Workshop Overview
- LanguagePortuguese, English
- Duration4
- DifficultyAll Levels
- Private Groups & Team Building
- 3 Min Group Size
- 8 Max Group Size
- 72 hours Advance Booking Time
- €50 Price Per Person (Groups)
- €120 Minimum Booking Value
- On-Site Location Options
- Next Date07/09/2026
What's Included
Included
- Embroidery hoop
- Fabric
- Thread
- Needles
- Heat-erase pen
- Glue
- Scissors
- Teas and cakes
Location Details
Oficina dos Têxteis (Textiles Studio), Solar das Palmeiras, Loulé, Portugal
Bookings close 96 hours before the workshop starts.
Your Teacher
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Luísa Leão is a textile artist, designer, and researcher whose practice explores the intersection of material, memory, and identity. Originally from Brasília and now based in the Algarve, Portugal, her work transforms traditional textile techniques into contemporary, abstract compositions that reflect themes of ancestry, sustainability, the body, and the passage of time. Working primarily with wool, reclaimed textiles, and natural fibers, Luísa creates tactile works that honor the slow, intuitive process of making. Each piece carries traces of personal and collective histories, weaving together craftsmanship, experimentation, and a deep respect for materiality. Alongside her artistic practice, Luísa is a PhD researcher in Arts at the University of Beira Interior and an artist-in-residence at Galeria GamaRama. She also leads textile workshops and community initiatives, sharing ancestral techniques while encouraging new forms of creative expression. Through her atelier, Luísa invites viewers to reconnect with the beauty of handmade processes, where every thread becomes a gesture of care, memory, and transformation.
FAQ's
Not at all. This workshop is designed for complete beginners. You'll be guided through each step and learn the essential stitches at a comfortable pace.
Yes. Everything you need is provided, including fabric, embroidery hoop, threads, needles, and all other materials. Just bring yourself and your creativity.
Absolutely! You'll leave with a finished piece displayed in its embroidery hoop, ready to hang at home, give as a thoughtful gift, or keep as a special memory.
The workshop can be conducted in both Portuguese and English, making it accessible to both locals and international visitors.
No special equipment is required. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and bringing your reading glasses if you normally use them for close-up work. Tea, homemade cakes, and a welcoming creative atmosphere are all included.
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