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Creative Cafés

A space for all things creative!

A space for all things creative! Workshops, inspiring community events, and plenty of room to explore your own ideas, for all ages* and every level.

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_{*Currently, children’s programs are available only at our Zürich location.}

Painting, drinks & good vibes!

Art, coffee & creativity in one place – drop by on your own, with friends or as a team.

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Twice as much fun, twice as many ideas

For the curious & doers

From colourful workshops to wild experiences

Bye everyday life, hello good mood!

Come over, let go and just have a good time

Zürich

New: Action Painting Park – Splash, Drip, Throw!

Paint flies through the air, and brushes can take a break: with the Action Painting Park, Paint It Easy is opening a brand-new creative playground. Book your slot at your convenience, grab some water pistols, balloons and paint bombs – and just get started.

Basel & Zürich

The perfect gift for creatives

Give the gift of creative moments in Basel and Zurich. Order your voucher online now, print it instantly, or collect the chic gift version from us.

Basel

Pottery courses from January 2026 now also in Basel

Paint It Easy is expanding its creative offering in Basel from January 2026. At Spalenring 103, a fully equipped area for pottery will be created with everything that goes with it.

Basel

Paint It Easy opens new Ceramic Painting Studio in Basel

We have exciting news: Paint it Easy is growing in Basel! From 1 September 2025, we will be taking over "ceramico - paint your own ceramics". Just a few days later, on 3 September 2025, we will celebrate the opening of our second location there - the Ceramic Painting Studio Basel.

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Heavy Blossom

Guided Acrylic Painting Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
ZÜRICH · PIE Action Painting Park
2.5 Hours

from 75.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

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Heavy Blossom. Petals in 3D. Spring you can almost touch.
Ever wanted to paint something so lush you feel like you could pluck it off the canvas? This is your moment.

In this semi-guided, textured acrylic session, you’ll create a dreamy cherry blossom branch in soft pink hues, set against a hazy pastel background. With modelling paste, you’ll build thick, velvety petals and a sturdy branch that practically pop out of the painting.

We’ll guide you in mixing tender tones, sculpting with your palette knife, and layering texture so the blossoms feel weighty, rich, and irresistibly touchable.
Perfect for beginners, texture lovers, and anyone who wants to bring a little springtime magic into their space — no matter the season.

Swiss Summer

Guided Acrylic Painting Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
BASEL · PIE Creative Café
2.5 Hours

from 70.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

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Bright mountains, a shimmering lake, and light that feels almost alive.
Step into a radiant alpine world where the air is crystal clear and colours glow with a quiet, powerful intensity. Inspired by the luminous spirit and rhythmic compositions of Ferdinand Hodler, we’ll step into his footsteps and explore how to build a landscape through expressive brushwork and layered painting.

In this session, you’ll learn how to create depth and perspective in a landscape — how distant peaks, water, and sky can unfold through colour, contrast, and structure. We’ll explore how to bring dynamic, energetic detail into the brushwork while still holding the whole composition together as a unified, harmonious scene.

We’ll guide you through shimmering water, luminous layering techniques, and the gentle geometry of alpine peaks. You bring your curiosity and calm focus — and a willingness to enter a landscape that feels slightly brighter, more alive, and more structured than reality itself.

Where the Dandelions Sleep

Guided Acrylic Painting Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
BASEL · PIE Creative Café
2.5 Hours

from 75.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

Soft and glowing like the first light of day.
In this textured painting session, we capture a delicate dandelion — lit in warm amber and golden-orange tones. Light, dreamy, and quietly striking, this piece is all about contrast, texture, and softness meeting structure.

We’ll be working with texture paste to gently build dimension, creating a subtle raised surface that gives the dandelion its almost touchable quality. You’ll learn how to apply and shape the paste in a controlled way — enough to create depth, while keeping that light, fragile feel.

We move into palette knife techniques, exploring how to layer and softly “tap” and pull the paint to form those delicate, radiating shapes. It’s a beautiful balance between precision and letting go — allowing the texture to guide the outcome.
Light, poetic, and full of quiet movement — a little moment of nature, captured in texture. ✨

Pollock in Pajamas

Action Painting Workshop for Kids & Parents

Workshop
Beginner
ZÜRICH · PIE Action Painting Park
1.5 hours

from 70.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

Splash. Laugh. Glow.

