Hotel Bel Sito in Venice offers the opportunity to take a course in Soutache, the art of trimming with coloured yarns to create limitless objects in a thousand colours.
The technique uses a wide range of materials including shells, wood, mother-of-pearl and gemstones, but above all, beads made by the master glassmakers of Murano.
Curves and patterns create necklaces, earrings, rings, bracelets and chokers.
You'll learn how to make Soutache jewellery, which you can keep at the end of the 2-hour session.
You'll need a certain dexterity in the use of needle and thread, needed to sew the beads onto the fabrics.
If you're interested, ask our concierge for information.
For your stay with us, you can choose from 34 rooms, beautifully furnished and with some original items from 18th century Venice or late 19th century Italy, lovingly refurbished with gorgeous fabrics made by local artisans.
Whether you're here for a romantic getaway or a family holiday, our rooms will make you feel at ease, with the added touch of attentive and discreet service.