keen to create a coffee mug, a planter for your newest leafy friend, or a beautiful bowl to keep in the kitchen, our ceramics workshops are a wonderful way to celebrate your birthday party in a unique and unforgettable way!

Never tried your hand at pottery before? Don’t sweat it! Under the guidance of one of our experienced teachers, you’ll quickly gain confidence as you work through the process of pottery step by step. Not sure which type of pottery to choose for your craft party? There are two different birthday crafts available: hand-building pottery and wheel throwing! The meditative art of wheel throwing is well-loved by most creatives, but it demands a little more concentration. Hand sculpting, on the other hand, requires you to craft your clay objects using hand-building techniques. This option is great for anyone hosting a craft party for first-timers or those who’ve never played with clay before.

Creating handmade ceramics is a great way to relieve stress and improve your focus, all while getting messy and having a ton of fun! The gentle, sensory experience of wheel throwing also makes great gifts for couples wanting to rekindle a little romance. When it comes to unique birthday crafts, our San Francisco pottery classes are the most popular by far! 

2. Chill out with crochet 

Looking for 30th birthday ideas that are cool, calm, and collected? Forget the pub crawl and dig into one of the best birthday crafts on offer: crochet! If you’re looking for things to do in San Francisco with friends that are both mindful and relaxing, then why not give a crochet class a crack? Crochet is a fantastic way to express your creativity while putting your mind at ease. It’s one of the most considered and calming birthday crafts that help to focus your mind and melt your worries away. 

Never tried it before? Host a craft party with one of our experienced teachers and learn to create incredible and intricate woolen goods from scratch. Whether you’re keen to make a beautiful blanket for your space or master the amazing art of amigurumi, you and your friends will love this unique idea for a craft night. Why not make some mulled wine or pick up some ciders and take your birthday party to the next level? When it comes to craft ideas for kids and adults alike, our crochet classes in San Francisco are a winner. 

3. Uncover the magic of macrame 

Take your craft party to the next level with this fun, hands-on crafting class! Macrame is a unique art form that consists of tying knots to create beautiful and complex designs. Using brightly colored pieces of yarn – or neutrals if you prefer – you can make a handbag, a DIY plant hanger, a macrame wall hanging and so much more. In fact, if you can dream it, you can probably macrame it! Our San Francisco macrame classes are ideal for crafters of all abilities as the materials are easy to work with. What’s more, there’s no prior knowledge necessary. The best thing about learning the art of tying macrame knots? You’ll end the craft party with an incredible (and stylish) accessory to display! 

4. Connect over Kintsugi classes

Kintsugi is an ancient Japanese art form that has seen a resurgence in 2022. It uses fractured ceramics and pottery to create beautiful works of art. Kintsugi literally translates to “golden joinery.” When it comes to finding unusual birthday crafts to try, Kintsugi is by far the more unique! It encourages you to embrace the cracks and breaks in your broken pottery by fixing them with a beautiful gold lacquer that brings them to the fore. The beautiful art of Japanese pottery is perfect for anyone looking for unforgettable birthday things to do in San Francisco. If you’re looking for 40th birthday ideas or surprise party ideas, consider a Japanese pottery class! 

5. Cultivate calm with calligraphy classes

One of the most popular 21st birthday ideas, especially for girls, the calming art of calligraphy is a wonderful option for those hoping to host a calming craft party with their nearest and dearest. If you’re looking for something a little out of the ordinary that doesn’t require experience, then why not take your friends on an art journey through the elegant world of calligraphy and hand lettering? Learn calligraphy from San Francisco’s best teachers and develop a stunning style that’s unique to you. Perfect your penmanship and discover how to write calligraphy from scratch so that you can create custom paper goods, invitations, and beautiful accessories with a unique touch. If you’re looking for bachelorette party ideas, calligraphy classes are one of the best SF activities for the laid-back bride-to-be. 

 6. Learn to make a mosaic 

Ever search “mosaic classes near me” without much luck? Well, with our curated collection of mosaic classes, you can throw a craft party to remember! If the thought of throwing clay around is a little too messy when it comes to birthday crafts, then mosaic for beginners might be more your style! In these hands-on workshops, you’ll learn to artfully arrange small pieces of glass, stone, ceramic, and other materials into a design that’s as eye-catching as it is elegant.

Once you get the swing of DIY mosaic making, you'll find that it's easy to chat and socialize with all the party guests while you work. Doing a fun creative activity is a great way to stimulate interesting conversations you might not otherwise have, because your hands are busy and you're in a creative environment, opening up the mind to avenues it might not otherwise go down. This is one of the best rainy day activities and a totally unique birthday craft that your guests will love! What’s better than a craft party where you walk away with a gift of your own? 

7. Challenge your guests with glassblowing 

If you’ve ever wanted to try glassblowing in San Francisco, then hosting your own craft party is the perfect opportunity! One of the most popular 60th birthday ideas, our glass blowing classes are one of the best SF activities for those who like a challenge. Suitable for total beginners, these hands-on workshops are a wonderful way to celebrate any occasion with your nearest and dearest. You’ll be amazed at what you can create with your own two hands using hot molten glass! Participating in a glass-blowing workshop is the perfect way to celebrate longstanding friendships and share memories that will last a lifetime. What’s more, you’ll walk away with a beautiful glass object (or two) to treasure forever. Looking for a unique 60th birthday gift? Host a surprise craft party and make incredible blown glass art with the birthday boy or girl! 

8. Make a crafty keepsake at a jewelry-making course 

Are you looking for birthday crafts that will give your friends something seriously cool to take home? Try your hand at jewelry making and learn how to make earrings, a handmade bracelet, or a DIY necklace! Our jewelry-making classes are one of the most popular indoor activities San Francisco-wide, and for good reason – they’re suitable for beginners and easy to pick up. Plus, with a wide variety of unique jewelry-making techniques to choose from, there’s sure to be a course that will suit all tastes. From making friendship bracelets and simple necklaces, right through to more advanced ideas and designs that use beadwork and gemstone settings, there is certainly no shortage of possibilities when it comes to jewelry making!