Getting to Laos
Bordered with 5 countries there are many ways to get into Laos and you can be as adventurous as you dare.
Visit the Living Crafts Center (weaving center) in Luang Prabang and learn about silk worms, how silk is made, the natural dying process and weaving techniques. You can also meet our Hmong batik artist and learn about Hmong culture while taking part in one of our courses offered for our visitors. The center is in a beautiful garden setting, overlooking the Mekong River, only 2km from the center of Luang Prabang.
The majority of the textiles are made by the weavers working daily at the Living Crafts Centre (weaving center), so you can experience their work environment and enjoy learning Lao traditions
Classes in Natural Dyes, Weaving class, and Hmong Batik Drawing
in Luang Prabang right on the banks of the Mekong river...
This is an exclusive opportunity to work with a Lao artisan in Luang Prabang, Laos. English speaking guides are the link between you and your Lao teacher. Classes run for half days, full days or over several days. You are invited to study, learn actually produce some hand made pieces made by yourself in our weaving center just outside of Luang Prabang.
Classes are small so bookings are recommended. Activities are available for larger groups, please enquire for more information.