Vibe Checked: Best Things to do in Belfast!

Mahé

Learn the Traditional Seychelles Art of Sun Printing with Local Textile Designer in La Batie. This unique art class allows visitors to immerse themselves in the Seychelles culture and natural beauty. Participants will discover the simple, 'Roots' way of life while enjoying the extraordinary panoramic view of the Indian Ocean. This hands-on experience teaches old-world printing methods used by ancestors, who created intricate designs using the power of the tropical sun and fascinating endemic plants found on the island. Everyone will take home their own hand-printed textile as a unique souvenir. The printing classes are offered in a fun, friendly, and social atmosphere, set within a peaceful Creole environment. This is a great way to experience Seychelle's art and nature. All supplies are included, such as paint and fabric.

Learn the Traditional Seychelles Art of Sun Printing with Local Textile Designer in La Batie. This unique art class allows visitors to immerse themselves in the Seychelles culture and natural beauty. Participants will discover the simple, 'Roots' way of life while enjoying the extraordinary panoramic view of the Indian Ocean. This hands-on experience teaches old-world printing methods used by ancestors, who created intricate designs using the power of the tropical sun and fascinating endemic plants found on the island. Everyone will take home their own hand-printed textile as a unique souvenir. The printing classes are offered in a fun, friendly, and social atmosphere, set within a peaceful Creole environment. This is a great way to experience Seychelle's art and nature. All supplies are included, such as paint and fabric.

Dublin

Dublin Jewellery Forge a Hammered Silver Ring: Drury Street offers a unique chance to create a lasting memory of Ireland. This award-winning experience takes place in a newly renovated store and studio, where visitors can hand-craft their own sterling silver ring. Participants will learn the ancient art of silversmithing, guided by expert tutors. They will saw, shape, file, and texture the silver to create a personalized ring. The experience combines traditional techniques with individual creativity. The class size is small, ensuring personal attention and a fun, unforgettable experience. Located on Drury Street, in the heart of Dublin, the studio is easily accessible. At the end visitors will walk away with a unique piece of jewelry that they made themselves.

Dublin Jewellery Forge a Hammered Silver Ring: Drury Street offers a unique chance to create a lasting memory of Ireland. This award-winning experience takes place in a newly renovated store and studio, where visitors can hand-craft their own sterling silver ring. Participants will learn the ancient art of silversmithing, guided by expert tutors. They will saw, shape, file, and texture the silver to create a personalized ring. The experience combines traditional techniques with individual creativity. The class size is small, ensuring personal attention and a fun, unforgettable experience. Located on Drury Street, in the heart of Dublin, the studio is easily accessible. At the end visitors will walk away with a unique piece of jewelry that they made themselves.

Northern Ireland

Muddy Tots Go Wild Forest School Ballynahinch County Down offers an excellent forest school experience for young adventurers. Located a 10-minute walk along a scenic 1.4km nature trail from the main car park, the forest school is nestled in a dense beech tree woodland with two tiers. The upper tier features an all-weather tent canopy, while the lower tier includes a campfire area and a short trail leading to a small pond, perfect for discovering swimming wildlife. The professionally run forest school is packed with activities led by a trained forest leader, designed to immerse children in a woodland setting and promote fun learning about nature. Each 2-hour session starts with a meet-up at the car park, followed by a guided walk to the forest school. At the end, the group enjoys a scenic trail walk to the coffee trailer for complimentary hot chocolate for the kids (parents can purchase additional drinks and treats) before heading back to the car park.

Muddy Tots Go Wild Forest School Ballynahinch County Down offers an excellent forest school experience for young adventurers. Located a 10-minute walk along a scenic 1.4km nature trail from the main car park, the forest school is nestled in a dense beech tree woodland with two tiers. The upper tier features an all-weather tent canopy, while the lower tier includes a campfire area and a short trail leading to a small pond, perfect for discovering swimming wildlife. The professionally run forest school is packed with activities led by a trained forest leader, designed to immerse children in a woodland setting and promote fun learning about nature. Each 2-hour session starts with a meet-up at the car park, followed by a guided walk to the forest school. At the end, the group enjoys a scenic trail walk to the coffee trailer for complimentary hot chocolate for the kids (parents can purchase additional drinks and treats) before heading back to the car park.

