Coquimbo Trip Overview
This is a sustainable activity, the skin of the fish that would go to waste is reused. Those who lead the activity prepare themselves by tanning these skins to transform them into beautiful inputs to create handicrafts. Knowing this technique and its uses will connect you with the essence of the lifestyle that humanity needs to “reuse”, not everything is garbage and this activity proves it.
Finally, whatever you decide to make, you can take it home as a souvenir of Guayacán, Don Arturo and your experience as a fish leather craftsman.
Do not stay out and come learn to be a craftsman of tome and loin.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 hours
Starts: Coquimbo, Chile
Trip Category: Classes & Workshops >> Craft Classes
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What to Expect When Visiting Coquimbo, , Chile
This is a sustainable activity, the skin of the fish that would go to waste is reused. Those who lead the activity prepare themselves by tanning these skins to transform them into beautiful inputs to create handicrafts. Knowing this technique and its uses will connect you with the essence of the lifestyle that humanity needs to “reuse”, not everything is garbage and this activity proves it.
Finally, whatever you decide to make, you can take it home as a souvenir of Guayacán, Don Arturo and your experience as a fish leather craftsman.
Do not stay out and come learn to be a craftsman of tome and loin.
Itinerary
Come learn and create your own crafts with fish leather, Arturo Varas and Marlen Alcayaga cutorers, excellent cultists of this technique who will share with you some of their secrets so that you can make some simple object yourself such as bracelets, earrings, bookmarks, keychains or lighter holders.
