Have you always wanted to learn how to weave screwpine leaves? Now is the time to give it a try!

Have you always wanted to learn how to weave screwpine leaves? Now is the time to give it a try!
L’Art de la Tresse proposes a workshop that includes a presentation and a hands-on activity during which you’ll make an item out of screwpine leaves.
You’ll spend 2 hours finding out all about this traditional craft of Reunion Island, from the preparation of the leaves to the various techniques (round weave, shell shapes, lace effect, etc.), but you’ll also marvel at the items already made by your host.
Bertel backpacks, baskets, bags, pouches, jewellery, etc. This ancestral craft also produces many traditional items
You'll be fascinated by your discovery of the art of screwpine weaving thanks to the enthusiasm of your workshop leader, who will be delighted to teach you the weaving basics while sharing lots of important details about the raw material, screwpine.
It’s time to test your dexterity!