SIP, PAINT & SHOP

Paint Your Own Watercolour Cards – Festive Wreaths and Florals

Location & Details
Thousand Island Dressing Paddington

129 Latrobe Terrace 

Friday12th December | 6:00 – 8:00 pm (2 hours) 

Looking for fun and creative Christmas activities in Brisbane? Come and enjoy a joyful evening painting your very own handmade watercolour Christmas cards in this colourful, feel-good festive workshop with Brisbane artist Georgie Forbes (Lordy Dordie). Thousand Island will be open for you to browse and shop as you wish.

In this relaxed and beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the foundations of watercolour painting, including basic brush techniques, floral composition, colour mixing and festive illustration tips (including how to paint a wreath). Georgie will guide you step-by-step through the process so you feel supported and inspired from start to finish — no painting experience required! All while getting a spot of Christmas shopping in.

What you’ll create
You’ll design and paint a set of hand painted Christmas cards using vibrant watercolours and festive floral motifs — the perfect mini keepsakes to gift to a loved one or display at home.

What’s included

• Complementary drink on arrival & snacks to graze on throughout the evening

• All premium materials provided (300gsm watercolour cards + envelopes) 

• High-quality brushes and vibrant watercolour paints supplied 

• Step-by-step guidance from Georgie (Lordy Dordie) 

• Festive Christmas treats

• Relaxed, festive and creative learning environment 

Who is this workshop for?
This class is beginner friendly – no experience needed and suitable for anyone aged 10+. 

Perfect for:

• Individuals or festive friends’ day out

• Mother–daughter creative time 

• A festive catch-up activity

• A thoughtful “experience gift” 

• Birthday, Christmas activity

About your teacher
Georgie Forbes is a professional Artist & Surface Pattern Designer with over 25 years’ experience. Best known for her vibrant “Lordy Dordie” art style, she loves inspiring others to discover the joy of colour and creativity through playful, feel-good workshops.

Take home

1. 2-3 hand-painted Christmas cards (with envelopes)

2. New watercolour skills + festive techniques 

3. A pocketful of creative confidence 

4. A bright, memory-filled Christmas experience

5. Perhaps some Christmas presents or treats for yourself ;)

Why you’ll love it
Handmade Christmas cards are thoughtful, personal and full of heart — and such a beautiful alternative to store-bought designs. You’ll leave feeling relaxed, festive, and creatively uplifted… and with two gorgeous keepsakes to prove it! A private shopping experience.

BYO Section:
Feel free to bring along your own drinks