Kintsewing Workshop: The Golden Stitch

Wear your story, stitched in gold! Discover the art of visible mending in a hands-on 2hour workshop that blends creativity, sustainability, and Japanese craft traditions. Whether you come alone, with friends, or as part of a special celebration, this experience is designed for anyone eager to embrace mindful mending and the beauty of imperfection. What to Expect Warm Welcome: Start with coffee, tea and an introduction to the philosophy of visible mending—exploring its history, cultural roots, and its connection to Kintsugi. Inspiration & Storytelling: Learn how Japanese artisans have turned mending into an art form, and why repairing is the new style. Hands-On Creativity: Each participant receives a Kintsewing repair set and a CHIYU tote bag. Dive into a table full of colorful patches and fabric pieces—let your imagination run wild! Guided Techniques: Our expert will demonstrate a variety of visible mending and embroidery techniques. You’ll get to try each one, turning your tote bag into a unique, wearable artwork. Personal Projects: Bring your own clothing to repair, or focus on perfecting your skills with the provided tote bag. We recommend starting with the tote bag for the…