Margaretenspitze
Heike Becker teaches the rib knot and explores various ways to create Margaretenspitze in a creative and three-dimensional manner. Participants begin with small leaves and flowers and then experiment with different shapes to expand their design possibilities.
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 […]
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 […]
Quilted Sneakers
Levente Sulyok offers the opportunity to create a unique pair of sneakers using your favorite patchwork pattern, resulting in a one-of-a-kind design you won’t see on the street. Participants arrive with pre-prepared upper panels, which they quilt together before shaping them into a shoe. They then add eyelets and hand-stitch the upper onto a durable […]