Spier’s fun festive workshops to delight children and adults alike
From 17 to 21 December 2019, Spier, the historic Stellenbosch wine farm, will be hosting daily afternoon workshops for adults where you’ll learn about everything you need to make sure this festive season is stylishly personalised.
18/12/2019
Ever wanted to learn how to make your own wreath, greeting cards, mosaic or upcycled tree decorations? Want to serve a winning punch, sublime sauces or be able to create your very own delicious flavoured salts and oils for the kitchen? Discover the secrets to all this, and much more, at Spier this festive season. From 17 to 21 December 2019, the historic Stellenbosch wine farm will be hosting daily afternoon workshops for adults where you’ll learn about everything you need to make sure this festive season is stylishly personalised.
With boredom-busting workshops for kids under 12, there’s no need for the little ones to feel left out, either! These start daily at 10:00am over the same period. While the kids unleash their creativity in a safely supervised setting, parents are invited to sample Spier’s acclaimed vintages on the Tasting Room’s shady stoep or stock up on stocking-fillers at the adjoining gift shop.
Adult workshops cost R170; children’s workshops cost R120. Book on www.spier.co.za/events
THURSDAY, 19 DECEMBER
Kids’ Workshop: Make a Festive Mosaic
Expert mosaic artisans will explain the technique and materials used in
this ancient medium. After exploring a selection of ready-made samples,
the little ones will be invited to create their own festive mosaic
decorations.
Time: 10.00
Location: Spier Artisan Studio
Adults’ Workshop: Make a Festive Mosaic Decoration
After expert
mosaic artisans have explained the technique and materials used in the
ancient medium of mosaic, you’ll be able to make your very own festive
mosaic decoration.
Time: 14.00
Location: Spier Artisan Studio
FRIDAY, 20 DECEMBER
Kids’ Workshop: Make a Wreath!
Kids
will be shown how to make a festive wreath, learning different styles,
techniques and which local plants and fynbos work best. Afterwards,
they’ll get the chance to create a wreath of their own.
Time: 10.00
Location: Spier Picnics
Adults’ Workshop: Learn How to Make Festive Wreaths and Plant Inspired Table Decorations
Learn from style
guru Eva van Niekerk how to make a stunning festive wreath. She’ll show
you a variety of different techniques and styles (including edible,
fragrant and modern minimalist wreaths) and explain which local plants
and fynbos work best. Create your own wreath while getting helpful tips
on creating plant-based table decorations.
Time: 14.00
Location:
Spier Picnics
SATURDAY, 21 DECEMBER
Kids’ Workshop: Create Printed Wrapping Paper and Greeting Cards
Kids will learn how to create a repeat
pattern using paint as well as found objects and
seeds as stamps. They will also be able to make
matching gift cards.
Time: 10.00
Location:
Vadas Smokehouse & Bakery
Adults’ Workshop: The Secrets to a Memorable Festive Feast
Discover how to elevate your festive
meal with festive marinades, sauces, cocktails
and punches – and get some inspirational table
décor ideas, too!
Time: 14.00
Location:
Spier Picnics
For more information visit www.spier.co.za