On May 24, 2025, the charming town of Baltanás, in the heart of the Cerrato Palentino, will welcome with open arms the 3rd Multilabor Meeting, an essential event for those of us who resonate with the world of textile craftsmanship, tradition, and the small, great shared pleasures.
Starting at 10:00 a.m., Plaza España will be the epicenter of a day dedicated to handmade art. The Virgen de Revilla Housewives Association, in collaboration with the Baltanás Town Council, has prepared a program designed to enjoy, share, and, above all, celebrate. These kinds of gatherings aren't just fairs: they're points of connection between generations, places where popular knowledge finds its continuity in curious hands, where bobbin thread or embroidery needle connect past and present.
A day to savor calmly
The program is as welcoming as the surroundings. It will begin at 10:00 with a welcome for the participants, and a joint lunch is scheduled for noon, the perfect moment to strengthen ties between artisans from different parts of the country. At 12:00 p.m., a charity raffle will be held, in which, as usual, handcrafted pieces donated by the participants themselves—true textile gems filled with love and patience—will be raffled off. The event will formally conclude at 13:30 p.m., although the day still has a delightful surprise in store.
At 18:00 p.m., those who wish to extend the experience can join a Guided tour of the traditional wineries, the wine press, the church of San Millán and the famous Museo del Cerrato CastellanoA perfect finishing touch to a day that is both festive and cultural.
Baltanás: a treasure in the Cerrato
If you've never been to Baltanás, this event is the perfect excuse to discover one of the most beautiful and characterful towns in the province of Palencia. Its old town, with stately stone houses and wooden balconies, tells a story linked to wine, grain, and the land. The underground cellars, some of which can be visited that same day, is one of the municipality's hallmarks. Declared a Site of Cultural Interest, these wineries form a kind of underground wine-growing neighborhood, a true ethnographic gem.
La church of san millan, imposing over the square, houses baroque altarpieces and an air of rural solemnity that is moving. And the Museum of the Castellano Cerrato, located in the old Casa del Cura, is a true lesson in regional identity, where the tools, the fabrics, and the daily life of yesteryear come to life.
Craftsmanship with soul
One of the great attractions of this type of multi-task meeting is, without a doubt, the variety of techniques that come together: Bobbin lace, embroidery, patchwork, cross stitch, tatting, crochet, and much moreEach lacemaker arrives with her own little craft, her bobbins dancing to the rhythm of a knowledge that knows no bounds. The embroiderers display cloths that seem to whisper stories with each stitch. The weavers, between conversations, intertwine wool and affection.
The wonderful thing is that no one competes here: everyone shares. People learn, question, and listen. The veterans share their tricks, and the younger ones show off new color or material combinations. Because tradition is not at odds with innovation, and the thread that unites them all is the passion for creating with one's hands.
How to participate
For those interested in attending, you can register by contacting Carolina at 667 351 856You don't need to be an expert or belong to an association: you just need the desire to spend a morning among threads, coffee, laughter, and beauty.
And if you're coming from outside, take the opportunity to lose yourself on the paths surrounding Baltanás. Its landscapes of gentle hills, grain fields, and vineyards are pure relaxation for the soul. There are charming rural accommodations and local cuisine based on local products, such as suckling lamb, cured cheeses, and wines from the Arlanza DO, which is beginning to gain ground.
This 3rd Multilabores Meeting isn't just a meeting for artisans: it's a celebration for anyone who appreciates dedication, patience, and the beauty of things made with love. So save the date: May 24th 2025Baltanás awaits you with open arms and a hand-embroidered heart.
