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Weaving a Coin Purse with Esparto Grass
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Weaving a Coin Purse with Esparto Grass

Description

Esparto is a herbaceous plant from the Gramineae family that grows spontaneously in the Algarve in the Barrocal area.

It was used ancestrally to produce objects used for working in rural areas. Nowadays it is used in handicrafts in a variety of objects such as bases, ropes, baskets, espadrilles, wall clocks and decorative items. During the activity, participants will have direct contact with the tradition of esparto work and will make a coin purse.

Program

Welcoming the participants and introducing the activity:

  • Preparing the esparto;
  • The braiding technique;
  • Techniques for making the piece (coin purse).

Timetable

14h00 — 17h00

Participants

Minimum: 6
Maximum: 12
Children aged between 6 and 12 can take part, as long as they are accompanied by an adult.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Price

75€ p/person

Duration

3h

Lectured By

Loulé Criativo
“Loulé Criativo” project is a municipality’s investment to value the identity of this territory.

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