In this workshop with Swedish-Japanese artist Takao "Momi" Momiyama, we will try out a traditional Japanese repair technique called sashiko. It is essentially based on running stitches, where the needle is passed up and down through the fabric.

We begin the workshop with an introduction from Momi. We will get to look at and touch repaired garments and sewing exercises he has created. We will find inspiration for how to sew a coaster using a simple technique.

We get to choose from various beautiful fabric scraps laid out for us. We will sew these pieces together into a coaster according to our own ability. We will also discuss repairing and darning.

Takao Momiyama (b. 1951) was born in Japan but has lived in Sweden since he was a student. He speaks Swedish and currently lives outside Simrishamn in Skåne.

This workshop is part of Vandalorum's project Rich in Years, funded by the Kamprad Family Foundation, which aims to improve the quality of life and enrich the everyday lives of elderly people in need throughout Småland by making art and design accessible. The activity takes place at residential care homes and day centers for the elderly and can be booked free of charge.

Vandalorum, a museum for art and design in Värnamo, has extensive experience working with customized educational projects for the elderly.

To book, please contact art educator Ida Olsson:
studio@vandalorum.se or 0370-302207