There’s so much to do at Happs Wines & Commonage Pottery. Whether it's playing with clay, enjoying a bohemian picnic experience on a girls' day out, or attending one of our events there is something for everyone to enjoy.
We're happy to customize artistic workshops and experiences for your group. Please contact us on bookings@happs.com.au for help planning your visit.
Artistic Workshops
Every Tuesday
Bud Vases & Seed Pods in Clay with Kay Manolas
Let your creativity flow as you craft enchanting bud vases or seed pods with Kay's guidance. Embrace the art of clay hand-building and design delicate forms that exude elegance and charm. From shaping to finishing touches, Kay will provide expert tips to help you bring your bud vase visions to life.
$130 per person
Every Friday
Encaustic Art for Beginners
Discover the mesmerizing world of encaustic art with acclaimed artist Colin Pratt. Whether you're new to art or looking to explore a new medium, this workshop is designed to introduce you to the captivating realm of encaustic painting. Join us as Colin shares his passion and expertise in this ancient technique, using heated beeswax and coloured pigments to create stunning works of art.
$130 per person
Mondays & Every Second Saturday
Pottery Wheel Workshop
Create your own pottery design and learn wheel throwing with our very own professional potter. A fun experience for you, your friends and family.
$110 per person
Every Tuesday and Wednesday & Alternating Sundays
Create Your Own Breakfast Set
Hand build a collection of tableware while learning new techniques for working with clay. Choose to make breakfast plate, cereal bowl, milk jug. Book one workshop to make a single piece or book a series of workshops to make a whole set.
November 28
Chip and Dip Pottery Workshop
The chip & dip hand-thrown pottery platter is a
true work of art and functionality. Its wide, shallow design provides the perfect canvas for arranging an assortment of chips, crackers, or vegetables around the central dip bowl, making it an ideal serving piece for gatherings. The hand-thrown nature of these platters adds an authentic, organic touch to any table setting, infusing a sense of rustic elegance into your culinary presentations. Whether used for entertaining or daily use, these chip & dip platters are both visually stunning and wonderfully practical, exemplifying the beauty of handcrafted pottery.
Wine and Food Experiences
PRIVATE PICNICS WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS
Bohemian Picnic
Set in the lush and ever blooming Happs garden, our bohemian picnics are the perfect setting for an idyllic girls' day out. Whether you’re looking for an intimate gathering of a few friends or a grand celebration a Happs Bohemian picnic will provide the perfect setting for your memorable day.
Wine Tour, Pottery Demo, Tasting
Behind the Scenes at Happs
Go behind the scenes and discover how Ros and Erl Happs' shared love of nature, soil, and wine has resulted in the innovative wine and pottery business you see today. Includes a guided tour, hands-on pottery demonstration and wine tasting. For groups of 6 or more.
$30 per person