Clay Maze & Marbling | Craft & Play


In this playful and tactile workshop, children discover the art of working with clay by crafting their very own Clay Maze.

They will learn how to structure the base, shape the intricate pathways, and model the tiny balls that will navigate through it.
To complete the experience, they will also explore the art of marbling by customizing a small fabric pouch designed to hold their handmade playing marbles.

  • Duration: 2.5 hours of creation, technique, and play
  • Who is it for? Perfect for coming with a group or making new friends!
  • Important Note: The clay pieces will require firing, and the pick-up time will be arranged directly during the workshop.
  • Takeaway: A magnificent handmade clay maze and its unique marbled pouch to take home.

Please bring an art apron for the kids, as things might get a little messy with the clay and colors!

Good to Know (Location & Weather):
Held outdoors in Maleny, nature serves as our inspiring studio! While designed to be an outdoor experience, we have excellent sheltered options nearby to ensure the creative fun goes on rain or shine.

Skills your group will learn:

  • 3D Clay Sculpting & Structuring: Mastering hand-eye coordination to shape the main tray, build intricate pathways, and carefully hand-roll the playing marbles.
  • Surface Design & Texturing: Experimenting with creative techniques to carve, pattern, and decorate the clay maze surfaces for a unique finish.
  • Fabric Marbling: Discovering the mesmerizing art of marbling to customize a small fabric pouch designed to hold their handmade marbles.
  • Fine Motor Skills: A fantastic workout for fine motor development through kneading clay, handling delicate tools, and carefully coordinating movements for the maze and pouch.
  • Creative Problem-Solving & Spatial Logic: Figuring out how to connect pathways so the maze is fun and functional for the marbles to travel through from start to finish.

Who is it for?

This workshop is ideally tailored for children aged 9 to 12 years old. However, younger children are very welcome to join if accompanied by an adult to help them with the sculpting and crafting activities, and older kids/teens who love hands-on art are welcome too! Perfect for coming with a group or making new friends!