There is a wide range of DIY classes in Seoul where you can make your own special souvenir or gift for your loved ones. Here is the selected list of foreigner-friendly DIY activities in Seoul, instructed in English by experts. Make a one-of-a-kind gift or souvenir by joining these most trendy and popular activities via Trazy!
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*Please note that opening hours and prices may change without notice.
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1. Accessories
1) Ring
- Hongdae Banji Cafe: 3F, 40-6, Jandari-ro 6-gil, Mapo-gu Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Hongik Univ. Station Exit 9
- Opening Hours: 11:00-19:00
- Price: KRW 35,000~
If you want to create special accessories for your loved ones, friends, or family, why not design and craft your own custom ring, necklace, or bracelet in Hongdae? You can add additional options, such as laser engravings and birthstones. You can get an exclusive 50% discount only on Trazy!
Check out more places to make your own custom ring in Seoul!
2) Thread Bracelet
- Knotsoo Studio: 2F, Sandong Building, 43-21, Baekjegobunro 41-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Seokchon Station Exit 1
- Time: 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00
- Price: KRW 34,000~
In this class, you will get to make your own handmade bracelet while learning interesting knotting techniques. You can choose the color of the straps and the shape of the pendant, and have custom letter engravings. It will be a one-and-only bracelet that can’t be found anywhere else!
3) Korean Lettering Silver Jewelry
- Lettering Jewelry Lab: 50-1 Euljiro 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Euiljiro 1-ga Station Exit 1-1
- Time: 10:30 / 14:00 / 17:00 (Closed on Sundays)
- Price: KRW 75,000~
If you like personalizing things and accessories, ‘Lettering Jewelry Lab’ is the perfect place for you! Create personalized silver jewelry with your own special meaning by attaching Hangeul (the Korean alphabet) letters. You can choose from a pendant, bracelet, necklace, earrings, badge, or keychain.
4) Unicorn Suncatcher with Resin & Beads Art Workshop
- Solmea: 28, Wausan-ro 37-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Hongik Univ. Station Exit 6
- Time: 12:00 / 15:00 / 18:00
- Price: KRW 35,000~
If you want to join a unique and interesting DIY class, join this workshop located in one of the trendiest areas, Hongdae. You will create your own unicorn suncatcher while learning some useful resin and bead craft techniques. There is a variety of glitter and crystals in different colors and shapes that you can use to decorate your own suncatcher.
2. Neon Sign
- SMOO:D: B1, 183, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3
- Opening Hours: 10:00~20:00 (Weekdays) / 13:00~20:30 (Sat) / 13:00~18:00 (Sun)
- Price: KRW 35,000~
Neon sign-making classes are among the most popular DIY classes among young people in Korea these days. During this class, you will have a fun time sketching your own design, bending, and fixing the wire. As a result, you will have a neon sign that glows with electric lights in your favorite colors, creating a cool vibe in your room.
3. Hanji (Korean Traditional Paper)
- 441-15, Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Mangwon Station Exit 1
- Time: 14:00 (Mon~Fri)
- Price: KRW 58,800~
Join a 1-day class and discover the art of traditional Korean crafts! Learn the fundamentals of hanji (Korean traditional paper) and jagae (mother-of-pearl), then create your own unique masterpiece. Between sessions, relax with traditional beverages and snacks. Choose from a variety of craft options, including a hand mirror, coaster, key ring, or magnet.
Check out more hanji craft classes in Seoul!
- Make Traditional Korean Accessories with Korean Traditional Paper ‘Hanji’ in Itaewon
- Make a One of a Kind Souvenir with Korean Traditional Paper ‘Hanji’ in Insadong
4. Stamp
- Yhlayuen Jeonggak Academy: 2F, 2 Insadong 8-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Anguk Station Exit 6
- Opening Hours: 10:00~17:00 (Every day except Sundays & public holidays)
- Price: KRW 30,000~
This custom-made Korean-style stone stamp is a one-of-a-kind stamp that makes a meaningful gift for your family and friends! You can use it to decorate greeting cards/letters and bring it home for your Seoul trip as a souvenir. The instructor will guide you through the entire process, making it easy for anyone to follow.
Check out more stamp-making classes in Seoul!
5. Perfume
- Excusezmoi Perfume Bar: 2F, 30-6, Nonhyeon-ro 155-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Apgujeong Station Exit 4
- Time: 12:00 / 15:00 / 18:00 (Tue~Sat) & 15:00 / 18:00 (Sun)
- Price: KRW 77,000~
Making a one-and-only perfume for yourself or your special one will give you an unforgettable experience. During the class, you will get to discover and create the perfume that fits you the most! Don’t miss out on the chance to find and make your own signature scent. It will be a fun dating course for couples as well!
Check out more perfume-making classes in Seoul!
- Make Your Own Perfume in Bangbae-dong
- Make Your Signature Perfume in Hongdae/Songdo
- Parfum9: Create a Personalized Perfume in Hongdae
6. Mother-of-Pearl
- Jinjushell: 42-3, Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Anguk Station Exit 2
- Time: 11:30 / 14:00 (Mon & Wed & Fri & Sat)
- Price: KRW 20,000~
Mother-of-pearl is a valuable material that has been used in traditional Korean artwork for centuries. You can make your own mother-of-pearl crafts and take them with you as unique souvenirs, such as accessories, a hand mirror, a Korean table miniature, and so forth.
Check out more mother-of-pearl craft classes in Seoul!
