Sapa Workshops

Sapa Workshops — Batik, Indigo & Embroidery

Learn directly from Hmong and Red Dao craftswomen. Make your own batik cloth, try natural indigo dye, or learn embroidery with the Red Dao or Black Hmong.

Experiences

Hmong Batik

Hmong Batik & Indigo (Half-Day/Full-Day) – draw motifs, wax resist, dip-dye, take home your piece

Hmong Indigo Dyeing

Hmong Indigo Dyeing (Half-Day) – learn about the plant, how to ferment and create a dye vat and produce your own tie dyed cotton piece.

Red Dao Emroidery

Red Dao Embroidery (Full-Day/Two Day) – embroider motifs with twisted silk, learn technique and Dao symbology.

Black Hmong Embroidery

Hmong Hmong Embroidery (Half-Day/Full-Day) – emroider motifs, learn how to make hemp, take home your piece.

Women-run workshops, fair pricing to artisans, respectful photography, zero haggling, real skills not demos.

Why Book with ETHOS

What You’ll Learn

Cultural meanings of patterns, sustainable dyes, traditional techniques and life stories.

  1. Do I need prior experience? Experience is not necessary. Many traditional skills are technical so require patience. We can tailor classes to your ability level.

  2. Can kids participate? Many of our workshops are child frienly.

  3. Will dye stain my clothes? We suggest casual clothes as splashes may occur. ETHOS provide aprons.

  4. Do you sell textiles? We have a small shop selling hand crafted items in our community centre.

  5. Can I combine with a short trek? Yes. We do have options that can combine activities.

FAQs

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Enquire now — Tell us which workshop, date, and any allergies/sensitivities.