Things to do in Bali: Arts & Craft Classes at Rumah Rabbit

There are so many things to do in Bali, from sightseeing and beach hopping to hiking, cultural trips, endless culinary adventures, and all kinds of parties if you’re into that. Me, personally – I’ve retired from the nightlife and now gravitate towards activities that feel more relaxing and laid back. And when you live here, it’s easy to fall into the same everyday routines – even though there’s so much to do. Somewhere between work and the gym, I found myself craving something different, something to reignite my creative side.

A few months ago, I stumbled upon a lovely little art space in Pererenan called Rumah Rabbit. Translating to Rabbit’s House in Indonesian, it’s a creative playground offering art classes for kids and big kids. The lovely founder, and one of the art teachers – Bianca Timmerman, also known as Bunny Bone, showed me around her art studio and shared the stories behind Rumah Rabbit.

One of the kids drawing classes at Rumah Rabbit

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The Story Behind Rumah Rabbit

Bunny is a contemporary artist from Jakarta. She relocated to Bali in 2008 and worked as a fine art curator at an established gallery in Seminyak for quite some time. Just before Covid hit in 2020, she began teaching drawing and painting from her home in Pererenan. She did everything herself back then; from preparing teaching materials and running classes to scheduling, buying art supplies, marketing, and even cleaning the studio. What started as small classes has now grown organically into Rumah Rabbit, with regular daily classes taught by Bunny herself and a few other art teachers.

What I love is that Bunny isn’t just teaching art – she regularly holds her own exhibitions and recently curated a kids’ exhibition featuring her students’ work, which was very cute and impressive. Beyond the studio, she’s involved in various art projects, from commissioned pieces to her most recent mural at Carpe Diem Jiu Jitsu Gym in Jakarta. Bunny also trains Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and turns her love for the sport into artworks! A multi-talented girl, she is!

The recent kids art exhibition by Rumah Rabbit “Bhineka Warna”

A House Full of Creativity

The moment you enter Rumah Rabbit, it feels like home, like you’ve been invited into Bunny’s house to play. There are several rooms dedicated to different art classes. For kids, there are drawing, painting, and craft sessions using a variety of materials and techniques, including acrylics, watercolours, pastels, coloured pencils, paper crafts, recycled and found objects, dry air clay, and more. They offer just as many classes, if not more, for adults. You can also book personalised private classes for special occasions like birthdays, hen’s nights, or team bonding activities.

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Some of Bunny’s paintings at Rumah Rabbit

The Perfect Bali Holiday Activity

You could easily spend most of the day here. It’s also a great spot for kids to unplug from their gadgets, and for parents to enjoy a few hours of well-earned kid-free time. Everyone is welcome, from absolute beginners to emerging artists looking to sharpen their skills. Honestly, I think the world needs more art spaces like this. So, if you’re in Bali, or live in Bali, do check out Rumah Rabbit and let your inner artist come out to play.

RUMAH RABBIT
📍Jl. Bumi Damai Indah, Pererenan, Kec. Mengwi, Denpasar, Bali 80361
🎨 Group and private classes available
💵 From 450K per person
⏰ Group class duration: 1–3 hours
🖼️ Classes available for toddlers (from 2.5 years old) to adults
👩🏻‍💻 Book your class via the Rumah Rabbit website
☎️ WhatsApp: +62 881-0384-49407

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24 May 2026 by Bella in Info

Canggu Travel Guide: Surviving Bali's Busiest Neighbourhood

Canggu Travel Guide Canggu is only a tiny dot on the map of Bali, and yet more and more people seem drawn to that little dot more than anywhere else - sometimes forgetting there’s so much beauty on the other sides of the island too: rice fields, waterfalls, mountains, and the sea to dive into (literally). But I get the appeal. Canggu somehow has everything packed into one neighbourhood. If you don’t mind the always-busy streets, it’s the capital of fitness culture, surfing, food, food (yes, I mentioned food twice on purpose because there are just SO MANY good spots), recovery culture, remote work life, and… a traffic simulator too. Most people arrive in Canggu thinking it’ll just be a quick Bali stop. Then suddenly they’re extending their villa stay, signing up for Hyrox sessions they never planned to take, and debating which oat milk flat white is “the best in Berawa.” It happens fast. So if you’re looking for a proper Canggu travel guide, here’s the insider version. You may also like this article: What It’s Like to Live in Bali: Cost, Culture, and Everyday Life AREAS TO STAY Batu Bolong Crowd-o-metre: 9/10 Spoiler alert, it's probably the heart of Canggu chaos because this is pretty much the main strip that has everything. If someone says they’re “in Canggu,” there’s a high chance they mean Batu Bolong. Here, you’ll find: Busy cafés, warungs, and restaurants on basically every corner Convenience stores every few steps (you’ll never be far from iced tea or instant noodles) Medical centres and pharmacies for all your Bali emergencies Shops selling everything from surfwear and jewellery to random little knick-knacks Beach bars, breweries, live music spots, and sunset crowds All kinds of massage places, from 150K local spots to fancy 1Mill spa experiences Scooters everywhere, all the time Digital nomads with laptops in cafes Stay here if you are: A solo traveller who wants everything within walking distance A couple or single traveller who enjoys being in the middle of the action A remote worker A café hopper or coffee lover Someone who likes having options for literally everything A first-timer in Bali who wants the full “Canggu experience” Billie's, one of my favourite souvenir shops in Canggu Berawa Crowd-o-metre: 8/10 Every part of Canggu is busy, but Berawa feels a little more like an area where people actually live, mainly because first-time Bali visitors tend to gravitate more towards Batu Bolong. It’s still lively, but slightly more residential. There are also lots of brunch spots, nice restaurants, and gyms. Here, you’ll find: Restaurants with playgrounds and bigger spaces that are more family-friendly Healthy cafés, smoothie bowls, salad spots, and every kind of wellness food Villas - from cosy tropical stays to massive designer villas Coffee shops that have been around long before Canggu became "Canggu" Mid-to-upscale restaurants with cuisines from all over the world Fitness centres, recovery centres, and dance studios Boutiques, beauty salons, and concept stores Stay here if you are: A couple or family Planning to explore other neighbourhoods, since it’s slightly closer to Seminyak A foodie who wants international dining options Into fitness, wellness, or remote-working culture Pererenan Crowd-o-metre: 7/10 Pererenan is slightly less chaotic because it’s not right in the centre of the Canggu madness. 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Things to do in Bali: Fun Art Classes at Rumah Rabbit

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