Some kids love colouring inside the lines.
Others were born to throw paint.

Pollock in Pyjamas is our energetic Saturday Action Painting experience for children aged 6–12 who love to move, experiment and create without limits. Inspired by the freedom of Action Painting, every session encourages young artists to discover colours, movement and their own imagination in a playful, pressure-free environment.

After a short creative introduction, our artist demonstrates exciting Action Painting techniques and shows how different tools can create completely different effects. Then it’s time to let loose. Children splash, drip, flick, roll and layer paint while discovering that every mark on the canvas becomes the starting point for the next creative idea.

There are no predefined motifs and no right or wrong answers—only curiosity, experimentation and colourful surprises.

Towards the end of the workshop, we switch off the lights and turn on the UV lights. Suddenly fluorescent paints begin to glow, colours transform, and the studio becomes an entirely new creative playground. Children can continue painting under blacklight or simply enjoy watching their artwork come to life in a completely different way.

Each participant creates their own artwork on a 30 × 40 cm canvas, with the option to upgrade to a larger canvas during booking.

Parents are welcome to join the experience and paint alongside their children—or simply relax in our lounge while the little artists enjoy their creative adventure.

Every session is different. Every painting is unique. Every child leaves with colourful memories—and usually a very big smile.

Le Petit Prince

Guided Acrylic Painting Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
ZÜRICH · PIE Action Painting Park
2.5 Hours

from 70.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

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Galaxies, friendship & a little cosmic charm.
In this dreamy painting session, we bring a classic moment to life:
The Little Prince and his fox — sitting on their tiny planets, staring into the stars, thinking deep (and probably adorable) thoughts.

You’ll recreate this sweet, spacey scene with soft colours, flowing lines, and a big dose of heart. Along the way, you’ll learn how to paint an effortless galaxy and sprinkle stars across your sky — simple techniques that create that magical, glowing universe effect without the stress.

It’s peaceful, a little playful, and perfect for anyone who loves the quiet magic of childhood stories — even as a grown-up.
No experience needed. Just show up and paint something that feels like a warm hug from another planet. ✨🦊

Paint Your Pet Portrait

Guided Acrylic Painting Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
ZÜRICH · PIE Action Painting Park
2.5 Hours

from 80.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

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A portrait session for devoted humans and the four-legged icons they adore.
Your pet is already a star — now it’s time to immortalise them in paint.

In this custom, joy-filled session, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind portrait of your beloved animal (real, imagined, or emotionally adopted). Think soulful eyes, majestic fluff, and maybe a tiny crown or a glass of wine in paw — because obviously.

After you book, you’ll send us a few photos of your pet. Our artist will choose the most paint-worthy one and prepare a drawing template for you, so when you show up, the canvas (or plate!) is ready and waiting. Yes — you can also choose to paint your pet onto a ceramic plate. Because what’s better than eating spaghetti off your dog’s face? Nothing.

With step-by-step guidance and space for your weirdest, cutest ideas, this session is part portrait, part love letter, and 100% celebration.

No experience needed — just a good pet photo and a little flair.

Important 🐾
To prepare your personal pet portrait, please send us 3–5 good-quality photos of your pet to:
design@paintiteasy.ch

What we need:

High resolution (we will print the photos)
Your pet’s face clearly visible (we only paint the portrait)
Preferably direct light with clear light and shadow – this makes the painting process much easier for you
Ideally a closed mouth (no visible teeth or tongue) – also helps keep the painting process simple and relaxed

Deadline:
Please send your photos at least 3 days before the workshop.
If we don’t receive your photos by then, your booking will be automatically moved to the next available workshop date, so we can prepare everything properly.
Thanks a lot – this helps us create the best possible portrait of your pet 💛

Bringing your pet 🐶🐱
Yes, you’re welcome to bring your pet along to the workshop (we love it!).
Just make sure they’re well-behaved, comfortable around people and other animals, not disruptive, and not dangerous – basically the kind of guest we’d happily invite again 💛

Ceramics

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Your First Creation on the Wheel: Embracing Wabi-Sabi

Shape & Fun: PIE Ceramics Event

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Zürich
2 hours

from 120.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

Spin it. Shape it. Love the wonky bits.

