Workshops & Events by OurHands

Did you know OurHands offers workshops? If you're a brand or event planner, we'd love to help you organise an event around a kit of your choice. Read on to learn more about our workshops and how to book one.

Our workshops are designed to bring people together, encouraging them to explore their creativity and connect through fun, hands-on DIY crafts inspired by our kits. Our workshops are perfect for beginners - no prior experience is ever needed. We provide branded tools, custom printing, and exclusive content to ensure the experience reflects your unique vision. Participants will discover a new hobby, be guided step-by-step, and leave with a handmade, bespoke keepsake.

Workshops are also fantastic for corporate events and team-building activities. They provide a unique opportunity for people from different departments or companies to connect and collaborate over a shared project.

Tailored to you

  • All-inclusive experience: We supply all the necessary tools and materials.
  • Guided instruction: Our team will be there every step of the way to provide guidance and support.
  • Custom content: We can tailor the workshop to your specific needs and interests through branded printing, exclusive ingredients and tools, and bespoke projects.

In addition to workshops, we also host corporate events, customizing content to align with your goals. Whether it's team building or a special celebration, we're here to make it memorable.

On the day

We’re here to make your workshop a success, starting a few weeks before the event with a discussion about your project to tailor the event to your goals and space. We’ll stay in touch throughout the planning process, making adjustments based on your feedback to ensure everything is perfect.

  • Setup: We’ll arrive early to set up, ensuring everything is ready when participants arrive. This is a great time to walk you through the final details and make any last-minute changes.
  • Guidance: As participants arrive, we’ll guide them through the project as a group, offering step-by-step instructions.
  • Support: We’ll stay active throughout the workshop, providing advice and help as needed.
  • Wrap-Up: At the end, participants will leave with their handmade keepsake. We’ll stay behind to tidy up and debrief the workshop with you.

  • When?

    We offer workshops and events any day of the week, including weekends, from 9 AM to 11 PM. This flexibility means we can accommodate almost any schedule! Whether you want a quick one-hour session or a more extended event, we’re here to make it work for you. For larger events we can also run workshops back to back so everyone can have a go.

  • Where?

    Our cozy studio in Chiswick is unfortunately not suitable for hosting workshops. Instead, we bring the workshop to you! You'll need to provide us with a suitable space we can use for the workshop. We’re based in West London but can travel anywhere within the city. If your event is outside London, we'll include transportation and any necessary accommodation in your quote.

  • Quotes and Fees

    Our quotes are based on the materials needed, time worked, and any potential travel and accommodation. We strive for transparency and will discuss the quote with you to ensure it meets your expectations.

    We typically ask for half the payment upfront to cover the necessary tools and materials. The remaining balance is due after the workshop is completed.

Available concepts

Perfume making

OurHands offers workshops and activities that are suitable for corporate events, team-building days, in-store experiences, brand activations, and much more. With experience in leading workshops for groups ranging from 10 to 200 participants, we can make sure your guests have a memorable and unique experience

Please note that while the information provided here offers a general overview of the workshop, we are more than happy to customise each session according to your specifications, including the materials, duration, and type of event. Learn more and book a workshop with us today!

The Workshop

In our Perfume Blending workshop, participants will create their own bespoke perfume using various fragrance oils. We'll guide them through the basics of perfume making and help them craft a unique scent tailored to their favourite perfumes and fragrances.

We offer five different fragrance oils that can be blended to create a wide range of unique perfumes. We can also create a bespoke blend to suit your specific project.

Participants will receive five fragrance oils, premium perfumer’s alcohol, and a 10ml reusable glass atomiser. They'll blend the fragrances to create their own perfume and leave with a 10ml bottle of their creation, along with an information card to recreate the scent in the future.

Workshop Plan

We’ll arrive early to set up and walk you through the workshop details. As participants arrive, we’ll introduce them to the basics of perfume making, explaining the different fragrance notes and how to blend them for the best results.

  • Introduction: We’ll explain the basics of perfume making and introduce the different fragrance oils.
  • Exploration: Participants will familiarise themselves with the fragrances, taking notes on their preferences and how each scent makes them feel.
  • Blending: We'll guide participants on how to blend the fragrance oils to create their own perfume, helping them refine their creations.
  • Support: Our team will be available throughout the workshop to assist anyone who needs help.
  • Wrap-Up: Participants will leave with their bespoke perfume, and we'll stay behind to tidy up and debrief with you.

Who Is the Workshop For?

This workshop is perfect for beginners interested in perfume making or anyone looking for a unique activity. Bespoke perfumes make great gifts, making this workshop ideal for holidays like Valentine’s Day, Christmas, or Mother’s Day. Participants can create a perfume for themselves or for someone special. No prior knowledge is required, and participants don’t need to bring anything.

