Embroidery Workshop: Mellow Petals Chrysanthemum

10 am – 12 pm, Sat 08 Feb 2025
Tú Thị Temple
No. 2 Yên Thái, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội
Fee: 450.000 VNĐ/pax
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From the organizer:

Chrysanthemums have appeared very early in Vietnamese art, adorning stone pedestals, wood-carvings in communal houses and temples, and most notably, the exquisite Lý Dynasty ceramic jars. In the language of embroidery, Vietnamese artisans skillfully capture the delicate, flowing softness of the petals, creating dimensional depth and a sense of space using a single signature technique: xoay canh (thread shading). The direction of the stitches, like brushstrokes on a painting, conveys the artist’s emotions, spirit, and the artistic value of the embroidery. Mastering xoay canh in chrysanthemum petals also enhances one’s ability to embroider leaves and floral branches with greater vibrancy and a distinctly Vietnamese essence.

As part of the exhibition Silken Threads, Natural Hues – Threads and Dyes of the Past and Present, embroidery artist Phạm Ngọc Trâm will host a workshop to share her expertise and provide hands-on guidance.

Note:
Tram will provide embroidery threads and all necessary materials to ensure you enjoy an authentic experience of this exquisite technique. You don’t need to bring anything unless you want to use your own familiar embroidery tools or frame.

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