Ever dreamed of making your own cup or bowl on the pottery wheel? This is your moment to try – no pressure, no perfection, just you, the clay, and the magic of Wabi-Sabi.

In this relaxed, beginner-friendly event, you’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing, how to center the clay, and how to pull up your very first form – maybe a cup, maybe something totally unexpected (and that’s perfectly okay).

We’ll embrace wobbles, curves, and character, celebrating the Japanese art of Wabi-Sabi – finding beauty in imperfection and joy in the process, not just the result.

No experience? No problem. You’ll leave with a piece that’s 100% yours – shaped by your hands and full of personality.

✨ How PIE Ceramics Events Work

Treat yourself to a hands-on creative moment — where you can sip, snack, and sculpt your way through a fun and relaxing ceramics session. Whether you come solo, with friends, or for a team night out, you’ll enjoy a feel-good atmosphere, great company, and your very own ceramic creation to take home (well… after it’s been fired 😉).

Each event is led by one of our friendly ceramic artists, who’ll guide you step-by-step through shaping and decorating your piece. No pressure, no perfection — just good vibes, creative flow, and the joy of getting your hands dirty in the best possible way.

Most of our events take place in our beautiful, cosy studios in Zürich and Basel — fully equipped, full of charm, and designed to spark your imagination. Every now and then, we also pop up in partner venues like bars, cafés, or sunny outdoor locations.

🏺 What’s Included

All tools, materials, and clay
Personal guidance from an experienced ceramic instructor
One piece included for firing and glazing (extras optional for a small fee)
A welcoming and inspiring studio space to explore ceramics at your own pace
The option to return and glaze your piece in one of two ways:
→ Join a glazing workshop at a discounted price
→ Or glaze it yourself in our Creative Café for CHF 20 — walk in or reserve a table during opening hours

Arrival: Please come 10–15 minutes early to settle in and grab your welcome drink
Cancellations: Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
Rescheduling: Possible up to 72 hours before the workshop
Pickup: Pieces are ready around 4 weeks after your session
All levels welcome — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy
Alcohol: Only served to guests aged 18+

👉 Full terms & policies: shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms

Your First Creation on the Wheel: Embracing Wabi-Sabi

Shape & Fun: PIE Ceramics Event

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Basel
2 hours

from 120.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

Spin it. Shape it. Love the wonky bits.

Ever dreamed of making your own cup on the pottery wheel? This is your moment to try – no pressure, no perfection, just you, the clay, and the magic of Wabi-Sabi.

In this relaxed, beginner-friendly event, you’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing, how to center the clay, and how to pull up your very first form – maybe a cup, maybe something totally unexpected (and that’s perfectly okay).

We’ll embrace wobbles, curves, and character, celebrating the Japanese art of Wabi-Sabi – finding beauty in imperfection and joy in the process, not just the result.

No experience? No problem. You’ll leave with a piece that’s 100% yours – shaped by your hands and full of personality.

My First Cup

Shape & Fun: PIE Ceramics Event

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Zürich
2.5 hours

from 95.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

Because your morning coffee tastes better from something you made yourself.

In this 2-hour Shape & Fun ceramics event, you’ll create your very own hand-built ceramic cup — from a soft block of clay to a fully functional mug, tumbler, or teacup (bravery determines size, no pressure).

With the help of our instructor, you’ll learn the basics of shaping, smoothing, and personalising your cup — all in a relaxed, supportive environment. Whether you go for sleek and modern or charmingly wobbly, it’s all about making something uniquely yours.

Not sure where to start? Don’t worry — we’ve got examples to spark ideas, and plenty of guidance to help bring your cup to life.

🎨 Want to decorate it later? You’ll get a discount to join one of our painting sessions and add colour and flair to your handmade creation.
🔥 After the event, we’ll glaze and fire your cup. It’ll be ready for pickup in about 3–4 weeks.