Provided Tools and Materials

We provide the following:

  • 10ml glass atomiser bottle per person
  • Perfumer’s alcohol
  • Five fragrance blends (additional bespoke blends available upon request)
  • Scent strips for testing fragrances
  • Printed instructions and information cards
  • Label stickers for naming perfumes
  • Step-by-step guidance and support from our team

Requirements

We need a space with enough tables and chairs for everyone. Since we’ll be working with perfumes, a well-ventilated area is preferable.

Corporate Events

We also offer personalised fragrance creation experiences, where we make bespoke perfumes for attendees. Guests can share their preferred fragrance notes and the desired feel of their perfume. Based on their preferences, we'll craft a bespoke perfume just for them. This service is ideal for corporate events where participants may not have sufficient time to take part in a full workshop, but still provides attendees with a special and memorable experience.

We look forward to helping you and your guests explore your creativity and craft your own unique scents!

Bookbinding & notebook making

OurHands offers workshops and activities that are suitable for corporate events, team-building days, in-store experiences, brand activations, and much more. With experience in leading workshops for groups ranging from 10 to 200 participants, we can make sure your guests have a memorable and unique experience

Please note that while the information provided here offers a general overview of the workshop, we are more than happy to customise each session according to your specifications, including the materials, duration, and type of event. Learn more and book a workshop with us today!

The Workshop

In our bookbinding workshop, participants will craft their own bespoke soft-cover notebook. They can choose between a simple pamphlet notebook with a 5-point stitch or a Japanese-style bound notebook. The style selection can be made beforehand or decided upon by the participants during the workshop. Please note that we currently do not offer workshops for hard-cover notebooks.

We provide a variety of cover papers, thread colours, and stitch types, allowing participants to personalise their notebooks to their liking. Both the cover and inside papers can be printed to suit your preferences. Each participant will leave the workshop with their handmade notebook.

Workshop Plan

  • Setup: We’ll arrive early to set up and walk you through the workshop setup.
  • Personalisation: Participants will choose their preferred paper types and cover designs to personalise their notebooks.
  • Instruction: As participants arrive, we’ll guide them through each step of making their notebooks, demonstrating proper folding and stitching techniques.
  • Support: While teaching as a group, we’ll provide individual guidance and advice as needed.
  • Completion: At the end of the workshop, participants will depart with their handmade notebooks. We’ll stay behind to tidy up and debrief with you.

Who Is the Workshop For?

This workshop is ideal for anyone interested in learning the basics of soft-cover bookbinding. It serves as an excellent introduction for beginners looking to explore bookbinding before moving on to more complex projects. It’s also perfect for those seeking a unique and enjoyable activity. No prior knowledge is required, and participants don’t need to bring anything.

Provided Tools and Materials

We supply everything needed for the workshop:

  • Inside and cover papers
  • Thread and needle
  • Bone folder and awls
  • Rulers and pencils
  • Step-by-step guidance and support

Requirements

We require a space with ample tables and chairs for all participants.

Sashiko clothing repair & embellishment

OurHands offers workshops and activities that are suitable for corporate events, team-building days, in-store experiences, brand activations, and much more. With experience in leading workshops for groups ranging from 10 to 200 participants, we can make sure your guests have a memorable and unique experience


Please note that while the information provided here offers a general overview of the workshop, we are more than happy to customise each session according to your specifications, including the materials, duration, and type of event. Learn more and book a workshop with us today!

The Workshop

Sashiko is the Japanese art of repairing fabric by sewing beautiful geometric patterns onto it. This visible mending technique embraces the history of the fabric, turning each tear and repair into a part of its story. Instead of discarding ripped garments, participants will learn to create sustainable and stunning pieces.
Our sashiko workshops are flexible: participants can bring their own torn clothes to repair, or they can work on sewing a tote bag or tea towel to practice the technique and create a beautifully decorated accessory. They will learn proper sashiko stitching techniques and explore various traditional geometric patterns. By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with a repaired garment or a newly decorated item.

Workshop Plan

We’ll arrive early to set up and walk you through the workshop plan. Participants can choose to work on their own items or use provided materials, such as tote bags or decorative pillowcases, depending on your project.
  • Introduction: We'll introduce the concept of sashiko, demonstrating the proper stitch techniques and traditional patterns.
  • Personalisation: Participants can select their project, pattern, and thread colour.
  • Sashiko Embroidery: Participants will be able to work on their project. They can either bring something they want to repair, or use of the provided objects to decorate. 
  • Guidance: While we guide the group as a whole, we’ll also provide individual assistance as needed.
  • Completion: Participants will leave with their completed project. If they need more time, we’ll provide enough thread and a needle to finish at home. We’ll stay to tidy up and debrief with you.

Who Is the Workshop For?

This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in working with fabric, reducing fast fashion waste, or exploring embroidery. It’s a great choice for those wanting to try something unique and mindful. Sashiko embroidery also makes a fantastic gift, so participants can work on a special present for someone. No prior knowledge is required, and participants can bring their own item to work on or use one of the provided materials.

