Overview
Experience a new destination, meet locals and indulge in your creative side during this 1-week craft taster course, learning a new skill each day in beautiful cortijo, Andalucía. Have the perfect balance of experiencing a new culture and craft techniques with relaxation in an idyllic location. If you struggle to sit still on holiday, this will be perfect for you!
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April 3-10 Lace making week
April 19 – 26
May 17-24 Silver making week
Sept 6 – 13
Sept 20 – 27
Oct 4 – 11 Silver making week
Oct 18 – 25
You’ll be staying in the beautiful Cortijo Panes with your hosts, Kathryn and Karen. The Cortijo is set in 3.7 hectares of mountain and there are far reaching views and great walks to enjoy.
Accommodation:
Up to 6 guests can be accommodated accommodated in 3 twin bedrooms. At the Cortijo there are three types of accommodation, each with twin beds ( or a king size bed if requested), private shower room and outside space.
The Casita is a one bedroom apartment with its own kitchen and lounge which has direct access to the swimming pool. The Cabin is a one bedroom wooden lodge with a beautiful shower room and direct access to the hot tub. The Guest room is a large room with a very large and private terrace.The property is surrounded by beautiful gardens of various cacti, vibrant flowers and palms. There are various patios, terraces and shady areas perfect for a quiet moment to read or have a siesta! The pool sits in a grassy area surrounded by sun loungers and parasols with gorgeous views that are seemingly endless.
Food:
Your stay at the Cortijo is on a full board basis, with meals served in the main house. Breakfast includes homemade granola, fresh baked bread, jamon, cheeses, seasonal fruit from our orchard, eggs from our hens and Kathryn’s homemade whisky marmalade. Depending on the day, lunch is served at the Cortijo under the pergola or at local restaurants. Home cooked evening meals, using locally sourced ingredients, are served with a pudding and Spanish wine or beer.
Workshops:
Each day you will try your hand at a new craft; soap making, PMC silver clay, wet on wet ink painting, silversmithing, mandala painting, cyanotype printing and mosaics. You can also learn how to make a traditional paella.
There will be one excursion to the local whitewashed town of Mojacar to shop, explore and enjoy the views. We will eat lunch in Mojacar Playa before returning to the Cortijo for the final evening together.
In between crafting there’s plenty of time to enjoy your surroundings with a beautiful swimming pool, hot tub and plenty of secluded spots to read a book, chat to your travel companions over a G&T or go for a walk in the countryside
