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Make a Motanka (Traditional Ukrainian Doll)

Ended Oct 05 / 2024

Time 1pm - 4:30pm

  • Workshops

All workshop materials are provided by the Museum, but you’re welcome to bring your own fabrics, embroidery thread, wool, dried herbs, wheat, ribbons, or other decorations to personalize your motanka.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a 10-inch motanka and the skills to create more at home. Suitable for participants aged 12+

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Workshops
Motanka Workshop

Description

Motanka-making is an ancient tradition, with these knotted dolls symbolizing prosperity, goodness, and hope. Originating around 5,000 years ago, motanky represent family unity and the deep connection between generations. Today, they make eco-friendly cultural gifts for housewarmings, Christmas, or other celebrations.

All workshop materials are provided by the Museum, but you’re welcome to bring your own fabrics, embroidery thread, wool, dried herbs, wheat, ribbons, or other decorations to personalize your motanka.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a 10-inch motanka and the skills to create more at home. Suitable for participants aged 12+