Perfect for absolute beginners, curious creatives, and anyone who’s ever thought:
“I’d love to make something I can actually use.”

✨ How PIE Ceramics Events Work

Treat yourself to a hands-on creative moment — where you can sip, snack, and sculpt your way through a fun and relaxing ceramics session. Whether you come solo, with friends, or for a team night out, you’ll enjoy a feel-good atmosphere, great company, and your very own ceramic creation to take home (well… after it’s been fired 😉).

Each event is led by one of our friendly ceramic artists, who’ll guide you step-by-step through shaping and decorating your piece. No pressure, no perfection — just good vibes, creative flow, and the joy of getting your hands dirty in the best possible way.

Most of our events take place in our beautiful, cosy studios in Zürich and Basel — fully equipped, full of charm, and designed to spark your imagination. Every now and then, we also pop up in partner venues like bars, cafés, or sunny outdoor locations.

🏺 What’s Included

All tools, materials, and clay
Personal guidance from an experienced ceramic instructor
One piece included for firing and glazing (extras optional for a small fee)
A welcoming and inspiring studio space to explore ceramics at your own pace
The option to return and glaze your piece in one of two ways:
→ Join a glazing workshop at a discounted price
→ Or glaze it yourself in our Creative Café for CHF 20 — walk in or reserve a table during opening hours

🔥 Firing & Pickup

We take care of firing and glazing your ceramic piece after the workshop.
Firing takes approx. 4 weeks – we’ll contact you when your piece is ready for pickup.

🥂 A Toast to Creativity

Every workshop starts with a complimentary welcome drink to help you settle in and spark your creative side. Choose from:

A soft drink or hot drink
A glass of wine, prosecco, or beer
Or our rotating Cocktail of the Week

Feeling fancy? Upgrade to a signature cocktail, mocktail, or smoothie for just CHF 5–9.

🍴 Hungry for More? (in ZH)

Our Creative Café is open during your session — with wraps, bowls, snacks, sweet treats and more to fuel your inspiration. Additional drinks and food are available à la carte throughout the workshop.

📋 Good to Know

Arrival: Please come 10–15 minutes early to settle in and grab your welcome drink
Cancellations: Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
Rescheduling: Possible up to 72 hours before the workshop
Pickup: Pieces are ready around 4 weeks after your session
All levels welcome — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy
Alcohol: Only served to guests aged 18+

👉 Full terms & policies: shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms

My Treasure Box

Shape & Fun: PIE Ceramics Event

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Zürich
2.5 hours

from 100.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

🗝️ Box of Wonders: Craft Your Keepsake

Ever dreamed of making something with your hands that’s both beautiful and meaningful? In this cosy ceramics event, you’ll create your very own ceramic keepsake box — complete with a perfectly fitting lid and loads of creative charm.

You’ll learn the basics of hand-building as you form, sculpt, and personalise your piece. Think texture, shape, and sweet little design details that make it truly yours. Whether it holds jewellery, secrets, wishes, or just good vibes, this box becomes a one-of-a-kind treasure — made by you.

🧱 No experience needed — just curiosity, imagination, and a willingness to get your hands joyfully messy.

After the event, we’ll glaze and fire your piece. It’ll be ready to pick up in about 4 weeks — your own little ceramic time capsule, made with love.

Some of our workshops may be held in English depending on the instructor 😊 We really appreciate your openness and flexibility!

✨ How PIE Ceramics Events Work

Treat yourself to a hands-on creative moment — where you can sip, snack, and sculpt your way through a fun and relaxing ceramics session. Whether you come solo, with friends, or for a team night out, you’ll enjoy a feel-good atmosphere, great company, and your very own ceramic creation to take home (well… after it’s been fired 😉).

Each event is led by one of our friendly ceramic artists, who’ll guide you step-by-step through shaping and decorating your piece. No pressure, no perfection — just good vibes, creative flow, and the joy of getting your hands dirty in the best possible way.

