Design and Craft a Raffia Bag in Puerto Plata Design and Craft a Raffia Bag in Puerto Plata
ID: GYG538837-O-932752
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Customize a raffia palm bag during a small group class in Puerto Plata with an expert artisan. Sample snacks and local drinks as you create a one-of-a-kind souvenir to take home.
Puerto Plata's only Raffia Bag Experience!
Explore the history of the traditional Raffia bags, craft your own and take it home as the most amazing souvenir. Perfect for anyone aged 5-99+.
The hosts were reviewed as a once-in-a-lifetime experience by more than 10,000 guests. Awarded Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice in 2021 & 2023. Featured by BuzzFeed, The New York Times, Washington Post & many more.
We will meet at our workshop filled with materials, tools and finished products. This is where you will become an insider on the whole process of crafting a fashion bag. You will find out the deepest secrets of this wonderful tradition.
Together with master artisans you will craft your own Raffia bag. Handpicking out of thousands of different combinations, you will chose the size of the bag, the colors, the words and the handles. You can even stitch your own name on it!
At the end, when trying on your own creation, you will feel like a true artisan. You'll get a wearable memory of Puerto Plata (one that it is hardly available to visitors) and a really cool story to tell. Are you ready?
Check out our IG for inspiration at @handmadethebrand
Book your seat now, spots are limited!
P.S. For last-minute Workshops send us a message, any time, any day.
P.P.S. You don't have to pay extra if you'll have too much fun. :)
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the art of Raffia Bag-making in a hands-on creative workshop
- Get an in-depth insight into the history and tradition of Raffia Bags in Spain
- Customize your own Spanish Raffia Bag as a unique souvenir to take home with you
- Choose from thousands of style combinations to create your own personal design
- Enjoy a selection of traditional snacks & champagne during the workshop
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We will meet our customers in our HANDMADE THE BRAND shop in Calle Duarte 37, known for artisanal and traditional products. We will have a big space for the guests and we will be surrounded by materials and finished products.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
