Unleash your inner artist
Discover the Arty Party Place workshops, where creativity knows no bounds! We offer a wide range of engaging and unique experiences for all ages and skill levels. From pottery painting to candlemaking, unleash your artistic spirit and create lasting memories with us. Our workshops are perfect for individuals, families, and groups looking for a fun and fulfilling activity in Portlaoise, Ireland.
Our creative workshops
Arty Party Place offers a diverse selection of creative workshops, designed to inspire and delight. Whether you're interested in the timeless charm of pottery painting, the soothing art of candlemaking, or the hands-on fun of soapmaking, We also offer themed craft events, papercraft workshops, Easter and Summer Camps and term time after school. We have something for everyone and are happy to tailor an event to your needs. Our workshops are perfect for individuals seeking a new hobby, or parents looking to entertain the kids.
Pottery painting
Express your creativity and transform plain pottery into personalized masterpieces. Perfect for all ages and skill levels!
Soapmaking
Learn the art of soapmaking and create your own unique, fragrant, and skin-friendly soaps.
Candlemaking
Craft beautiful and aromatic candles from scratch, adding warmth and ambiance to any space.
Scrapbooking
Scrapbooking, Reimagined
This isn’t your grandma’s scrapbook.
In this workshop, we will explore scrapbooking as a form of self-expression. Capture moments that matter to you.
Sweary Words
In this fun adult only workshop we paint, gild and embellish a sparkly, profanity-powered piece of art that’s as therapeutic as it is hilarious.
Stencilling
Design a tote that’s 100% you.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll customize a reusable tote bag using stencils, fabric paint, and rhinestones.
Handbuilding Clay
Discover the joy of working with clay with our 4 week handbuilding course or 2 session themed clay workshops.
Papercrafts
Our workshop supplies all the materials, tools, ideas and instructions to create fabulous cards or scrapbook pages.
Shiny Shoes
Transform your old shoes into personalized works of art. Give your shoes a second life and a whole lot of sparkle with metallic foils and embellishments.
The arty party place difference
Arty Party Place stands out as an established local creative business committed to providing unique workshops and events for all ages. Our dedication to offering fresh and innovative creative experiences, coupled with our convenient location in Portlaoise, makes us the premier destination for arts and crafts enthusiasts in Laois. We also offer a mobile event service and comprehensive kits for community groups, women's sheds, ICA groups etc with video tutorials.
Parties, hens and team building
Looking for a unique venue for a kid's party or team building event? Arty Party Place offers customized workshops and events tailored to your specific needs. We provide all the materials and guidance necessary for a memorable and creative experience.
Hen groups and evening events for adults can opt for BYOB with a small corkage fee and the option for takeaway delivery.
Birthday Parties
Celebrate your special day with a unique and creative experience! Choose your favourite craft and add fun slime making for an unforgettable Arty Party Birthday Event. Contact us to create your perfect party! Most party options have a duration of 2 hours.
Our favourite craft options include - acrylic paint or underglaze pottery painting. Pencil Case/Cosmetic bag decorating with decorative charms. Tote Bag decorating. Keyring and Bag Charm Maker using polymer clay. Super Slime Maker.
Themed Party Events include the Dinosaur Day, Super Hero Canvas Painting. K Pop Demon Hunters tote bag and keyring. Cupcake Pottery and baked cupcake decorating. Minecraft themed wooden craft.
We provide snacks, juice and treats - bring your own cake and we give you half an hour to serve at the end. Optional - order in hot food or bring in your own.
After school and holidays
Our term time after school art and craft club runs for 5 week blocks during term at 4.30pm to 6.15pm. Places are limited.
During school holidays we offer 4 day art and craft camps exploring a variety of art and craft mediums. Full details of individual camps currently available to book are listed in the BOOK NOW section of the website.