This is a printable design to help you to create your own paper marionette! As seen/taught at the July School Holiday workshops at the National Museum of Australia in 2025. Read more about the program on the blog here.

For best results, print this on thick card (300gsm) or print on paper and glue to some thin cardboard, such as a cereal box.

Colour in and decorate your puppet, cut it out, add paper fasteners, string and a stick to manipulate your puppet!

Video instructions at the bottom of this page or visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMEXclfGkKQ

Please note this is a digital download and not a physical product. PDF download is formatted to suit A4 paper.

Free download.

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UPCOMING EVENT: Sculpt your pet! 24 October, 3-5:30pm

🗓️ Saturday 24 October, 3pm - 5:30pm
🎨 2.5-hour guided art workshop
☕ Coffee included
🍰 Cake included
🖌️ All art materials included
✨ Take home your finished artwork
📍 The Front Gallery & Cafe (Two Before Ten), 1/84 Wattle St, Lyneham ACT 2602

🏷️ Description:

In this workshop, you truly can have your cake and eat it too!

This edition is “Sculpt Your Pet” at Make Art Eat Cake! Join award-winning artist and registered visual arts teacher Marianne Mettes for a fun, relaxed pet sculpture workshop in Canberra. Create your own unique pet-inspired sculpture while enjoying coffee, cake and all art materials at one of Canberra’s favourite creative spaces. Perfect for beginners or budding artists alike!

Themes, topics and art mediums change every few weeks.

Proudly supported by The Front Gallery and Cafe.

👉 This workshop is designed for adults, but young creatives aged 16+ are very welcome to join!

📖 Learn more about events:

• The Success of Make Art - Eat Cake

• The Sculpture edition

• Her Canberra Article (17 April)

🍰 What's Included:

• 2.5 hours of professional, friendly tuition

• All art materials

• Delicious cake and coffee from The Front Café

• A relaxed and supportive creative atmosphere

✨ New dates coming soon: join the waitlist for future dates!

💸 Price:

• $95 per person
  (Includes all materials, gourmet coffee and cake and tuition)

🎨 What to Bring:

• Just bring yourself!

• All materials are provided

• We recommend wearing clothes you don’t mind getting creative in

💬 Feedback from attendees:

• “I would actually hang this art in my house!”

• “Make Art Eat Cake is a blissful experience. Marianne provided supportive instructions while encouraging exploration and creative whims. My whole family (ages 16 to 79 with very different levels of artistic confidence) had a great time. The whole workshop was thoughtfully put together from the recycled materials to well timed cake and coffee break. And the coffee is excellent!” - Gillian

• “Such a fun afternoon of crafting! Delicious cake & coffee, great venue. Just what the soul needed.” - Nat

• “The workshop is gentle, encouraging and interactive. It was lovely to work on something together, delicious cake and exceptional coffee! Such a great atmosphere for an introvert.” - Dunja

• “'Make art, eat cake' was exactly that! The art-making was very fun and everyone could put their own touch on their piece while following Marianne's instructions in different techniques. It didn't feel too difficult even for a beginner. And the cake made just for our group was next-level delicious!” - Zoe

🔄 Cancellation & Refund Policy:

Please choose your session carefully before booking. We understand that life can be unpredictable, however as a small business with limited capacity (just 14 spots per session), even one booking change can affect how we run the event.

Unfortunately, all sales are final and tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled by us. You are welcome to gift them to a friend or family member, just let us know the name via email.

🙋‍♀️ Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any art experience?
Nope! This class is beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels.

Can I bring a friend?
Yes! Just be sure to book a spot for each person.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes — The Front Gallery and Cafe is wheelchair accessible. Let us know if you have any additional accessibility needs.

How do I get there?
The Front Gallery and Cafe is located at Shop 1, 84 Wattle Street Lyneham Shops, ACT 2602. Street parking is available out the front and more parking at the back of Lyneham Shops.
There are bus services and light rail stops near by, visit https://www.transport.act.gov.au/tickets-and-myway for more information.

What if I have food allergies?
Please let us know when you book and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

What’s included in the price?
Everything — art materials, expert guidance and refreshments!

✨ Spots are strictly limited — book now and treat yourself to a morning of creativity, community, and cake.

Please read the terms and conditions before signing up, click here for the terms and conditions.

Payments are in AUD and sessions are in Canberra/Sydney (AEST) timezone.

Fancy a little creativity, good company and a delicious lunch?

Looking for a fun way to meet people, try something creative and enjoy a relaxed outing with other locals?

Join us for The Arty Party — a special social art-making event at Cypher Brewing Co in Gungahlin!

Whether you're a seasoned creative or haven't picked up a paintbrush in years, this is your chance to have a go, explore your creativity and enjoy some time out in good company. No pressure, no expectations — just a welcoming space to make art, meet like-minded locals and have some fun.

What's included?

• A relaxed, guided art activity with artist and qualified visual arts teacher Marianne Mettes

• All art materials provided — just bring yourself!

• A delicious lunch special and drink from Cypher Brewing Co (pre-book meal during checkout)

• Time to socialise and connect with other people in your local community

• A friendly, welcoming atmosphere where everyone can enjoy being creative, whatever their experience level

No previous art experience needed!

Event details

🗓️ When: Monday 7 December, 11:00am (arrival) –1:30pm (includes time to eat, drink and socialise)

📍 Where: Cypher Brewing Co, Unit 3/35 Hinder Street, Gungahlin, ACT 2912

🎟️ Tickets: $65 per person

Spaces are limited, so you can enjoy a relaxed experience and connect with your fellow creatives.

Proudly supported by Cypher Brewing Co.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any art experience?
Nope! This class is beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels.

Can I bring a friend?
Yes! Just be sure to book a spot for each person.

What if I have food allergies?
Please let us know when you book and we’ll do our best to accommodate. There is a section during checkout to let us know anything Cypher Brewing Co might need to know when preparing your meal.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

Please choose your session carefully before booking. We understand that life can be unpredictable, however as a small business with limited capacity, even one booking change can affect how we run the event.

Unfortunately, all sales are final and tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled by us. You are welcome to gift them to a friend or family member, just let us know the name via email.

Please read the terms and conditions before signing up, click here for the terms and conditions.

Payments are in AUD and sessions are in Canberra/Sydney (AEST) timezone.