Female portrait with invisible applique
Szilvia Kerékgyártó teaches a special appliqué technique that can be used to create pictorial quilts of any kind, demonstrated through the creation of a female face.
Mazatec Embroidery
Lilia Jimenez offers an introduction to the textile traditions of the Mazatec people of Oaxaca, where each community has preserved and developed its own style, deeply rooted in tradition while continuously evolving. Their pieces, whether created for ceremonies or for visitors, are remarkable for their beauty and craftsmanship. In this workshop, participants learn the stitches […]
Otomi embroidery, learn to appreciate
Lilia Jimenez offers an introduction to the textile art of the Otomi people, who have been renowned for their craftsmanship since pre-Hispanic times. Due to economic challenges, entire communities such as Tenango de Doria have devoted themselves to embroidering floral and animal motifs—both real and imaginary—that are now admired worldwide but often imitated. In this […]
Punch Needle Made Easy: A Folk-Inspired Design
Dawn Heese offers, in this beginner-friendly workshop, an introduction to punch needle embroidery using Valdani hand-dyed floss to create a charming, folk-inspired design. Participants learn the fundamentals of the technique, including proper tool use, stitch consistency, and finishing methods. While the piece will not be completed during the class, the fast and rewarding nature of […]
Chilac embroidery the unknown famous
Lilia Jimenez offers an exploration of the origins of embroidery and garments often associated with Mexico and widely reproduced in global trade. These creations originate from the Nahua communities of Chilac, who have preserved a rich embroidery tradition since colonial times. In this workshop, participants learn the stitches and techniques, while also gaining a deeper […]
Façades lovers 2
Martine Apaolaza offers to build a façade of small houses using various techniques, including traditional appliqué and reverse appliqué for certain openings. Details and embellishments are created with innovative embroidery using primitive stitches, with careful attention to color harmony and dimensional or inset elements such as doors and windows. Part of the project is completed […]
Bojagi, circle or square: discover the art of inlay through transparency
Maryse Allard offers an introduction to bojagi, a traditional Korean textile art characterized by transparency and elegance. Through the use of inset shapes—circles, semicircles, or squares—participants create a personal, graphic, and colorful piece. This art form is used both in decoration and in clothing.
Persimmon Leaves Pouch with Korean Silk
Seika Lee Klein offers to hand sew a small pouch inspired by traditional Korean craftsmanship. This design, known as a “persimmon leaves pouch” due to its shape, was traditionally used to wrap tea utensils and is called dagibo. In this workshop, participants create an adorable version with a diameter of approximately 12 cm, perfect for […]
Mobile Decoration with Korean Silk
Seika Lee Klein offers to hand sew a light and airy mobile decoration inspired by traditional Korean craftsmanship, perfect for window or home decoration. For this workshop, she provides oksa, a Korean silk fabric known for its unique stiffness and transparency. Participants can personalize their piece by adjusting color combinations, sizes, or by adding beads. […]
Discover saeksilnubi, a traditional Korean art form characterised by volume and geometry
Maryse Allard offers an introduction to saeksilnubi, a traditional Korean textile art combining color, volume, and geometry. This simple and almost meditative technique allows participants to create a graphic and colorful piece that can be adapted into a pouch, a small bag, or a bojagi.