Here’s a fun fact: if you’ve been feeling the urge to make something lately, anything you’re part of a growing trend. People all over Ireland are quietly putting down their phones and picking up… well, pretty much anything that isn’t a screen. Clay. Wool. Paint. Fabric. Hot glue guns. (Careful with that one.) It’s called social crafting , and it’s become 2025’s biggest creative movement. Think cosy pottery studios, after-work painting sessions, candle-making dates, and groups of strangers happily bonding over lopsided bowls. It’s wholesome. It’s fun. It’s a little messy. And we are very here for it. Imagine this: you walk into a warm, friendly studio. Someone hands you a piece of clay. Someone else hands you a cup of tea. A small group of people all just as unsure and excited as you gather around a table. And then something magical happens: everyone starts making stuff. That’s social crafting. No pressure. No perfection. Just creative humans doing creative things, together. It’s ...

There’s a crafty little trend taking over the place and we mean little . Miniature making is everywhere at the moment. Tiny book-nooks, dinky clay rooms, teeny-tiny furniture… it’s like the creative world collectively said, “What if we just made everything adorable?” And honestly? We’re here for it. Miniatures hit that sweet spot between playful and peaceful. They’re nostalgic, they’re calming, and they let you get wonderfully lost in details so small you almost need a magnifying glass. It’s creativity without the overwhelm, a quick escape into a world you get to build from scratch (but small). Here at Makerland, we think this trend is a perfect match for what we’re all about: helping you find fun, imaginative ways to make stuff. If you’ve ever thought, “I could never do that,” miniatures are the perfect place to prove yourself wrong. Anyone can dive in. You just need a spark of curiosity and maybe a glue gun that hasn’t seen daylight in a while. Mini Kits to Try Right Now  If ...

Are you running a creative workshop in Ireland? Or do you know someone who is? We’re on a mission to help people find workshops in Ireland and discover the brilliant, messy, fun world of Irish creativity. We’ve been spotting so many amazing art classes, craft workshops, pottery sessions and other hands on creative experiences popping up all over Ireland and honestly it makes our hearts happy. But here’s the thing, we know it can be tough to get noticed. That’s where Makerland comes in. Why We’re Doing This Life’s better when you make stuff, right? Whether it’s painting, molding clay or trying your hand at something completely new, creativity connects us, sparks joy and reminds us what we’re capable of. We want to make it easier for people to discover creative workshops across Ireland to learn new skills, meet fellow makers and have a great time doing it. We’re here to highlight the hidden gems and show off the people who make them happen. How to Get Featured Think of thi...