Soap making & Basket weaving

Balqa - Al Salt

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Explore the fascinating world of soap production, delving into the organic components used and the art of sculpting soaps into captivating shapes. Additionally, immerse yourself in the creative process of straw basket weaving and craft a personalized coaster to cherish as a memorable keepsake.

This engaging experience takes place on a vibrant street renowned for its thriving community of women-owned businesses, offering you the perfect opportunity to further explore and support local ventures.

Embrace the spirit of the locale by visiting nearby establishments and embracing the ethos of "visit local, support local."


Duration
1-2 Hours
Group Size
1-50
Family Friendly
Yes
Grade
Easy

Hosted by

Hanan Al Ateesh

Hanan Al Ateesh

Hanan Al Ateesh is a teacher and handicrafts trainer. She initiated her project as a means to assist local women in enhancing their reading, writing, and handiwork abilities to generate income. With time, her project evolved into a complimentary training program for women in handicrafts, aimed at facilitating income generation. In 2000, she started as a handicrafts teacher, later opting to transform her buisness into a guesthouse offering distinctive tourism experiences. Instead of just teaching handowork to local women, her business now welcomes visitors and tourists for a comprehensive experience that includes traditional food, visits, and the opportunity to take home a handmade craft as a gift. Hanan aspires to attract a broad audience of visitors and tourists to her project.