Red Dao Sewing WorkshopIf you are interested in textiles and creative design, look no further than the Rad Dao of Ta Phin. The women wear some of the most colourful and diverse costumes of all ethnic groups but can be identified by their black trousers richly embroidered with flower or small star patterns. Our classes investigate everything from materials to symbology.
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Hmong Batik ClassClass provide an introduction to Hmong culture. Each student will create a wax resist, Hmong style batik design on hand loomed hemp. Workshops also focus on how hemp and indigo dye is produced.
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Black Hmong Embroidery WorkshopA textiles enthusiasts dream. The Black Hmong of Sapa hand make their clothes using natural fabrics and dyes. If you are interested in their methods and the secret meanings behind their many patterns and symbols, this is the day for you.
Special Interest Tours - Textiles Tours Vietnam offers a world of amazing culture and textile traditions ranging from villages still weaving and dyeing textiles using traditional methods to colourful ethnic minority groups creating unique beautiful textiles, embellished in rich embroideries and batik.
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Lu Weaving and DyeingThe Lao Lu people of Lai Chau are amongst the more private and traditional of all ethnic minority groups. This is experiential travel for those interested cultural costume and fashionable adventures.
Muong Te four day loopAn untouched and physically remarkable part of North West Vietnam, Muong Te is home to an eclectic mix of traditional ethnic groups, dense forest and wonderful lakes.
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