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A handmade Maasai beaded collar photographed in Ngorongoro, Tanzania

Maasai culture

Maasai beadwork workshop near Arusha

Explore a proposed Maasai beadwork workshop near Arusha, learning about color and pattern. Participating artisans, materials and venue need confirmation.

Overview

Beadwork is one of the most recognizable Maasai art forms. In this proposed workshop, artisans share how they choose colors and patterns and guide you through making a small piece.

Workshop format, artisans and materials will be confirmed with the participating group before this experience is offered.

Highlights

  • Hear how color and pattern are chosen
  • Make a simple beaded piece to take home
  • See finished work from the cultural shop

How the day could run

Draft outline — confirmed in your proposal

  1. Start

    Introductions

    Meet the artisans and see examples of their work.

  2. Workshop

    Hands-on beading

    Guided time making a small piece of your own.

Like the look of this? We'll adapt it to your dates, pace and budget.

Plan this experience

Practical details

Included

To be confirmed in your proposal.

Not included

To be confirmed in your proposal.

What to bring

  • Reading glasses if you use them
  • Curiosity and patience

Etiquette

  • Ask before photographing artisans or their work.

Destinations on this experience

From the cultural shop

Handmade pieces you can ask about alongside your trip.

  • Colorful beaded bracelets photographed in Tanzania; a craft reference

    Craft reference photo. Final design confirmed on inquiry.

    Jewelry

    Beaded bracelet set

    A stack of narrow beaded bands in contrasting colors, easy to wear every day.

    Price on requestAsk about this piece
  • Accessories

    Beaded leather belt

    A leather belt worked with rows of geometric beadwork.

    Price on requestAsk about this piece
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