Vacation rentals in Belgium

You will join me in my workshop in the heart of Old Bruges and learn to handmake your own sterling silver ring. During our time you will have hands on experience of forging, shaping and finishing your own silver ring. First you will choose which finger you would like the ring for, measure your silver and cut to size using a handsaw. Next you will choose from a wide selection of hand stamps to add a custom message onto the inside of the ring. This could be a name, date or your favourite beer! You will learn how to hammer the silver into a ring shape using mallets and a triblet. I will then heat and solder your ring while explaining the process of heating and joining silver together. Next I will show you how to add textures and markings to your ring. This is your unique ring and your time to really show your creative side! The last step will be to choose the finish and polish; this could be highly polished to add some sparkle, a satin finish or even a rough forged look to your ring. Finally you will have your own silver ring to keep, handmade by you in the Heart of Old Bruges, a fabulous and unique way to remember your trip to our magical city. Other things to note No previous experience of jewellery tools or working with silver is needed to enjoy the workshop and make a ring. We will use 925 sterling silver for your ring. We have a safe place to store luggage

You plan to visit Brussels and don't know anything about it? Most of your friends even wondered why you decided to do so? Brussels ?! What does it even mean? Well, I can give you more than 43 reasons why you should visit this city! There are various things to experience here: things to see, things to learn, things to taste! With its 159 embassies and 2500 diplomats, Brussels is the world's second seat of diplomatic representations. How did this young city acquire a prominent role so rapidly in Europe since the Middle Age? Since its first stone put in 580, Europe has witnessed Brussels' lightning evolution to power. This city has been a capital of numerous territories: Burgundy, Brabant, the Netherlands, Belgium and now Europe. Its refined heritage is prized by so many. If you let me introduce you to this legacy, I will make sure you see it, touch it and taste it! Today, the city is famous for its delicious chocolates and sweets, renowned beer, outstanding architecture and this unique way to continuously surprise you. But Brussels holds some of Europe's most amazing sites!The Grand Place, World Heritage of Unesco for more than 20 years. The City Hall and the Cathedral, both masterpiece of the Gothic architecture. Manneken Pis, the Bourse, Saint-Géry, the Royal Palace and its Parc, the Saint-Hubert Galleries and even the breathtaking Mont-des-Arts. Other things to note If you grant me 2h30min of your precious time, I can assure you will fall in love with this town! You may not know why you came to visit Brussels, but you certainly will when you leave.

Discover the landmarks of Ghent during this 3-hour tour. The tour will take you to the most beautiful historic and contemporary locations. We offer you the best of both worlds: St Bavo's Abbey and St Peter's Abbey, Small Beguinage, surprising street and guerrilla art, lively parks, Portus Ganda, the rivers Lys and Scheldt, etc. For a long time, Ghent was one of the largest and wealthiest cities in Europe. And this is still noticeable today. You cycle along numerous abbeys and churches, the Castle of the Counts and the Belfry.... All this testifies to the city’s rich history.

During this 90-minute workshop you’ll prepare traditional Belgian waffle dough, cook it and decorate it with cream, chocolate and seasonal fruits! No previous cooking experience is necessary, and kids are welcome too. After a short introduction, we’ll go through the recipe, split into teams and start cooking. We provide everything you need: all ingredients, cooking gear, waffle irons, a demonstration, and assistance. Feel free to make the craziest topping combinations and take pictures! Every participant will receive a complimentary drink to enjoy with his/her waffles. Looking forward to meeting you in Brussels, Agathe, Harry, Aure & Titch The Waffle Workshop Team! Other things to note Vegan - Dairy / Gluten free available on request.

After a quick explanation of the basics, we will start by choosing the range of color we want to use. We will proceed in stages. Each person will advances at his own pace. Everyone can do this - you leave here when the scarf is finished. The drawing is prepared in advance (so no need of drawing skills) - every piece is different and personalized. But if you want a specific design, then we can talk it through and I will help you realize that. In that case two sessions are needed. One for the drawing and one for the paint. They can be done the same day. In that case, lunch is offered. Silk has to be fixed, so : you can either take the scarf with you the same day or leave it here for the fixing process (steam fixing) and I send it to you by mail. Once fixed, the colors last forever and you will have a personalized scarf for yourself, or to offer as a perfect/unique gift. The experience is offered in French and or English. Other things to note A la fin de l'expérience, on peut : soit repartir avec son oeuvre (non fixée) ou la laisser au studio pour le fixage, et elle vous sera envoyée, une fois fixée à l'étuvage.