Discover the workshops in Bordeaux and learn about woodworking, sewing, cooking, plant composition… Ideal gift ideas for your loved ones!
Looking for inspiration for a gift for a loved one? Maybe you’ll find just the thing among the various workshops on offer in Bordeaux!
In fact, some of Bordeaux’s artisans open the doors of their workshops to introduce the curious to their specialties: cooking, sewing, pottery, silk-screen printing, woodworking… In addition to learning new skills, participants leave with a unique creation, made by themselves.
But how do you choose the perfect workshop? Here are the 10 best workshops to do in Bordeaux!
1. Restore your furniture
What better way to refocus on yourself than by working with wood? You’ll find a number of workshops in Bordeaux that give pride of place to this noble material. Whether as a gift for a loved one or as a treat for yourself, they offer an enriching human experience!
Lovers of technical challenges will be able to restore an antique piece of furniture with Stéphanie. Two days of initiation await you, for a fee of €360. Adventurers looking for an unusual activity will be able to
with Tristan.
2. Create flutes
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Many of the workshops in Bordeaux have a culinary theme… What could be more natural in the heart of this capital of gastronomy? If you’d like to keep things local, join Sandra, an artisan pastry chef. For 2 h 30, you’ll discover how to cook two specialties of the South-West: cannelé and Basque cake! And all for just €69 per person.
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with Hasnaâ, who will teach you the basics and a few homemade recipes. And for the more practical-minded? Visit Loïc’s workshop, where you can
! A skill that will serve you well for the rest of your life…
3. Create your own dried flower wreath
Want to inject a little poetry into the lives of your loved ones? Whether it’s a birthday, wedding or Christmas gift, a plant workshop is a unique experience. In addition to a unique experience, your friend will leave with his or her own personal creation! A two-in-one gift.
But which workshop should you choose? For true romantics, we recommend Fabien and Lisa’s workshop. These two passionate florists will guide you for two hours in the making of a wreath of dried flowers. It’s a trendy decoration you can afford for just €45!
4. Embroider your t-shirt
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At a time when fashion is leaning more and more towards second-hand and DIY… What could be better than a sewing workshop to learn the basics of textile creation?
When it comes to clothing, you’ll find several ateliers in Bordeaux. We’d like to share with you our favorite: Christine’s workshop. In just two hours, you’ll learn the basics of embroidery. Afterwards, you’ll leave with your very own personalized t-shirt – and all for just €45! The perfect way to spend a unique moment with friends.
5. Create your own breakfast service
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Pottery has that magic touch that makes it so unique. The contact with the clay, its fresh smell, the hypnotic movements of the potter’s wheel… It’s a great gift idea for you or your loved ones.
What workshops in Bordeaux offer an introduction to pottery? With Soumya, you’ll learn how to make your own breakfast set in just two hours. This workshop, at €50 per person, is warm and welcoming, and a great way to get started! If you’re looking for something exotic, you can also
with a specialist, Marie. A two-day course, ideal for a weekend of concentration and contemplation.
6. Screen-print your posters
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Paperwork is ideal for people who are meticulous and creative. Stencilling, bookbinding, calligraphy, printing….There’s something for everyone!
To introduce you to the art of screen printing, we recommend Sandrine’s workshop, located near Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station. For four hours, this silkscreen artist will share her passion with you, teaching you the basics and guiding you in the creation of unique posters. Of course, you’ll leave with your own creations at the end of the workshop. The cost is €70 per person.
7. Customize your sneakers
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We see them everywhere: in magazines, on Instagram, YouTube… Custom sneakers are definitely in! They can add a touch of originality to any feminine or masculine look. But they can also turn an ordinary pair of sneakers into a fashion statement. In short, now’s the time to learn the art of customization.
And just as well, because that’s what Nina does for a living! She’ll guide you through every step of the sneaker customization process, from design to varnish. You’ll leave the workshop with a unique pair, the product of your imagination. A great gift idea for a sneaker lover. The workshop lasts 1 h 30 and costs €50.
8. Create your own clay mask
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Today, zero-waste and homemade cosmetics have found their way into every toiletry kit! They don’t include harmful products, can be adapted to your needs and tastes, and are fun to make… In short, they have nothing but advantages. So, if you’re looking for a gift idea, we recommend one of these workshops in Bordeaux.
For example, Bérangère will guide you step-by-step in the creation of a clay mask specially designed for you. At the end of this 1 h 30 initiation, you’ll leave with an organic, natural product perfectly adapted to your skin! And all for just €35.
9. Make and taste your own organic wine
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It’s simply impossible to spend a holiday in Bordeaux, the wine capital of the world, without doing a wine tasting. Whether you’re a true Grand Cru specialist or simply curious to discover the secrets of the world’s finest wines, don’t resist a wine tasting workshop.
Of all the workshops in Bordeaux, we recommend this one, located in the heart of a family estate. Here, you’ll discover the winemaking process and incomparable know-how. During the 2h30 discovery session, you’ll also have the opportunity to taste 4 organic wines with exceptional flavors, as well as make your own organic wine and leave with a mini bottle of your own creation. The cost is €99 per person.
10. Become a Street Art artist
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An artistic movement born in the 60s, Street Art has taken to the streets as a means of expression, and is becoming increasingly popular in French cities, and Bordeaux is no exception. From graffiti to mosaics and stencils, Street Art lets you express your unique creativity.
To discover Bordeaux’s street art, we propose this 3h30 workshop. First, you’ll explore Bordeaux’s magnificent historic districts and the sublime works of art that inhabit them. This part of the tour takes place by streetcar, so be sure to bring a ticket (or buy one on site). Then, for 1 hour, plunge into the skin of a « street artist » and let your imagination run wild on your canvas, which you’ll leave with. This workshop costs €60 per adult and €50 per child.
So, which workshop will you fall for?