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Furoshiki Fun Playshop (In Person)
Program Categories
Crafts, Educational Programs, Miscellaneous
Audience Age
Adults
Discover Furoshiki, the ancient Japanese art of gift-wrapping with textiles, in a rare hands-on playshop. Join multi-talented international artist Nefertiti San Miguel from Etnia Fusion and take a cultural journey to learn this singular technique, offered specially for public libraries in the Massachusetts area.
Each participant will use existing materials already available around the house while learning the concepts of Mottainai and Kaizen. Spark your creativity by gracefully swathing items of different sizes in ordinary and unique shapes, such as hexagonal boxes, glass bottles, books, picture frames and more. Master the presentation of elegantly wrapped gifts for any occasion and amaze your loved ones with the artistic form and function of one magical square of cloth.
Additional Notes:
Nefertiti will conduct the program in a hybrid fashion, teaching master-class style while also tailoring the presentation around the materials each attendee already has on hand.
Prior to the event, participants should gather an assortment of different sized items and shapes to be wrapped.
No prior experience is necessary.
Activity suited for all genders.
$270.
Starting at 270 for a 75 minute program. Price will be adjusted according to event specifications (program length, materials, travel time, etc.)
Program available to either library patrons or employees.
Group Size
Groups up to 25 attendees dependant on venue space.
Program Length
75 minutes to 2 hours
Adequate space (conference room, classroom, etc.)
Last Modified
10/06/2021
Recent Library/School Appearances by Etnia Fusion
Peishan T. Bartley
Boxborough, MA
(978)263-4680
Performer’s Contact Information
Etnia Fusion
Nefertiti FreytesBrighton, MA 02135
(Supplies vary depending on setup of class, will be discussed prior)
BASIC MATERIALS:
Square pieces of fabric (make sure material is not too thick or stiff)
Bandana
Square medium-thickness scarf
Rubber Bands
ACCESSORIES TO ENHANCE THE PRESENTATION:
Ribbons
Greeting Cards (varying sizes)
Small, clip on seasonal decorations
Tassels
ITEMS TO WRAP:
Books
Boxes of any shape
Picture frames
1 large glass bottle (wine bottle is ideal)
2 cans or small glass bottles (beer, soda, or hard cider are good options)
Any size/shape gift you wish to wrap.