THE GIFT LAB
An evening dedicated to handmade gifts, to "sharing", to company. A large group of artisans, who, around a central interactive creation bench, are inspired by materials, wood, ceramic, fabric, leather, thread, and make handmade gifts with the help of the teachers of Askardamykti
Time & Location
13 Dec 2025, 17:00 – 21:00
Nea Ionia, Averof 30, Nea Ionia 142 32, Greece
About the event
ABOUT THE GIFT LAB
The Gift Lab is an evening dedicated to handmade gifts, to "sharing", to company.
The Askardamykti School is transformed into a common space of action, where different arts – wood, clay, leather, paper and metal – coexist simultaneously. Imagine a large group of artisans around a common meeting point: a single interactive creation bench, where the materials and techniques of the Askardamykti School become stimuli for experimentation and inspiration. Music, wine and lively discussions transform the moment into an experience that unites people through the act of making. A collective experience around the concept of the handmade gift and its sharing.
THE GIFT LAB IN DETAILS
The Gift Lab is a collective creative experience that unfolds around a single, interactive bench . A large common space filled with materials, tools, colors, textures and stimuli from the world of woodworking, leatherworking, weaving, fabric and other techniques of the Askardamykti School. There are no distinct stages or strict structure; there is a continuous flow where participants create side by side, observe, get inspired and share the act of making.
At the heart of the experience lies the creation of handmade gifts : small objects born from natural materials and the personal eye of each individual. Making a gift with your own hands becomes an act of relationship and giving. An object with texture, history and intention.
Participants work, talk, laugh and get to know each other while music and a glass of wine naturally accompany the experience.
Around the central counter you will find a bazaar with handmade items from students and collaborators of the school. Ceramics, jewelry, textiles, leather goods, small constructions and art objects compose a mosaic of creativity that reflects the breadth and energy of the Askardamykti community.
The Gift Lab is an opportunity to create, experiment, meet people and share emotions. An experience that combines the tranquility of craftsmanship with the warm atmosphere of company, where gifts are not just objects but small gestures of creation and love.
WHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE AT THE GIFT LAB
You will learn techniques and materials that will inspire you
You will meet the people of Askardamykti who will share knowledge and technical experience with you.
You will have the joy of making unique handmade gifts for people you love.
You will try different techniques and materials
An atmosphere of collaboration and camaraderie, where creation becomes a shared experience.
You will have the opportunity to be inspired by the bazaar of handmade items by students and school associates and, why not, buy Christmas gifts.
The feeling of participating in a vibrant community that shares materials, ideas and emotions.
You will listen to music, drink wine and meet people who love crafts as much as you do!
WHAT WE WILL MAKE - Experiment with techniques and make Christmas ornaments, decorative and useful objects
Easy constructions on a wood lathe
Small leather crafts (coasters, bookmarks, bags, notebooks, jewelry and other decorations and ornaments)
Wooden creations (small boxes, decorations, Christmas ornaments, etc.)
Fabric & felt creations (scrunchies, decorations, ornaments)
See paper differently - origami constructions, simple bookbinding techniques
Linoleum Prints and leave your mark everywhere
Ceramic painting - Charms, ornaments, decorations
Woven charms and pendants with micro-texture
