Istanbul: Small-Group “Ebru” (Marbling) Tote Bag Art Workshop

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Unleash your creativity at the Ebru Tote Bag Art Workshop, where the ancient Turkish art of marbling comes to life. In this engaging 2-hour session, learn to swirl vibrant colors on water and imprint your unique designs onto a canvas tote bag. No artistic skills are required—just bring your enthusiasm. Sip on unlimited Turkish tea and enjoy homemade snacks as you create not only a stunning bag but also two marbled postcards to share with loved ones. With expert instruction and a relaxed atmosphere, this workshop offers a memorable taste of Istanbul’s artistic heritage.

What's Included

Instruction available in English and Turkish
Expert instructor guidance
Marbled postcards to take home
All materials and traditional Ebru tools
One cotton tote bag with your own marbled design to take home

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our studio, Fabrikafa, is located in Üsküdar on the Asian side of Istanbul. Look for the "Fabrikafa" sign at the entrance, where our instructor will be waiting to welcome you. Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled start time.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Guests are welcomed at this workshop in Üsküdar with Turkish tea, coffee and cookies. After a short introduction to the centuries-old art of Ebru (Turkish paper marbling), your instructor demonstrates the basic techniques. Guests then create their own marbled patterns by carefully dropping and shaping special paints on the surface of water, using traditional tools. Once each guest is happy with their design, the pattern is transferred onto a cotton tote bag, creating a one-of-a-kind piece to take home. Each guest also makes marbled postcards. No experience is needed, and the workshop is suitable for all skill levels. The instruction is available in both English and Turkish.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Istanbul Workshops

Tags

Art Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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