As part of Singapore HeritageFest 2025, South Beach is organising a series of workshops conducted by WithAutumn, a creative studio specialising in textile crafts and natural dyeing. Rooted in traditional artisanship, they blend heritage techniques with contemporary aesthetics to produce unique and sustainable designs.

Below are some of the workshops you can look forward to:

• Punch Needle Wearable Heritage Art
  Date: 10 & 24 May 2025 (Saturday), 10AM – 12PM
  Venue: South Beach Tower Lobby
  Adult: $45
  Parent + Child Bundle: $60
  
  Explore the charm of Singapore’s shophouses and the intricate beauty of Peranakan tile designs, delving into their cultural significance. In this hands-on workshop, craft a unique punch needle brooch inspired by these iconic heritage elements. Perfect for all skill levels, this experience combines creativity, tradition and wearable art.

• Painting With Yarn (Tingkat Edition)
  Date: 17 May 2025 (Saturday), 10AM – 12PM
  Venue: South Beach Tower Lobby
  Adult: $60
  
  Create a heritage-inspired masterpiece by “painting” with yarn on canvas in this hands-on workshop. Blend tradition and modern craft while exploring the tactile art and vibrant colours. No experience needed.

• Indian Wood Block Printing
  Date: 17 May 2025 (Saturday), 2.30PM – 4PM
  Venue: South Beach Sky Garden
  Adult: $45
  Parent + Child Bundle: $60
  
  Explore Indian wood block printing with Peranakan tile-inspired motifs in this hands-on workshop. Create unique designs on recycled cotton fabric, crafting a sustainable bandana or napkins while celebrating the artistry of traditional techniques and cultural heritage.

• Painting With Native Plant Pigments
  Date: 10 & 24 May 2025 (Saturday), 2PM – 4PM
  Venue: South Beach Sky Garden
  Adult: $60
  
  Discover native plants as natural dyes and pigments in this hands-on workshop. Paint fabric using exclusive heritage-inspired stencils, blending sustainable art with cultural heritage for a unique creative experience.

In addition, Madame Fan from The NCO Club and Bombay Brasserie are offering unique experiences this HeritageFest too!

• Uncovering Chinese Paper Art at Madame Fan Bar
  Dates: 2, 9, 16 & 23 May 2025
  Venue: Madame Fan Bar at The NCO Club at South Beach
  Adult: $59.95
  
  Chinese Paper Cutting is a treasured Chinese art. Step into Madame Fan Bar and uncover the history of Chinese art of paper cutting. Immerse yourself into the creative process and end the session with a cocktail inspired by the art form paired with a side of dim sum.

• Treasures of Indian Cuisine
  Dates: 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 & 25 May
  Venue: Bombay Brasserie at South Beach Avenue
  Admission: $75
  
  In this dining workshop, learn about how Indian heritage has been preserved in Singapore, including age-old techniques and ingredients used by early Indian migrants in Singapore, all alongside a five-course tasting menu. Be taken through a vivid journey of the true treasures of Indian cuisine.

To enjoy the HeritageFest and register your interest, click here for more!