Category: Handicrafts

A good feeling is the same; the patterns of chadorshab on manteau, clothes and vests. A motif becomes brilliant; it is like Rudaki’s poems on the tongue of Homayoun. The position of both would be slightly faint as long as it flies with singing. I …

The Gilaks used to roll up the last harvested bundle of rice straw and hang it on one of the pillars in the terrace. They believed it would bless their rice fields. The name of this rice bundle is warzamoshte, meaning the fist of rice …

Goal: In this workshop, the participants learn about Chadorshab weaving techniques, designs and motifs, and the weaving machine known as Pachal. The Program: The master Chadorshab weaver explains about the weaving techniques while simultaneously demonstrating them on the Pachal machine. She also explains about the …

Goal: Learning how to weave a mat The Program: The guests in Gileboom get acquainted with three-curl- and four-curl-knitted mats and practice it. The method of weaving small ground mats will also be taught in group. This work is done with the recycled fibers cut …

Goal: In this workshop, the participants learn about the sculpting clay and ceramic mixture, clay molding techniques and making ceramic pots. The Program: First, the professional sculptor explains about the sculpting clay and its additives, the molding techniques and the process of producing ceramic mixture. …

Goal: To learn about clay, clay kneading and making  dishes The Program: The participants are taught about the type of soil and additives used in pottery making. They can observe the techniques for making various types of pots. Those interested can then participate in producing …

Goal: In this workshop, the participants learn about the history of felting, wool batting, felt making techniques and the common designs, motifs and patterns used in eastern Gilan. They can also participate in making felt patterns of their choice with the help of a master …