Take a souvenir of Ortigia with you by creating a unique accessory: your Sicilian bag
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Syracuse, · Art workshops
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What you’ll do
This experience is hosted in Italian, English, and Spanish.
5.0 out of 5 stars, from 6 reviews
5.0, · 6 reviews
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, · October 2024
My daughter and I had a great time creating our coffa. The experience began with a short video about how the bags were made and used in the past. We were then shown beautiful fabrics, trims and adornments and got to work. Claudia and Giulia encouraged us to be creative and to try different combinations of fabric/trim/adornments until we had “the” bag. Our time ended with pictures of our bags and the group. This experience was a highlight of our time in Sicily and one we won’t soon forget. Claudia and Giulia have created a very fun experience that all will enjoy!
Donna
California, United States
, · June 2024
My daughters (ages 21 and 17) and I had the most wonderful time! Maria and her mother took great care and showed great patience in helping us select every detail for our bags. We will treasure the bags we made!
Nikki
United States
, · March 2024
I had so much fun making this bag. To start with you are introduced to the artisans process of making the bag from scratch through a video presentation, and a bit of history about the bags use. Then you get right in to the fun part…starting to design the elements of your decoration. The class is fun and as hands on as you like. There are so many different design elements to choose from to make your bag a one of a kind. Giulia and Claudia are a wonderful team and will help guide you every step of the way. I really enjoyed this experience.
Leonie
Collie, Australia
, · April 2023
What a fun experience with Maria and Giulia. Loved my finished product and video!!
Stephanie
Hutto, TX
, · March 2023
Claudia and her daughter were absolutely amazing! This experience was so insightful and fun. I highly recommend if you are visiting Syracuse! Worth it!
Elizabeth
United States
, · September 2022
Must Book!!! Amazing gift for a loved one. The entire experience is thoughtfully designed and one of a kind. If you are looking for something ACTUALLY local and authentic thats not a manufactured tourist experience book this. The hosts are lovely, their store environment is lovely. The bag designing is very fun, they are very talented, and you get a very very cool one of a kind bag out of it. Easily the best AirBnB experience we have ever done. Great value. This is what AirBnB experiences SHOULD be.
James
United States
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Syrtaria Lab. Experience
96100, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy
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About me
Discover the craftsmanship of Ortigia
I'm Maria Claudia, a Sicilian artisan. I created my brand, "Syrtaria, the art of sewing". Inspired by the beauty of Ortigia and Sicily, I produce coordinated clothing and accessories. The colors, scents, legends, and local folklore are sources of inspiration. I enhance our land through tailoring.
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Things to know
Guest requirements
Guests ages 2 and up can attend, up to 4 guests total.
Activity level
The activity level for this experience is moderate and the skill level is beginner.
Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.
Art workshops with knowledgeable hosts
Art workshops are led by artists, sculptors, and other hosts who showcase what makes the city unique.
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Decorate your Sicilian bag
5.0 · 6 reviews
From
$275From $275, per guest
/ guest
Free cancellation
Show dates
What you’ll do
Visita l'Atelier
Discover my Atelier/Lab experience in the heart of Ortigia
The artisanal stages
We will introduce you to the steps for creating the bag
Select fabrics
Choose exclusive Made in Italy fabrics for your bag
Light break Sicily
We will delight you with a refreshment of typical local flavors
Choose the accessories
Create your own design by choosing from a variety of accessories
Customize and create
Add a few unique details to the basket and assemble everything
Take it with you
Take a souvenir of Sicily with you: the bag created ad hoc
This experience is hosted in Italian, English, and Spanish.
5.0 out of 5 stars, from 6 reviews
5.0, · 6 reviews
0 of 0 items showing
, · October 2024
My daughter and I had a great time creating our coffa. The experience began with a short video about how the bags were made and used in the past. We were then shown beautiful fabrics, trims and adornments and got to work. Claudia and Giulia encouraged us to be creative and to try different combinations of fabric/trim/adornments until we had “the” bag. Our time ended with pictures of our bags and the group. This experience was a highlight of our time in Sicily and one we won’t soon forget. Claudia and Giulia have created a very fun experience that all will enjoy!
Donna
California, United States
, · June 2024
My daughters (ages 21 and 17) and I had the most wonderful time! Maria and her mother took great care and showed great patience in helping us select every detail for our bags. We will treasure the bags we made!
Nikki
United States
, · March 2024
I had so much fun making this bag. To start with you are introduced to the artisans process of making the bag from scratch through a video presentation, and a bit of history about the bags use. Then you get right in to the fun part…starting to design the elements of your decoration. The class is fun and as hands on as you like. There are so many different design elements to choose from to make your bag a one of a kind. Giulia and Claudia are a wonderful team and will help guide you every step of the way. I really enjoyed this experience.
Leonie
Collie, Australia
, · April 2023
What a fun experience with Maria and Giulia. Loved my finished product and video!!
Stephanie
Hutto, TX
, · March 2023
Claudia and her daughter were absolutely amazing! This experience was so insightful and fun. I highly recommend if you are visiting Syracuse! Worth it!
Elizabeth
United States
, · September 2022
Must Book!!! Amazing gift for a loved one. The entire experience is thoughtfully designed and one of a kind. If you are looking for something ACTUALLY local and authentic thats not a manufactured tourist experience book this. The hosts are lovely, their store environment is lovely. The bag designing is very fun, they are very talented, and you get a very very cool one of a kind bag out of it. Easily the best AirBnB experience we have ever done. Great value. This is what AirBnB experiences SHOULD be.
James
United States
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96100, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy
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About me
Discover the craftsmanship of Ortigia
I'm Maria Claudia, a Sicilian artisan. I created my brand, "Syrtaria, the art of sewing". Inspired by the beauty of Ortigia and Sicily, I produce coordinated clothing and accessories. The colors, scents, legends, and local folklore are sources of inspiration. I enhance our land through tailoring.
Message Maria
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.
Decorate your Sicilian bag
Take a souvenir of Ortigia with you by creating a unique accessory: your Sicilian bag