Celebrate the holiday season by learning the beautiful art of Chinese gourd (hulu) embroidery with a festive twist! The hulu, or gourd, is a cherished symbol in Chinese culture, representing good luck, health, and protection. In this Christmas Edition Workshop, you’ll create a unique, hand-embroidered hulu ornament that’s perfect for decorating your Christmas tree or giving as a thoughtful holiday gift.

What You’ll Learn:

• The history and symbolism of the hulu in Chinese culture

• Basic embroidery stitches and techniques for creating detailed patterns

• How to combine traditional hulu designs with Christmas motifs

What’s Included:

• A fabric hulu ornament, embroidery threads in festive colors, needles, and embellishments

• Step-by-step guidance and embroidery tips from a skilled artisan

• A keepsake bag to take home your embroidered ornament and continue practicing

Details:

📅 Date: 5th December

⏰ Time: 2.5 hours, from 6:30pm - 9:00pm

📍 Location: 5 Hastings St, London WC1H 9PZ

Join us for this cozy and creative workshop, where you’ll craft a unique holiday ornament that blends the warmth of the Christmas season with the beauty of Chinese folk art. Perfect for bringing good fortune into your home or for gifting to a loved one! 🎅

After your booking, you will receive an email about studio and workshop information a week before the workshop, if you did not receive any email please contact us at studio@yicrafts.com

Cancellation policy - Due to limited seating, we request that you cancel at least 3 days before a scheduled class. This gives us the opportunity to fill the class.