Folk Art Textile Workshop in Sapa

4.0 (2 reviews) Sapa, Vietnam
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Duration6h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Hmong Batik Class is a full day introduction to art of hemp production, batik design and indigo dyeing. This gives a rare insight into the richness of Hmong culture while in a warm, friendly, family environment. Each student will create a wax resist, Hmong style design on hand loomed hemp or cotton. Due to time constraints it is not possible to complete the dye portion of the process (if you are staying in Sapa for a few days, this an be arranged). The natural hemp renders a beautiful finished piece.

Classes take place in our Sapa workshop. Courses begin at around 9.00am (we are flexible) and usually last between 5 and six hours. The day includes information about Hmong symbiology, the importance of textiles and history.

What's included

  • Entrance fees
  • English speaking guide
  • Lunch
  • All needed transport
  • Water and fruit
  • Personal Expense, Shopping
  • Holiday surcharge

What to expect

Textile Workshop – Vietnam’s 54 different ethnic minority communities are renowned for the incredible textiles used to create different traditional dresses. The Red Dao and Black H'Mong in particular have some of the most captivating, with symbolic patterned themes, intricate fabric embellishment, hand embroidery, and natural dyeing. Join Black H'Mong artisans in Lao Chai Village for an introduction to hemp production, batik design, and natural dyeing with indigo over the course of this full-day textile workshop.

This experience is also paired with a gentle 30-minute hike to Lao Chai in the morning as well as an easy 1-hour walk from Lao Chai to Ta Van Village later on, where the car will pick you up.

  1. Lao Chai
  2. Ta Van Village

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick up all the guests in Topas Ecolodge or Sapa Town or in fron of Sapa Main Church if out side of center town

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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