- Korean Traditional Mother-of-Pearl Lacquerware Craft Experience in Seoul
- Make Your Own Lacquerware Inlaid with Mother-of-Pearl near Yangjae Station
7. Traditional Knot Ornament
- Donglim Knot Workshop: 10, Bukchon-ro 12-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Anguk Station Exit 2
- Opening Hours: 10:00~17:00 (Closed on Mondays)
- Price: KRW 10,000~
Don’t miss out on the chance to have a meaningful experience of making your own traditional Korean souvenirs! You can make your own knot ornaments, which have been used to decorate traditional attire and ritual objects throughout Korean history. Also, you can try making beautiful accessories with traditional Korean paper, Hanji!
8. Ceramic Flute & Cup
- Springshine: 30, Galhyeon-ro 11-gil, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Time: 14:00~16:00 (Mon & Wed)
- Price: KRW 30,000~
This is a heartwarming ceramics class led by Zino, a hearing-impaired ceramic artist. You will see the whole process of making ceramics and making your own ceramic flute or cup. You can relieve your stress while spinning wheels and making your very own special souvenir!
9. Painting & Drawing
- Drinking-Drawing Studio: 1F, 35-1, Baekjegobun-ro 42-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Seokchon Station Exit 3
- Time: 13:00 / 16:00 (Mon~Sat) & 13:00 (Sun)
- Price: KRW 50,000~
Join a 2-hour acrylic painting class and bring your imagination to life on canvas! Led by Mr. Jeong Joon Tae, a fine arts education expert with over 10 years of experience, this unique drinking-drawing class offers unforgettable moments in a free and comfortable atmosphere. Enjoy a variety of beverages, including coffee, beer, wine, and traditional Korean teas, while you paint and relax.
Check out more painting and drawing classes in Seoul!
- Draw a Korean Traditional Hanok House with Traditional Ink & Brush in Seoul
- Painting Workshop in Hongik Univ./ Songdo
10. Toy Puppy Doll
- Mung Mung Moa: 2F, 9-13, Jayang-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Konkuk Univ. Station Exit 6
- Time: 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00
- Price: KRW 60,000~
This is a must-try DIY class for craft and dog lovers. You will make your own cute puppy doll made from nothing but yarn! Choose what type of breed you would like to make, and the teacher will teach you how to shape and decorate your doll step by step. It’s a super simple and easy craft to learn!
11. T-shirt with a Korean Name
- Feel So Good Calli: 3F, 55-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Anguk Station Exit 6
- Time: 11:00 (Mon)
- Price: KRW 50,000~
Learn how to write your name in Korean using Korean traditional brushes and inks, and have it printed on a T-shirt to create a one-of-a-kind travel souvenir! Proudly wear your personalized T-shirt during your travels in Korea and carry a piece of your memory home.
12. Traditional Bookbinding & Calligraphy
- Feel So Good Calli: 3F, 55-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Anguk Station Exit 6
- Time: 13:00 (Mon) / 11:00 (Tue) / 17:00 (Wed) / 15:00 (Thu~Sat)
- Price: KRW 57,000~
Experience making a notebook using the traditional bookbinding method! You’ll use a needle and thread to tightly tie together 15 sheets of paper and 2 note cover papers, creating your own traditional notebook. Learn how to write your name in Korean and use ink and a brush to inscribe it on the cover of the notebook.
Check out more calligraphy classes in Seoul!
13. Leather & Wood Craft
- SMOO:D: B1, 183, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3
- Opening Hours: 10:00~20:00 (Weekdays) / 13:00~20:00 (Weekends)
- Price: KRW 25,000~
This hands-on leather and wood craft workshop in Hongdae lets you create a practical, personalized item such as a leather pouch wallet, passport case, or wood-burning cutting board, using quality materials like natural cowhide and mahogany. Guided step by step by an English-speaking instructor in a cozy studio, the class is beginner-friendly and perfect for making a unique everyday accessory or meaningful gift during your trip to Seoul.
14. Diffuser
- Muhwawon: 3F, Juwon Building, 23 Yulgok-ro 6-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Anguk Station Exit 4
- Opening Hours: Daily 12:00~22:00
- Price: KRW 69,000~
Create your signature scent at the Perfume & Diffuser Making Class in charming Bukchon Hanok Village, blending premium essential oils with expert guidance to craft a personalized home fragrance. Perfect for K-culture lovers, this hands-on workshop lets you mix notes tailored to your mood—floral, woody, or fresh—while soaking in Seoul’s historic ambiance. Take home your custom diffuser as a lasting souvenir, ideal for travelers seeking unique cultural experiences just steps from Gyeongbokgung Palace.
15. Hand & Body Cream
- BeLight Candle & Perfume Studio: #202, Yongam Building, 43 Duteopbawi-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (Kakao Map)
- Nearest Subway Station: Sookmyung Women’s Univ. Station Exit 2
- Opening Hours: Daily 11:00~19:00 (Sun Off)
- Price: KRW 53,800~
Craft your own luxurious perfume or hand and body cream at this intimate workshop in Yongsan, Seoul, blending premium essential oils and natural bases to create a signature scent that pampers your skin daily. Guided by skilled artisans, customize top, middle, and base notes—think fresh citrus, soothing lavender, or exotic florals—for a truly personal K-beauty keepsake. Perfect for travelers near Itaewon or the War Memorial, this hands-on class offers a relaxing cultural escape with a silky-smooth product to take home.
16. Korean Traditional Lucky Dried Pollack
- Gre Island Studio: 73-4 Yeomni-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Daeheung (Sogang Univ.) Station
- Class Time: 10:00 / 14:00 / 16:00
- Price: KRW 50,000~
This DIY class lets you make a cute Korean lucky dried pollack using punch needle embroidery, so it’s both a craft activity and a fun introduction to a traditional Korean good-luck symbol. It’s beginner-friendly, includes materials and gift packaging, and you’ll finish with a personalized souvenir to take home.
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