Come and make a ‘vinok’ harvest crown with Svitlana and Anhelina Goncharuk!
As part of Croydon Harvest featuring The Walnut Fair, create your own vinok and be amongst the best dressed at this autumnal event!
In this one hour workshop, Svitlana and Anhelina will teach you how to make crowns from wheat, flowers, roses, and colorful ribbons.
Like most Ukrainian folk dress, the Vinok has significant symbolic value – representing love and beauty – and are often used in wedding ceremonies and folk festivals.
Svitlana is a Ukrainian artist dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of Ukrainian culture. She creates traditional didukhs, symbolic protective brooches, beaded handbags, and runs masterclasses on weaving wreaths of wheat, decorative flowers, roses, and colorful ribbons.
Her mission is to preserve the traditions of her ancestors and embody them in modern life.
What time are the workshops?
Sat 4 & Sun 5 Oct at 12pm, 1.30pm & 3.30pm
Each workshop is approximately 1 hour.
Who is this workshop for?
There are five, family friendly workshops throughout the weekend recommended for ages 7+. Family tickets are available for one adult and two children.
The workshop on Sun 5 Oct at 12pm is for ages 16+.
Do I need to bring anything?
No, all materials for the workshop are provided.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. Each workshop is limited to 16 people, and bookings must be made in advance. Each ticket is £5, or £12 for a family ticket, including one adult and two children.