Dublin

Dublin Jewellery: Create a Personalised Charm in Silver. This hands-on experience lets anyone become a jewelry maker for a day in Dublin! Forget buying souvenirs, and instead create a lasting memento. This is a small group activity where one can learn the basics of metal smithing and craft a personalized sterling silver charm. Guided by expert and fun teachers, participants will learn to stamp out a shape from sterling silver and create different shapes including, circular, diamond, square, heart, star, flower, pear, rectangle and even shamrock!. Participants can then file it, apply emery paper, add textures, and include an initial if desired. The instructor will drill a hole, allowing for the addition of a bail. Participants can choose between a sparkly or matte finish. Chains can be purchased in-store at a discounted rate for class attendees. At the end, participants will have a charm handmade by them! A unique keepsake from their time in Dublin.

Dublin Jewellery: Create a Personalised Charm in Silver. This hands-on experience lets anyone become a jewelry maker for a day in Dublin! Forget buying souvenirs, and instead create a lasting memento. This is a small group activity where one can learn the basics of metal smithing and craft a personalized sterling silver charm. Guided by expert and fun teachers, participants will learn to stamp out a shape from sterling silver and create different shapes including, circular, diamond, square, heart, star, flower, pear, rectangle and even shamrock!. Participants can then file it, apply emery paper, add textures, and include an initial if desired. The instructor will drill a hole, allowing for the addition of a bail. Participants can choose between a sparkly or matte finish. Chains can be purchased in-store at a discounted rate for class attendees. At the end, participants will have a charm handmade by them! A unique keepsake from their time in Dublin.

Dublin

Forge your own Claddagh Ring, diving into basic goldsmithing techniques. Learn to saw, form, and file silver, crafting a personalized ring. Experience soldering and polishing, choosing your finish. Enjoy provided tools, silver, and refreshments in this small group art class, creating a lasting piece of Irish heritage.

Forge your own Claddagh Ring, diving into basic goldsmithing techniques. Learn to saw, form, and file silver, crafting a personalized ring. Experience soldering and polishing, choosing your finish. Enjoy provided tools, silver, and refreshments in this small group art class, creating a lasting piece of Irish heritage.

Dublin

Dublin Jewellery Forge a Hammered Silver ring: Georges Street is an award-winning experience where you can craft your own sterling silver ring. This hands-on workshop takes place in a newly renovated studio in the heart of Dublin City Center. It's a fun and unforgettable activity to enjoy with friends and family, perfect for ages 10 and up. Participants will learn to measure, saw, and shape their silver using traditional jewelry-making techniques. Expert tutors guide each step, from soldering to filing and texturing. You can choose from various textures and polishing options to create a truly unique souvenir. This is more than just a class; it's a chance to make a meaningful memento of a trip to Ireland. This experience includes all the sterling silver needed for the ring, as well as coffee and tea. Please note that the building is not wheelchair accessible, and children under 10 are not permitted.

Dublin Jewellery Forge a Hammered Silver ring: Georges Street is an award-winning experience where you can craft your own sterling silver ring. This hands-on workshop takes place in a newly renovated studio in the heart of Dublin City Center. It's a fun and unforgettable activity to enjoy with friends and family, perfect for ages 10 and up. Participants will learn to measure, saw, and shape their silver using traditional jewelry-making techniques. Expert tutors guide each step, from soldering to filing and texturing. You can choose from various textures and polishing options to create a truly unique souvenir. This is more than just a class; it's a chance to make a meaningful memento of a trip to Ireland. This experience includes all the sterling silver needed for the ring, as well as coffee and tea. Please note that the building is not wheelchair accessible, and children under 10 are not permitted.

Southern Scotland

Falcon Upholstery Classes offer traditional craft skills in a fun, historic setting in Southern Scotland. Learn upholstery techniques and create your own projects. Best to remember the basics of furniture construction. This hands-on experience provides the tools and knowledge needed to transform furniture and learn a new skill.

Falcon Upholstery Classes offer traditional craft skills in a fun, historic setting in Southern Scotland. Learn upholstery techniques and create your own projects. Best to remember the basics of furniture construction. This hands-on experience provides the tools and knowledge needed to transform furniture and learn a new skill.