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    Ebru Tote Bag Art Workshop

    Ebru Tote Bag Art Workshop

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    Learn the ancient Turkish art of Ebru marbling and print your own design onto a canvas tote bag. Enjoy unlimited tea, coffee & handmade snacks. A wearable souvenir you actually made yourself.

    Once-in-a-lifetime

    Guests say it's special and unique.

    Super storytelling

    Guests say this Host tells great stories.

    Up to 3 hours

    This activity takes around

    Languages

    English, Russian, Turkish

    Reserve Now & Pay Later

    Secure your spot and pay at the venue

    Cancellation flexibility

    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance

    Experience

    Ever painted on water? That's basically what Ebru is. You drop colors onto a water surface, swirl them into patterns, and then press a tote bag onto the water to transfer the design. The result is a completely one-of-a-kind print. No two are ever the same.

    This is a 2-hour hands-on workshop. Our instructor will walk you through the whole process: how to prepare the water, how to use the traditional tools (brushes, combs, stylus), and how to layer colors to get the patterns you want. You'll practice on paper first, then do the real thing on your tote bag.

    You'll also create 2 Ebru marbled postcards. Keep them as souvenirs or write a message on the back and we'll mail them anywhere in the world for you. Imagine someone back home opening their mailbox to find a handmade postcard from Istanbul.

    You don't need to be an artist. Most of our guests have never done anything like this before, and the results always look incredible. That's the beauty of Ebru. The water does half the work.

    While your tote bag dries, sit back with some Turkish tea and our homemade cookies. Our instructors love chatting about Istanbul: where to eat, what to see, the places tourists usually miss.

    You leave with a tote bag you can actually use. It's not a souvenir that sits on a shelf. It's something you'll carry around and people will ask you about. Ebru is on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, and now you've got a piece of it in your hands.

    Highlights

    • Paint on water and print your own Ebru marbling design onto a canvas tote bag
    • Learn a UNESCO-listed Turkish art form with traditional tools and natural pigments
    • Enjoy unlimited Turkish tea, coffee, and homemade cookies during the workshop
    • Take home a unique, wearable souvenir no two tote bags ever look the same
    • No art experience needed, beginners get the best results.

    What's Included

    Snacks

    • Handmade Baked Cookies
    • Unlimited Turkish Tea
    • Unlimited Water

    Equipment

    • Expert Ebru marbling instruction from a professional artist
    • 2 Ebru marbled postcards to keep or send to loved ones

    Where we will meet

    Merhaba Pastaneleri Sirkeci

    Hoca Paşa, Ankara Cd., 34112 Fatih/İstanbul

    An intimate and creative studio in Istanbul where traditional Turkish arts come to life. Enjoy hands-on workshops in a warm, culturally rich atmosphere, accompanied by complimentary tea, coffee, and handmade treats.

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    Free cancellation

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    What our guests said about Istanbul Workshops

    Real reviews from our guests across our experiences in Istanbul.

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    Erin

    United Kingdom·October 28, 2025
    5.0
    Great fun and a great souvenir. All the staff were lovely and helpful and fun,
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    Demol

    Belgium·October 28, 2025
    4.0
    Heel fijn om samen met je partner, vrienden of familie te doen. Wel moeilijk om de juiste combinatie te maken, maar dat maakt het juist leuk. Even echte ME time ook. Min puntje… basisgeuren als Vanille, Sandelhout, Jasmijn… ontbraken. Vooral heel zoete geuren. Daarom mijn 4 sterren. Toch tevreden met resultaat.
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    BITSCH

    France·October 28, 2025
    5.0
    Merci de l'accueil et de l'activité. Nous avons été encadrée et aidée pour la création de nos lampe. C'est un souvenir parfait d'Istanbul☺️
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    GetYourGuide traveler

    United Kingdom·October 28, 2025
    3.0
    Lamp making was fun, however the guide told us she would take photos of us with our lamps and did not do it and she asked her self, then she would leave us in between the activity, drinks and snacks not nice
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    Jenny

    Colombia·October 28, 2025
    5.0
    excelente taller
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    GetYourGuide traveler

    Germany·October 27, 2025
    5.0
    Lovely workshop with good atmosphere and great explanations from the guide

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    Do you offer corporate workshops and team-building events?

    Yes, we host team events at our studios. We can come to your venue as well. Your office, a hotel, or any chosen place works. We bring all the gear and the team. Call +90 533 167 62 71 for a quote.

    How is corporate pricing structured?

    Corporate pricing is per person plus a fixed fee for off-site setup. Volume discounts apply. The quote covers materials, the team, and on-site setup. AV and event timeline are out of scope. Reach out for a quote.

    How do I get to the studio?

    Our studio sits on the Asian side. The ferry is the easy way. A taxi or the M5 metro also work. The day before, your booking email has the meeting point and a map link. We meet you and walk to the studio together.

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