BUY 1 GET 1 FREE: GET TOGETHER – BEAR DIY WORKSHOP @ KWUN TONG

A bear workshop with more than 50 colors and no paint rationing gives you room to experiment: pour, layer, and blend until your design feels like yours. You can make a bear or rabbit, and the instructor guides you through the process rather than leaving you to guess.

I like two things in particular: the former designer leading the class teaches throughout, and the buy-one-get-one offer can make this a good-value outing for two people who each want a piece. The main catch is that the finished work needs two to three days to dry, so you will need to collect it later or arrange delivery.

The useful details at a glance

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• More than 50 pigments: Choose your palette from a wide range of colors, with unlimited paint available during the activity.
• A bear or rabbit to design: The workshop lets you make a fluid-style bear or rabbit in several sizes, from 23 cm to 75 cm.
• Patient, hands-on teaching: The instructor has a design background and teaches the process, offering help in line with your chosen work.
• About one to two hours of making: There is no fixed session length, but the studio is open from noon to 7 pm. Work continuing past closing incurs an overtime fee.
• A two-for-one price structure: The listed local package rates cover two pieces, though the final cost depends on size and whether two people share one bear.
• A short walk from Kwun Tong MTR: The studio is in Wing Cheung Industrial Building, about two minutes from the station.

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Choosing your colors and character

This is a hands-on art activity, not a bear-making class in the traditional sewing-and-stuffing sense. You choose a bear or rabbit, then use colored pigments to create a fluid design on its surface. The appeal is in the freedom to try combinations and see how your choices come together.

The palette is a practical strength. With more than 50 colors and unlimited paint, you are not asked to make do with a tiny set of options or ration each pour. That matters if you come with a clear idea, but it also helps if you arrive without one. You can start by picking a few colors you like, then adjust as the work develops.

The instructor is a former designer with experience in design, drawing, and technical skills. You are taught throughout the process, with assistance based on the work you want to make. That guidance should be reassuring if you are new to creative workshops, while still leaving room to make choices for yourself.

One useful detail from a parent’s visit: the bear is articulated, but you need to choose its pose before you begin. Once set, the pose cannot be changed. If that feature matters to you, decide how you want your bear to sit or stand before getting absorbed in the colors.

What the one-to-two-hour session involves

Allow around one to two hours for making your piece. There is no fixed time limit during the opening period, so you are not expected to finish within a tightly scheduled class slot. That flexibility makes the activity easier to enjoy at your own pace, especially with children or a companion who likes to take time over creative decisions.

You can expect the instructor to explain and assist throughout. The studio describes the process as guided from start to finish, with support tailored to what you are trying to make. The activity is presented as suitable for children and parents to do together, though very young children may need close supervision. One parent who brought children aged four and five found that they needed to manage them closely and suggested the activity may suit children aged seven and up better.

There is a firm practical boundary to the flexible timing: the studio closes at 7 pm. If your work continues beyond closing, an overtime charge of HK$50 per 30 minutes applies to each work. I would plan to arrive with enough time to finish rather than treat the open-ended format as permission to run late.

The opening hours are noon to 7 pm every day, Monday through Sunday. You need to make an appointment at least one day ahead. The workshop takes place at Room B2, 4/F, Wing Cheung Industrial Building, 109 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong, about two minutes from Kwun Tong MTR Station.

The price, the pair deal, and the real value

The workshop is sold as buy one, get one free, but the price depends on the size of the two pieces. The listed local prices are:

• 23 cm fluid bear or rabbit: HK$600 for two, or HK$300 per person if split between two people
• 33 cm fluid bear or rabbit: HK$760 for two, or HK$380 per person
• 53 cm fluid bear: HK$1,020 for two, or HK$510 per person
• 75 cm fluid bear: HK$1,760 for two, or HK$880 per person

The online package is advertised from US$38.25, while the workshop’s size-by-size prices are shown in Hong Kong dollars. Check the exact option and total before you book, since the starting price does not represent every size.

The deal looks most attractive when two people each want a piece. You get two works at the listed pair price, making the smaller sizes a relatively approachable choice for a shared activity. The 53 cm and 75 cm versions cost more, so consider whether you want a larger keepsake or would rather spend less and focus on the process.

There is an extra HK$100 charge if two people make one bear together. For example, three customers making two 23 cm bears pay HK$700: HK$600 for the two-for-one pair, plus HK$100 for the additional person sharing one work. If your group does not fit the standard two-piece arrangement, ask the studio about the price before you go.