Provided Tools and Materials

We supply everything needed for the workshop:
  • Fabric patches
  • Sashiko needles and thread
  • Tailor’s chalk
  • Items to repair (if needed)
  • Step-by-step guidance

Requirements

We need a space with tables and chairs for all participants.

Incense cone making

OurHands offers workshops and activities that are suitable for corporate events, team-building days, in-store experiences, brand activations, and much more. With experience in leading workshops for groups ranging from 10 to 200 participants, we can make sure your guests have a memorable and unique experience

Please note that while the information provided here offers a general overview of the workshop, we are more than happy to customise each session according to your specifications, including the materials, duration, and type of event. Learn more and book a workshop with us today!

The Workshop

In this workshop, participants will learn to create their own incense cones using natural ingredients such as frankincense and sandalwood powder, along with fragrance oils. Each participant will make approximately 15 incense cones following one of our provided recipes. The cones can be crafted with just natural ingredients for a subtle, cleansing aroma or with added fragrance oils for a more intense scent.

We provide all necessary ingredients and fragrance oils, and we can even offer bespoke fragrance blends tailored to your preferences. Participants will use a custom 3D-printed mould to ensure their cones come out perfectly every time. At the end of the workshop, everyone will take home their incense cones stored safely in a metal tin, needing just a day or two to dry before use.

Workshop Plan

We’ll arrive early to set up and walk you through the workshop process. As participants arrive, we will:

  • Introduction: We'll explain the concept of incense making and introduce the different ingredients and scents available.
  • Incense Making: Participants will select their preferred recipe, blend the ingredients, and use a custom 3D-printed mould to shape their cones.
  • Support: Throughout the workshop, we’ll offer guidance and assistance to ensure everyone feels confident in their creations.
  • Wrap-Up: Participants will leave with their cones safely stored in a metal tin. We’ll stay behind to tidy up and debrief the session with you.

Who Is the Workshop For?

This workshop is perfect for anyone who enjoys incense and wants to learn how it’s made. It’s also ideal for those who love home fragrances or are looking for a unique and creative activity. The workshop is designed for complete beginners, so no prior knowledge or materials are required.

Bespoke incense cones make wonderful gifts, making this workshop great for occasions like Mother’s Day or Christmas. Participants can create cones for themselves or as special presents for others.

Provided Tools and Materials

We supply everything needed for the workshop:

  • Incense ingredients
  • Fragrance oils
  • Metal tins
  • 3D-printed cone moulds
  • Stirrers and cleaning tools
  • Step-by-step guidance

Requirements

We need a space with enough tables and chairs for all participants. Since we’ll be working with fragrance oils, a well-ventilated area or a space with windows is preferable.

Incense paper making

OurHands offers workshops and activities that are suitable for corporate events, team-building days, in-store experiences, brand activations, and much more. With experience in leading workshops for groups ranging from 10 to 200 participants, we can make sure your guests have a memorable and unique experience

Please note that while the information provided here offers a general overview of the workshop, we are more than happy to customise each session according to your specifications, including the materials, duration, and type of event. Learn more and book a workshop with us today!

The Workshop

In this workshop, participants will learn to create incense paper, similar to French Papier d’Arménie or Italian Carta Aromatica. Incense paper is a scented paper treated to burn slowly, releasing a delightful fragrance that lingers in the air for a few days.

During the workshop, participants can choose from pre-cut shapes or cut their own shapes from our premium incense paper stock. They will then prepare the paper for optimal burning and coat it with a fragrance oil of their choice. We provide the various fragrance oils from our Incense Paper Kit, but we can also offer additional blends to suit your preferences. Participants will leave with their incense papers stored safely in a metal tin. After allowing them to dry for a few hours, they can burn the papers to release the fragrances into their homes.

Workshop Plan

We'll arrive early to set everything up and walk you through the workshop.

  • Introduction: We'll explain the basics of incense paper making and introduce the different fragrance oils.
  • Exploration: Participants will familiarise themselves with the fragrances and choose the shapes for their incense papers.
  • Incense Paper Making: We'll guide participants through the process of making their incense papers.
  • Support: Our team will be available throughout the workshop to assist anyone who needs help.
  • Wrap-Up: Participants will leave with their incense papers stored safely in a metal tin. We'll stay behind to tidy up and debrief with you.

Who Is the Workshop For?

This workshop is perfect for incense enthusiasts, home fragrance lovers, and paper craft aficionados. It's also a great choice for anyone seeking a unique and creative activity. Designed for beginners, no prior knowledge is required, and participants don’t need to bring anything.

Provided Tools and Materials

We supply everything needed for the workshop:

  • Premium incense paper
  • Prepping ingredients
  • Fragrance oils
  • Scissors and stirrers
  • Metal tins
  • Dunking tray
  • Step-by-step guidance

Requirements

We need a space with enough tables and chairs for everyone, as well as access to water and a kettle or microwave. Since we’ll be working with fragrance oils, a well-ventilated area is preferable.

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