Workshop
Independent Space

Towers of Carton

Rand El Haj Hasan and Flaÿou
Venue
Al Muntazah Circle
Location
Jabal Al Lweibdeh
Date
2 September 2016
Time
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‘Towers of Carton’ is a building competition that takes place annually in the School of Architecture of Paris-La Villette (ENSAPLV). This event is based on a unique mixture of design, building, celebration and sports! The last day is the Climbing Musical Day, open to the public at Al Muntazah Circle in Jabal Al Weibdeh.
Workshop

Local Papermaking

Iraq al Amir Women's Cooperative Association
Venue
Raghadan Tourist Terminal
Location
Downtown Amman
Date
2, 6 September 2016
Time
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Learn the basics of papermaking using natural, local materials and the traditional techniques of the craftswomen of Iraq al Amir. Participants will experiment with fallen palm leaves, grass, flowers, sumac, red henna, saffron, rose leaves, paprika, tea and local coffee.
Workshop
Venue
Raghadan Tourist Terminal
Location
Downtown Amman
Date
3, 7 September 2016
Time
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Using the traditional techniques of textile-dyeing used by the women of Ghor Al Safi, this workshop introduces participants to the use of local, natural dyes in creating beautiful patterns on cloth. On the shores of the Dead Sea, the Ghor El Safi Women Association for Social experiments with innovative arts and crafts.
Workshop
Venue
Raghadan Tourist Terminal
Location
Downtown Amman
Date
4, 8 September 2016
Time
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This workshop introduces participants to different tools and wire techniques and will result in the creation of wearable pieces. As part of inamullumani’s objective of supporting the empowerment of women, training workshops related to capacity building and technical skill development have been offered.
Workshop
Independent Space
Venue
Jobedu
Location
Jabal Al Lweibdeh
Date
5 September 2016
Time
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When it comes to design at Jobedu, it’s all about the process of choosing designs, finding fresh talent, the printing process, and choosing themes and collections. How does it all work? Simple! Get the best pop culture designs from outstanding Arab graphic designers.
Workshop
Independent Space

Brand a New Space

Abeer Zoumot and Noor Issa
Venue
abnodesigns
Location
Jabal Al Lweibdeh
Date
6 September 2016
Time
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abnodesigns is inviting ten designers to visit their studio and participate in a branding exercise for their new space. This guided workshop will begin with an introduction to abnodesigns’ work, followed by a visit to the new space where they will engage in a collaborative exchange aimed at finding meaning and ideas for the space’s identity.
Workshop
Venue
Raghadan Tourist Terminal
Location
Downtown Amman
Date
9 September 2016
Time
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This workshop is open to all, and provides a learning experience in embroidery and upcycling, where participants learn the creative process behind {Kees Chic} and produce chic handmade coasters following the Islamic Pattern.