Learn generations-old crafting with local village artisans.

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Learn generations-old crafting and traditional techniques directly from local village artisans. Our handpicked creative workshops in Sapa help you choose from the best options.

Creative Workshops in Sapa: Our Top Picks with Village Artisans

Creative Workshops in Sapa

Learn generations-old crafting with local village artisans. 

Hands on Hmong Indigo Dyeing with Local Craftswomen

Explore a Hmong village and get hands on learning about indigo dyeing

We had a wonderful day of crafting with our guide, Pla. She was extremely knowledgeable and patient with us, taking time to explain things in great detail. We were greetes with a coffee by the host Lili, and then we made a couple of pieces of indigo batik, using beeswax and traditional Hmong tools. We had a break for lunch, and then in the afternoon we completed some embroidery pieces. Pla then accompanied me on a small trek around her village. It was a great experience, we are grateful that this artwork was shared with us. We ended the experience a bit earlier because we were tired, but I'm sure that others could do a longer trek if they have the energy for it :) the homestay is beautiful, immersed in nature. I would note, for accessibility reasons, that the road up to the homestay is quite steep.

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We had a wonderful day of crafting with our guide, Pla. She was extremely knowledgeable and patient with us, taking time to explain things in great detail. We were greetes with a coffee by the host Lili, and then we made a couple of pieces of indigo batik, using beeswax and traditional Hmong tools. We had a break for lunch, and then in the afternoon we completed some embroidery pieces. Pla then accompanied me on a small trek around her village. It was a great experience, we are grateful that this artwork was shared with us. We ended the experience a bit earlier because we were tired, but I'm sure that others could do a longer trek if they have the energy for it :) the homestay is beautiful, immersed in nature. I would note, for accessibility reasons, that the road up to the homestay is quite steep. 

We did the Handicraft tour. It was a really good experience, with Pam our very nice guide and the lovely H'Mong people from the village right above Zizi Homestay. They showed us how to weave hemp (we also tried it) and embroider their traditional clothing, and we could decorate and dye a piece of fabric with the locally grown indigo paste ("batik"). We also had a chance to participate a tiny bit to make the dinner, although we would have loved to participate more. We ate with the family which was great. They even played the lusheng for us.
 It was shorter than expected (lasted from 9.30 to 14h30). And there were a few down times where we didn't really do anything though they didn't last long.
 All in all it was a very nice experience with lovely people. We loved to try their traditional crafts and make our very own batik, and it was really interesting to discuss with our guide and discover more about their culture and ways of life, in a typical home.

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We did the Handicraft tour. It was a really good experience, with Pam our very nice guide and the lovely H'Mong people from the village right above Zizi Homestay. They showed us how to weave hemp (we also tried it) and embroider their traditional clothing, and we could decorate and dye a piece of fabric with the locally grown indigo paste ("batik"). We also had a chance to participate a tiny bit to make the dinner, although we would have loved to participate more. We ate with the family which was great. They even played the lusheng for us.
It was shorter than expected (lasted from 9.30 to 14h30). And there were a few down times where we didn't really do anything though they didn't last long.
All in all it was a very nice experience with lovely people. We loved to try their traditional crafts and make our very own batik, and it was really interesting to discuss with our guide and discover more about their culture and ways of life, in a typical home. 