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Carpet Weaving Workshop with Essaouira Women Craftsmen

4.8(5)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 5 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy Argana Crafts Shop Essaouira
Carpet Weaving Workshop with Essaouira Women Craftsmen

About this activity

This workshop is distinguished by its total immersion in the world of Berber weaving, supervised by local women artisans and a master weaver. Unlike simple demonstrations, you will practice weaving yourself on a traditional loom, using hand-spun wool and discovering symbolic Berber motifs.

This moment is also a human and cultural encounter. You will share a Moroccan tea with local pastries, exchange with the artisans and discover their essential role in preserving this ancestral art.

By booking this workshop, you directly support the cooperative and the empowerment of women artisans, while leaving with a piece woven with your own hands.

What's included

  • ✓Moroccan tea and local pastries.
  • ✓Discover the craft complex and other traditional Moroccan know-how.
  • ✓A bottle of water offered for your comfort.
  • ✓Special discount on craft creations of the cooperative.
  • ✓Try on Moroccan jellaba and caftan outfits, to fully experience Moroccan elegance.
  • ✓A small woven piece to take away, made with your own hands.
  • ✓Taking souvenir photos to capture this unique experience.
  • ✓Materials supplied: hand-spun wool, traditional loom and weaving tools.

Not included

  • ✕Extra meals and drinks.
  • ✕Personal purchases of additional products.

Meeting and pickup

  • The appointment is set at the Argana Crafts Shop Complex Integrated Crafts Complex in Essaouira, easily accessible by foot, taxi or car, with parking available nearby.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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