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We have two henna workshops coming up in the month of October 2010.

  • October 16th at 2 pm in Brampton, Ontario (call 647-887-0739)
  • October 17th at 1 pm in Elkridge, Maryland (call 410-579-4543)

Please register as soon as possible as space is limited. Registration can be made by emailing info@hennasooq.com

Outline of “Introduction to Henna” workshop:

  • We will discuss the origins of henna and its historical uses in culture and religion. We will talk about current emerging trends and traditions of henna in the West.
  • Safety Issues: The dangers of using “black henna”. Learn the differences between natural henna and chemically altered henna paste.
  • Henna Applicators: A live demonstration and interactive lesson on how to roll your own henna cone, and how to fill it with henna paste. We will also discuss other types of henna applicators used by henna artists around the world.
  • Recipes and Mixing: A live demonstration of how to mix henna, our secret recipe, and explanation of henna chemistry.
  • Elements of Design: A breakdown of different elements in traditional henna design, focusing on design symbolism, and styles of different regions.
  • Henna Demonstration: A volunteer received a sample design to give students a chance to observe the technique of henna application.
  • Hands on practice: Students are given the opportunity to practice creating their own designs on paper, on themselves, or on each other.

Supplies Included: Henna cone and 100 grams of body art quality henna powder for each student, books for browsing, practice sheets, henna design sheets, and henna recipe and instructions. All participants will receive a certificate

Fee: $85.00 per student (group rates available, min.5 people)

Deposit required: $25.00 non-refundable. Complete payment due day of workshop.

Private, intensive, and group henna workshops also available.

Free Henna Workshops at your library. Find out more or ask your library to book with us. (Libraries, and schools usually have budgets to cover these activities)