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Craft Chiang Mai Traditions with Folk Artisan | At Eco-Village
Discover the art of crafting a lucky flower hairpin in Chiang Mai’s Old City.
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Group size
Up to 12 guests
DURATION
2 hours
Booking type
Private trip
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At location
Group size
Up to 12 guests
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Bring to life a traditional Lanna hairpin, rich with meaning and blessing.
Get your hands creative and your spirit inspired! In just 2 hours, you’ll bring to life a Dok Mai Wai — the charming Lanna flower hairpin designed to move with you and bring good luck. In Lanna culture, long hair is sacred, believed to hold your kwan — your 32 souls. Adorning your hair with metal flowers is a meaningful ritual, offering protection and good fortune. Today, this beautiful tradition lives on through the skilled hands of Mae Kru Somjit Inthaya, one of the last masters from Puak Tam, a neighborhood once famed for this craft.In this intimate 2-hour workshop, you’ll learn to shape brass sheets into elegant flowers that gently sway with every move — just like the original hairpins used in traditional dance rituals. Whether you’re a beginner or simply curious, Mae Kru Somjit’s gentle guidance makes it easy to create your own wearable piece of Lanna history.Join us in preserving this fading art form, connect with Chiang Mai’s rich heritage, and take home a handcrafted treasure full of meaning and grace.What to ExpectJoin a 2-hour workshop guided by local folk craft master Mae Kru Somjit Inthaya. Learn a rare, beautiful craft that carries centuries of meaning and tradition.Learn the traditional Lanna technique of creating metal flower hairpins known as Dok Mai Wai.Get hands-on with brass, silver or gold sheets to shape your own floral design.Support meaningful preservation: Your participation directly helps keep this fragile craft alive, empowering local artisans and honoring the heart of Chiang Mai’s cultural identity.Immerse yourself in the quiet beauty of Kalm Village, complete with handmade craft shops and a lovely cafe.Good to KnowDuration: Approx. 2 hoursPrivate sessions need minimum 2 and maximum 12 participants.Complimentary water provided during the session.No previous experience needed—this is beginner-friendly. Easy and suitable for all levels.Transportation and meals not included, but there’s a cafe on site.A lovely way to support local artisans and keep traditional crafts alive.
Experience highlights
Craft a Living Piece of Heritage by hand
Guided by expert Mae Kru Somjit
Beautiful to Wear, Full of Meaning
What You’ll be Doing
Lanna hairpin workshop with folk master in Puak Tam – learn traditional metal craft
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What’s Included
Private workshop led by folk craft master Mae Kru Somjit Inthaya
Drinking water
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Who you’re supporting
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Next Available Dates
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Select Time for 30 Sep 2025
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Where we'll meet
Start Point
Meet-up at Kalm Village(Kalm Village Chiang Mai, Phra Pok Klao Road Soi 4, Thailand)
- 10:00am / 02:00pm
End Point
- End at Start Point(s)
Start & ends
- Every Monday10:00AM - 12:00PM02:00PM - 04:00PM
- Every Tuesday10:00AM - 12:00PM02:00PM - 04:00PM
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Suitability / Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Recommended Age: 15+
Cancellation & other policies
- CancellationCancel 3 days before activity for a full refund
- Reschedule PolicyRescheduling must be requested at least 3 days (72 hours) in advance of the original appointment time. Requests made after this window may not be accommodated.
What to Pack
- Notebook & pen – If you’d like to jot down stories or techniques from the teacher.
- Open heart & curious hands – This is more than a craft — it’s a cultural connection.
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฿1,156.63/person
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Meet your host
Achariyar and Araya Rojanapirom are a brother-sister duo whose work is deeply inspired by their childhood in a traditional Thai home. With both parents as architects, they grew up surrounded by thoughtful design and handmade details—especially Thai textiles, which their mum collected for over 30 years. Their passion for craft and culture now guides every project they take on, from restoring reclaimed teak buildings to curating community-led workshops and exhibitions. They collaborate closely with local artisans, not just to showcase their work but to help preserve traditional skills. Their approach reflects a quiet, consistent commitment to nurturing Thai heritage, creating spaces and experiences that are warm, welcoming, and respectful of people, culture, and the planet.
Experience: 5 years
Speaks: Basic English
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