Natural Doll Making Workshop
Sat, 04 Jul
|Loughrea
Doll making; a beautiful craft!
Time & Location
04 Jul 2026, 09:30 – 05 Jul 2026, 16:30
Loughrea, Kylebrack West, Loughrea, Co. Galway, H62DX77
About The Event
What to expect of this workshop?
The type of dolls made by tutor Laura are known as Waldorf or Steiner dolls. They are crafted entirely from natural materials such as cotton, sheep’s wool, yarn, and fabric. As a result, they are gentle on both the planet and the recipient.
These dolls are characterised by their simple features—just a small nose, and eyes and mouth that are delicately embroidered. They are warm and soft to hold, offering a comforting tactile experience.
"Doll making is something humans have done since the earliest times, and it is a skill that has largely been lost due to the widespread availability of mass-produced plastic dolls," says Laura.
The dolls can be made entirely by hand. The workshop is structured in clear steps: beginning with the creation of the head and facial features, followed by stitching the body and limbs, and finally assembling the parts. Hair…
Tickets
Adult Ticket
We are introducing a sliding scale payment system to make our offerings more accessible to everyone, recognizing that financial situations vary. You can now choose between two payment options: €240 or €195 based on what is sustainable for you. This system is based on trust and solidarity.
From €195.00 to €240.00
€240.00
€195.00
Supported Ticket
This price point is for you if you have financial barriers. There is one ticket at this price per event.
€155.00
Child ticket
This ticket is for under 18's only. All under 18's must be accompanied by a responsible adult who has also purchased a ticket to the same event. Under 18's must be accompanied at all times. You have to be 7 or older to attend this event.
€120.00
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