Ubud: Traditional Basket Weaving Class

10 Reviews

Culture & history Activities Good for groups Entry tickets Art Culinary & nightlife Wheelchair accessible Reseller exclusions Things to do at Night

Enjoy a 2-hour basket weaving class with Ibu Nyoman, a Balinese woman who specializes in weaving with the traditional lontar leaf (a plant in the bamboo family). Craft one or more small baskets under her expert guidance and delight in your creations.

Highlights

Amaze yourself with your own hand-woven traditional basket using a native plant
Receive gentle guidance from a Balinese grandmother
Immerse yourself in a creative task with a native Balinese expert
Enjoy roundtrip transportation from central Ubud

Description

Learn a practical craft from a local Balinese teacher and create a woven keepsake as a reminder of your Balinese holiday in just two hours. Discover one or more weaving combinations that Balinese people have successfully utilized to craft hand-woven baskets used in everyday life on the island. The lontar plant is part of the bamboo family and has been used in Balinese culture for centuries to weave baskets to serve the family's practical needs. During this weaving class, delight in a 2-hour cultural adventure suitable for experienced weavers or curious first-timers alike.