Al Jasra Handicrafts Center is holding a workshop on the art of Saff.
Saff (Palm leaf weaving) arts and techniques, which is considered one of the most beautiful traditional handicrafts practiced by women to make some accessories and useful house tools. Basket weavers utilize palm leaves to make several items available in Bahraini homes including the dining mats, storage baskets, small dishes, hand fans and chicken coops. It is one of the most prominent crafts and is still practiced in several villages throughout the island. Basket weavers today can mainly be found in the villages of Karbabad, Jasra, and Budaiya.
The workshop’s duration is 12 hours and in Arabic. Held on 4 Saturdays 21st & 29th May and 5th & 12th June.
Workshop fees of 30 Dinars, to be paid directly to the trainer. Registration is limited to those who have been vaccinated.
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