Winter Folk Pajaki Retreat Weekend (22-24 Nov)

22nd November - 24th November 2024

Kindred House

Two day workshop weekend with Karolina Merska at Kindred House in Margate.

11am-4pm

During this 2 day workshop, Karolina will take you on a magical journey into Polish folk art. You will learn about forgotten crafts and create a beautiful and unique pajak chandelier made from rye straw and paper pompoms to adorn your house just in time for Christmas - or to offer as a gift.

Pajaki (pah-yonk-ee) are traditional Polish chandeliers and their history dates back to the mid 18th century. They were made by country women as decorations for their homes especially around Christmas, Easter, as well as for weddings, christenings and times of celebration. Suspended from the ceiling in a main room, amongst colourful paper cut-outs, paintings and paper flowers, they became a popular decoration in polish village houses. They were a symbol of harvest and happiness in the New Year. Today the tradition is practised less and less, but Karolina works to keep the pajaki tradition alive!

Come to gather and create together, on this warm and welcoming winter retreat complete with food, folk music and plenty of festive spirit!

The workshop welcomes and is suitable for all levels. It runs from 11am-4pm on Saturday & Sunday & attendance on both days is required.

More information can be found here

Tickets and Pricing

From £240pp

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Address

Winter Folk Pajaki Retreat Weekend Kindred House, 7 Grotto Hill, Cliftonville, Margate
CT9 2BU

Contact

info@kindred-house.com

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