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Indigo dyeing is more than a craft — it is a living cultural heritage of the Black Tay and other ethnic minority communities in Northern Vietnam. For generations, indigo garments have reflected identity, beliefs, and a deep connection to nature, using dye extracted from the Indigofera plant through a completely natural process.
Today, this tradition is at risk. Industrial textiles, tourism-driven jobs, and the use of chemical farming methods are gradually replacing handmade practices and organic cultivation.
We are working to preserve this fragile heritage by supporting over 120 producers from seven ethnic minority groups, promoting organic indigo farming, employing disabled and deaf staff, and reinvesting profits into community infrastructure.
By joining this workshop, you are not just creating a handcrafted piece — you are helping sustain traditional knowledge, ethical livelihoods, and a more environmentally responsible future for these communities.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please arrive yourself at the meeting point at 33A Van Mieu Street, opposite to the Temple of Literature. Our host will welcome you there.
What to expect
Begin your experience with a welcome drink made from traditional Dao herbal medicine before learning about the cultural complex and the importance of indigo in preserving ethnic identity. You’ll be introduced to traditional tie-dye techniques, including stitching and binding methods used to create distinctive patterns.
Each guest receives a 45x45 cm cotton handkerchief to design freely — following sample motifs or customising your own pattern through stitching, binding, or simple decorative techniques. Your fabric is then dyed in natural indigo and carefully colour-fixed using traditional materials such as charcoal ash powder, lemon, mugwort leaves, and soapberry.
After drying and finishing your piece, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind indigo creation — a meaningful souvenir that carries both your personal touch and a story of Vietnamese cultural heritage.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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