Taguchi Yukihiro will create a Spun Dragon together with local schools, NGOs and community using recycled fabric and bamboo. The 35-meter-long Spun Dragon is made up of bamboo cubes, with a head inspired by a loom. You are invited to be part of the production of dragon scales – where you will learn about the techniques of weaving and traditions of dragon production from the artist himself. Date: 29 June 2018 (Friday) Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Venue: CHAT, […]
Across time and space, people have come together and form different communities for many reasons. Two good local examples are MaD (Make a Difference) and the School of Everyday Life. These two distinct groups both possess a clear vision and are actively building platforms for more people to exchange ideas and express their opinions. In 2015, MaD initiated “Village Reimagined,” putting forth the possibility of building society in the mindset of villagers. School of Everyday Life has been building different […]
Hong Kong’s textile industry was once booming. Two short films “An Ordinary Day of Hing” and “Taste of Pomme” tell the stories of the disappearing textile industry through the daily lives of an old tailor and a sewing lady. On the other hand, documentary “Cotton” focuses on the factory workers in China. Spanning over eight years, it recorded the tireless lives of the workers under the influence of globalisation and fast fashion. Join us for the post-screening discussions with Yip […]
At the Souvenir Factory Lab, you will learn and observe from a retired paper pattern master and sewing ladies on the making of memorable keepsakes. You will experience every step of the making from choosing a piece of fabric to cut, sew and decorate it with block printing technique, and it is a useful souvenir for you to take home. As you learn from the masters, do not hesitate to ask them about the stories in the factory and get […]
Embroidery Garden is a place for the public to explore the possibilities of textile techniques such as embroidery and mending. Inspired by the values of traditional Asian techniques to repair, CHAT offers tools and guides to encourage you to value your belongings by mending, and increase the quality and aesthetics of your torn or waste fabrics with embroidery methods. Embroidery Manual: Suzuki Kumiko Date: 28 July – 19 August 2018 (Open from Wednesday to Sunday) Time: 11:00am-7:00pm Venue: Centre for […]
How can you tell a story within a picture? In this family workshop, art educator Granny 2-woo will teach you and your child how you make use of upcycled fabrics to collage the story on a piece of cloth. As she tells you a story about the mystery of fabric, you are encouraged to devise your own story with your child and reflect it in the patchwork. Date: 5 August 2018 (Sunday) Time: 10:00am-1:00pm Venue: Centre for Heritage Arts and […]
Learn about the life and process of indigo dye from plant to product as well as hearing about different culture and functions of dyeing from around the world. Experience using indigo by dyeing rope which will then be turned into a functional object by constructing and sewing into a bowl to take home. Date: 19 August 2018 (Sunday) Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm Venue: Centre for Heritage Arts and Textile (CHAT), The Mills Fee: HK$550 Capacity: 20 (It will be conducted in Cantonese) […]
In this workshop, you will learn to fix the structure of a wooden stool and produce a natural and reliable furniture for your home. Using upcycled fabrics, you will weave a cushion for the stool and give it your own colour. The stool will be a colourful and delightful addition to your residence. Date: 11 August 2018 (Saturday) Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm Venue: Centre for Heritage Arts and Textile (CHAT), The Mills Fee: HK$700 Capacity: 15 (It will be conducted in Cantonese) […]
In this workshop, Aunt Yung will demonstrate her refined sewing skills and show you how to handle fabrics. Under her guidance, you will complete a garment by yourself and dye it with naturally-coloured food-waste dye with Dye Master from Dyelicious. This innovative dye is not only organically decomposable, it creates no waste to the ocean. In a time of fast fashion, a handmade garment employing traditional craftsmanship and modern skills is difficult to find. Date: 4 August 2018 (Saturday), 12 August […]
Hand spinning and weaving are ancient textile arts. Using spindles, animal and plant fibres are twisted together to form yarns. In this workshop, you will learn to use the spindle to transform different fibres into usable materials, then integrate your hand-made colourful threads into the design and create an elegant woven bag. Date: 18 August 2018 (Saturday) Time: 2:00pm-6:00pm Venue: Centre for Heritage Arts and Textile (CHAT), The Mills Fee: HK$550 Capacity: 12 (It will be conducted in Cantonese) RSVP