Splendid Song Brocade: Chinese Intangible Cultural Heritage Craft Workshop
About this Event
Join us for an exclusive, hands-on journey into the world of Song Brocade (Song Jin), one of China’s most luxurious and historically significant silk-weaving arts. Listed as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, this exquisite craft—renowned for its shimmering metallic threads and intricate patterns—was historically reserved for royalty.
Held in the historic Edinburgh City Chambers right on the vibrant Royal Mile, this 2-hour immersive workshop offers a peaceful, creative escape amidst the bustle of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Guided by blogger and artisan YAN, you will learn the stories behind these ancient motifs and create your own premium masterpiece to take home.
What You Can Expect
This workshop is 100% beginner-friendly and designed for all creative souls. When you check out, you will choose ONE of the following two traditional crafts to create during the session:
- Option A: Song Brocade Fabric Collage Unleash your creativity using premium silk offcuts to piece together a vibrant, modern artwork. You can choose between two iconic cultural designs: the majestic Dragon Boat or the spirited Horse. We provide a high-quality frame so your masterpiece is ready to hang the moment you get home.
- Option B: 3D Fragrant Gourd Amulet/Sachet Craft a beautiful, plush three-dimensional sachet shaped like a traditional gourd (Hu Lu), a Chinese symbol of good fortune and blessings. You will fill it with a blend of natural, calming aromatic herbs, finish it with elegant pearls and silk tassels, and leave with a fragrant accessory perfect for your home or car.
What is Included
- All Premium Materials: Song Brocade silk fabrics, specialized fabric tools, and your choice of either a premium display frame or amulet fillings/tassels.
- Bilingual Expert Guidance: Step-by-step instruction in English (with Mandarin support fully available).
- A Unique Fringe Keepsake: A beautifully finished, culturally rich item handmade by you.
- Hanfu Photo Opportunities: You can fully immerse yourself in the culture by trying on traditional Chinese Hanfu robes for photos inside the historic City Chambers! This experience is available for an additional £5 per person (payable on the day).
Key Information
- Date: 6th August 2026
- Time Slots: Session 1: 11:00 - 13:00 | Session 2: 13:00 - 15:00 (Please arrive 10 minutes early for check-in)
- Location: Edinburgh City Chambers, 253 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1YJ
- Capacity: Strictly limited to 24 attendees per session to ensure dedicated, personalized guidance from YAN and the team.
Spaces fill up incredibly fast during the Fringe. Book your slot today and weave your own piece of history!
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 6.13 to GBP 32.11
