This workshop is at YI CRAFTS studio, 60 Neasden Ln, London, NW10 2UW.

Discover the beauty of traditional bamboo weaving in this hands-on workshop, where you'll create your own elegant handwoven bamboo fan inspired by East Asian craftsmanship.

Using pre-prepared dyed bamboo strips, you'll learn the fundamental weaving techniques used in traditional bamboo crafts. As you carefully interlace each strip, you'll gradually build a vibrant woven pattern before finishing your fan with a decorative fabric edge and wooden handle.

This 2 hours relaxing workshop is designed for beginners and offers a mindful introduction to working with natural materials. Along the way, you'll discover the cultural significance of bamboo weaving and how this centuries-old craft continues to inspire contemporary design.

Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, enjoy a creative afternoon, or make a meaningful handmade gift, you'll leave with a unique bamboo fan to treasure and the confidence to continue exploring traditional weaving techniques.

What you'll learn

• Introduction to the history and cultural background of bamboo weaving

• How to weave colourful bamboo strips into a decorative pattern

• Techniques for shaping and finishing your woven fan

• Tips for working with natural bamboo materials

What you'll take home

• Your own handcrafted bamboo weaving fan

• The skills and knowledge to continue exploring bamboo weaving

Suitable for

• Complete beginners

• Craft enthusiasts

• Anyone interested in traditional East Asian handcrafts

• Individuals, friends and families (ages 10+)

After your booking, you will receive an email about studio and workshop information a week before the workshop, if you did not receive any email please contact us at studio@yicrafts.com

Cancellation policy - Due to limited seating, we request that you cancel at least 7 days before a scheduled class. This gives us the opportunity to fill the class.

If you can’t make it for in person workshop, you can also get our bamboo weaving fan making kit‍ ‍and follow our recorded tutorial video to make it at your own home.