Mexican Day of the Dead Sugar Skulls Workshop

Come and join us this half-term holiday for a fantastic family-friendly sewing workshop.
We'll be teaching you how to make your very own Mexican Day of The Dead sugar skulls.
This workshop is suitable for all ages and abilities.
Hand sewing only. All materials provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times

In Mexico, Dia de los Muertos, or day of the dead, is a vibrant, colourful celebration of life. Mexicans believe this is the time those that have left us will come back to enjoy the best parts of life with us. An Ofrenda (altar) is decorated with pictures or photos of loved ones to honour their memory, candles are lit and favourite foods and drinks are left for those to enjoy in the afterlife, just as in mortal life. Cempasuchil (French marigold) petals are scattered to form a path for the souls to follow back to the Ofrenda and families and friends gather together to celebrate this special time. Each day has its own ritual and significance. 28th October is a day to remember the Lonely Souls and on this day, we light our first candle and leave a glass of water for those lonely souls.
All are welcome and we would love for you to bring along a photo or a drawing of your lost loved ones (pets count too) and place them on the Ofrenda in Brighton Open Market that is beautifully organised by our friends at Casa Azul mexican restaurant.

Dates: Tues 24th October, Wed 25th October 10.30am-12pm, Thur 26th October 10.30am-12pm
Times: Choose between 10.30am-12pm and 1pm-2.30pm
Course length: 1.5 Hours

Location: Sew Fabulous