Merida: Mexican Embroidery Workshop

4.7 (33 reviews) Merida, Mexico
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

In this Mexican embroidery workshop you will discover the beauty of one of the most popular embroidery, where you will be taught about the history and specific technique of embroidery.

The workshop includes moments for participants to share their experiences, also to show their progress and provide useful advice. This creates a collaborative and motivating environment, where everyone can learn from each other.

At the end, you can take all the corresponding tools with you so you can continue at home. You will be given ideas to continue making art from anywhere.

Options

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What's included

  • Water
  • Materials needed for the activity
  • Snacks

What to expect

Throughout the workshop, information on the history and cultural importance of embroidery is shared. Participants will learn about the relationship between craftsmanship and cultural identity, as well as the role of art in preserving traditions.

First we will get to know each other, then we will talk about the history of the embroidery we are going to work on and the importance of its preservation, we will continue with the distribution of materials and we will start with working with the embroidery.

At the end of the workshop, we will give a conclusion of what we have learned and they will take home what they have done in the workshop to finish or save it. We will also give them more designs to keep working at home.

*No escorts or pets accepted*

Location: Texoxe House

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The workshop is located on 72nd Street between 41st Street and 43rd Street. Parking in Merida is free on the street. Our workshop is at Casa Texoxe. If you add this in Google Maps or Uber, you should get the correct address. Make sure the corner house is the Trova house.

End point

The workshop is located on 72nd Street between 41st Street and 43rd Street. Parking in Merida is free on the street. Our workshop is at Casa Texoxe. If you add this in Google Maps or Uber, you should get the correct address. Make sure the corner house is the Trova house.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

4.7 (33)

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