Most of our events take place in our beautiful, cosy studios in Zürich and Basel — fully equipped, full of charm, and designed to spark your imagination. Every now and then, we also pop up in partner venues like bars, cafés, or sunny outdoor locations.

🏺 What’s Included

All tools, materials, and clay
Personal guidance from an experienced ceramic instructor
One piece included for firing and glazing (extras optional for a small fee)
A welcoming and inspiring studio space to explore ceramics at your own pace
The option to return and glaze your piece in one of two ways:
→ Join a glazing workshop at a discounted price
→ Or glaze it yourself in our Creative Café for CHF 20 — walk in or reserve a table during opening hours

Arrival: Please come 10–15 minutes early to settle in and grab your welcome drink
Cancellations: Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
Rescheduling: Possible up to 72 hours before the workshop
Pickup: Pieces are ready around 4 weeks after your session
All levels welcome — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy
Alcohol: Only served to guests aged 18+

👉 Full terms & policies: shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms

Michelangelo in Pajamas

Kids & Parents Guided Ceramics Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
ZÜRICH · PIE Ceramics Studio
2 hours

from 60.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

Saturday morning sculpting for little hands and big imaginations.

Clay is squishy, messy, wonderfully forgiving – and capable of becoming pretty much anything.

At Michelangelo in Pajamas, kids explore the world of ceramics through playful, guided projects designed to get their hands moving and their imaginations going. One week it might be a funky mug, another a funny creature, a colourful bowl or something completely unexpected.

Our instructors introduce the project and techniques step by step, but this isn’t about making ten identical little masterpieces. Kids are encouraged to experiment, add their own ideas and turn the project into something unmistakably theirs.

Parents and accompanying adults are very welcome to join the fun too – create something together, work side by side, or let your little Michelangelo take over the creative part.

PJs optional. Clay under the fingernails? Pretty much guaranteed.

Wheel-throwing Taster

Wheel-Throwing Taster Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Zürich
2.5 Hours

from 120.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

🎡 Just curious? Even better.

This is your chance to dip a toe (or both hands!) into the wild, whirling world of the pottery wheel — no pressure, no experience needed. In this wheel-throwing taster workshop, you’ll learn how to center, pull, and shape clay like a true ceramic boss. It’s messy, magical, and way more satisfying than your average Saturday scroll session.

You’ll get hands-on with the basics of wheel-throwing — and walk away with at least one piece to call your own. Plus, you’ll leave knowing whether this hobby is a fling or the beginning of a full-blown love affair.

No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity — we’ll handle the spin cycle.

✏️ What to Expect

A chill, beginner-friendly session led by our wheel-throwing wizards
Step-by-step intro to centering, pulling, and shaping on the wheel
Time to finesse your form and feel the clay do its thing
A playful, supportive vibe where mistakes are just part of the fun
All tools, clay, and good energy provided

🎁 What You’ll Take Home

One fired & glazed ceramic piece (included in the price — we’ll handle the rest)
The option to keep more pieces for CHF 15 each
The pure joy of creating something from spinning mud
A solid intro to wheel-throwing, and whether a full course is your next step

🧠 Who It’s For

Total newbies who’ve always wanted to try “that Ghost movie thing”
Hands-on creatives craving a screen-free adventure
Friends, dates, teams — anyone up for a shared spin
Future potters testing the waters before diving into a full course

📦 A Few More Things to Know

No need to bring anything – just wear something comfy you don’t mind getting a bit clay-kissed
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in
Firing and glazing takes 4 weeks – we’ll let you know when your piece is ready
Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
If you fall in love with wheel-throwing (warning: you might), we’ve got full courses and studio classes waiting for you!

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Zürich

Whether it's painting ceramics in the Creative Café, inspiring workshops - at PIE Studio Zurich you'll find creative freedom in a cosy atmosphere. There's also fine coffee, delicious food and plenty of space for your ideas.

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Basel

In Basel you’ll find two creative spaces: At our Studio near the train station, you can paint in an inspiring atmosphere, join workshops, or enjoy free creative time. At the Ceramic Painting Studio Basel on Spalenring, everything revolves around ceramic painting – from mugs to bowls, uniquely designed by you.

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