Optional extras add to the total. A 7 cm fluid bear keychain costs HK$60. Varnish costs HK$30 for a 23 cm piece, HK$40 for 33 cm, HK$60 for 53 cm, and HK$100 for 75 cm; varnish on a 7 cm keychain costs HK$10. Varnished work needs one to two days to dry. Ask about any additional fees in advance if you are considering an option not covered by the listed rates.

For value, the key question is whether you want the finished objects as well as the activity. If two people are keen to make something personal, the deal combines a guided session with two take-home pieces. If you only want one item, the extra-person fee may change the calculation, so confirm your arrangement before booking.

Drying time and getting your work home

Your piece is not ready to carry away immediately. It needs two to three days to dry, so plan for a later collection or shipping. You can pick it up yourself, or use SF Express with payment collected on delivery.

That delay is easy to overlook when choosing a creative activity, especially if your Kwun Tong visit is part of a short Hong Kong stay. If you will be leaving the area soon, ask the studio about delivery details before you commit. The supplied information does not give a delivery price, so do not assume it is included in the workshop cost.

Varnish is another optional choice, not an automatic part of the package. It adds a separate charge and requires an additional one to two days of drying. If you are deciding between a basic finish and varnish, factor in both the extra cost and the time before you can collect the work.

A convenient Kwun Tong studio, with a few booking cautions

The address is Room B2, 4/F, Wing Cheung Industrial Building, 109 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong. The studio is about a two-minute walk from Kwun Tong MTR Station, which keeps the trip simple and makes it easier to fit the activity into a day in the district. The venue has been described as tidy, with separate toilets.

Book at least one day in advance, and arrive on time. A no-show lasting one hour results in the lesson being cancelled; if you expect to be late, contact the studio one hour before the session. The contact number provided is WhatsApp 44461793, and the workshop’s Instagram account is GETTOGETHER_WORKSHOP.

The booking terms are strict: cancellations, refunds, or changes are not allowed. The voucher is valid only on the specified date, and confirmation is normally sent within minutes. Check that your date, chosen size, and group arrangement are right before paying.

Who will enjoy making a fluid bear?

This activity suits couples, friends, and families who want a shared creative hour or two and are happy to leave with a handmade object rather than a polished, identical souvenir. The buy-one-get-one structure is especially relevant for two people, while the range of sizes gives you a choice between a smaller keepsake and a more substantial piece.

It can work for children, but age and attention span matter. The instructor teaches patiently, and the activity is designed for adults and children to make together. Still, the process takes time, and younger children may need an adult to manage the steps and choices closely. The guidance helps, but it does not remove the need for supervision.

I would not choose it if you need a finished piece the same day, have a tight schedule, or dislike fixed booking terms. Drying takes several days, the studio has a closing time, and the booking cannot be cancelled or changed. Those are manageable limits if you plan ahead, but they matter.

Should you book the Kwun Tong bear workshop?

Book it if you want a relaxed, guided art activity and the idea of mixing colors into a one-off bear or rabbit appeals to you. The strongest reasons are the instructor’s attentive teaching, the broad color choice, and the two-for-one pricing when two people want their own work.

Before paying, settle three details: the size, whether you are making one or two pieces, and how you will collect the work after it dries. If you are bringing a young child, be ready to help throughout. With those points sorted, this is a practical choice for a creative break near Kwun Tong MTR, rather than a quick souvenir stop.

FAQ

How long does the workshop take?

Making usually takes about one to two hours. There is no fixed time limit during the opening hours, which run from noon to 7 pm. Work continuing after 7 pm incurs an overtime fee of HK$50 per 30 minutes for each work.

What can I make?

You can make a fluid bear or rabbit in 23 cm or 33 cm sizes. The 53 cm and 75 cm options are fluid bears.

How many colors are available?

You can choose from more than 50 pigments, and the workshop allows unlimited paint.

How much does the buy-one-get-one package cost?

The listed prices are HK$600 for two 23 cm bears or rabbits, HK$760 for two 33 cm bears or rabbits, HK$1,020 for two 53 cm bears, and HK$1,760 for two 75 cm bears.

How long does the finished work take to dry?

The artwork needs two to three days to dry. You can collect it yourself or arrange SF Express with payment collected on delivery.

Where is the workshop, and how do I get there?

It is in Room B2, 4/F, Wing Cheung Industrial Building, 109 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong. Kwun Tong MTR Station is about two minutes away on foot.

Do I need to book ahead, and can I change my booking?

You need to make an appointment at least one day in advance. Cancellations, refunds, and changes are not allowed.