Ancient Crete culture
Long before the modern world, the island of Crete was the heartbeat of the Minoan civilization...
Escape for a weekend to a Cypriot local village for a creative weekend! You will stay in a gorgeous village villa and experience two hands-on masterclasses. You will learn how to design mosaics and sculpt your own polymer clay Cyprus keepsakes directly from a professional artisan. Between crafting sessions, you will feast on incredible, slow-cooked traditional Cypriot cuisine and local wine at a charming neighborhood tavern. It is the perfect blend of creativity, relaxation and authentic culture to experience with your favorite people.
The workshop day begins on a Saturday at 10:00 with a warm, communal welcome reception featuring local snacks and authentic Cypriot coffee. During this morning gathering, you will meet your master artisan host and fellow culture-enthusiasts, setting a relaxed, friendly and collaborative tone for the day ahead.
At 10.30 you will enter the vibrant local art studio where the local artist will introduce you to the workshop space. She will explain all the specialized hand tools for the mosaic workshop. You will explore some beautiful designs to take inspiration for your own artwork.
With the expert guidance of your host, you will learn how mosaic patterns are created and you will start shaping your own mosaic. After bringing your design to life, you will pause around 12.00 for a well-deserved, massive and slow-cooked traditional Cypriot lunch. Then, you will be back in the workshop adding the final, intricate details to your stunning mosaic masterpiece. When finished, it’s time to check into your gorgeous village villa for some free time, before gathering back together at 19:00 for a beautiful dinner filled with authentic flavors, local wine, followed by a peaceful night of sleep in your cozy accommodation. Sunday morning starts bright and early at 9:00 AM with the aroma of fresh Cypriot coffee and a hearty local breakfast. By 10:00 AM, you will roll up your sleeves, pick a raw piece of polymer clay and transform it to your own Cyprus keepsake. The local artist is always by your side, so if this is your first time don’t worry at all! Again, around 12.00, you will pause for another incredible, family-style Sunday lunch, giving you the perfect fuel to head back and add any final touches to your design.
By 15:00, your unique polymer clay masterpiece is complete and ready to travel home with you! You will celebrate your creative achievements with a farewell coffee and photo session, to capture the perfect memories of your mountain adventure. Before departing this magical Cypriot village, you will enjoy dedicated free time to visit a neighboring local craft center and regional art studio. This is the perfect opportunity to meet other village artisans, browse handmade treasures and purchase authentic artwork and souvenirs.
Escape for a weekend to a Cypriot local village for a creative weekend! You will stay in a gorgeous village villa and experience two hands-on masterclasses…


