Ancient Crete culture
Long before the modern world, the island of Crete was the heartbeat of the Minoan civilization...
This isn't your average crafting studio. This workshop takes place inside a beautifully preserved former village grocery store! As you piece together your artwork, you will be surrounded by incredible history and fascinating antique objects. Welcome to a true hidden gem in the heart of the Larnaca District! Under the warm guidance of a passionate local artisan, you will enjoy authentic refreshments while hand-crafting a beautiful set of 4 custom mosaic coasters. It is the perfect opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind souvenir to take back home or a heartfelt, handmade gift for your friends!
Your local host will warmly welcome you to her charming creative studio, which was once the bustling former grocery store of this traditional Cyprus village. To kick off this immersive cultural travel experience, she will share the fascinating history of the facility while guiding you through an authentic, small tour. You will get to witness incredible antique objects; an absolute travel in time to old Cyprus. Once you step into the main workshop room, remember to look up at the ceiling; it is entirely covered with genuine, vintage newspapers where you can still read the historic news of the era!
With the expert guidance of a passionate local artisan, you will explore a stunning variety of colorful mosaic tiles and unique materials to use for your custom creations. Take your absolute time sorting through these beautiful textures, smooth glass pieces and patterned ceramic shards. While you pick your favorite pieces, you will hear stories about the rich local traditions and historical art styles that inspire these beautiful designs. Everything in this cozy studio is laid out simply and welcomingly, ensuring you feel completely at ease, inspired and ready to let your creativity flow.
The hands-on mosaic craft magic begins the moment you select your absolute favorite colorful shards, glass pieces and tiles to match your unique creative vision. Next, you will piece your design together, carefully arranging these vibrant elements into gorgeous abstract or geometric layouts for your custom set of 4 mosaic coasters. Once your layout is perfectly set, our local expert will teach you how to mix and spread a smooth grout paste across the tiles using specialized artisan tools to lock your artwork firmly into place. The best part? You will do all of this while relaxing and refreshing yourself with delicious, authentic local refreshments provided right inside the studio! Finally, you will gently wipe away the excess paste to reveal a beautifully polished, vibrant masterpiece that is completely ready to dry and become the ultimate handmade Cypriot souvenirs.
Once your beautiful set of 4 custom mosaic coasters is complete, the immersive culture experience doesn't stop there! You will have plenty of free time to enjoy an authentic Cyprus village tour on your own terms; wander through the enchanting, narrow stone streets, snap gorgeous photos of the traditional architecture and chat with the warm-hearted locals. It is the absolute perfect opportunity to reflect on your creative day before heading back. You often only visit these rare, hidden cultural sanctuaries once in a lifetime, so you have to make the absolute most of every single spectacular moment!
This isn't your average crafting studio. This workshop takes place inside a beautifully preserved former village grocery store! As you piece…


