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MOTHER'S DAY WORKSHOP: Motanka Doll
Saturday, May 11th, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT
In Person
Don’t know what to gift for Mothers Day? The best present is the one made with your own hands. Dear friends, we invite you to our workshop!!! Explore Ukrainian culture. Learn how to create your own traditional yarn talisman - Motanka doll. Drink herbal tea in good company, learn about the history of this Ukrainian folk art and enjoy the beauty of conscious craft. Motanka is an ancient protective object in Ukrainian culture. Much more than a simple doll, the Motanka once served as a family talisman and a powerful protective totem. Creating this kind of powerful object is a fascinating and healing practice for adults and children. The result helps to restore ancient traditions and leaves you with a unique talisman and keepsake gift. Teaching artist Genie Gonchar will teach you everything there is to know about the history and significance of this meaningful artistic practice. The workshop is suitable for younger children, as well as anyone who is interested in minimalist yarn doll creation. Participants take their Motankas home!