Session Description
Stitching on Cardboard
Ages 6–10
Date: Saturday, 23 March 2024
Timings: 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Location: The Flying Saucer, Dasman, Sharjah
Languages: English and Arabic
A simple activity designed for young children, this workshop will focus on how to stitch on cardboard using big needles, or on readymade punched outlines of geometric patterns.
Paper Puppets
Ages 15+
Date: Saturday, 23 March 2024
Timings: 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Location: The Flying Saucer, Dasman, Sharjah
Languages: English and Arabic
Learn how to construct a movable 2D puppet for a character you have created using paper, threads and pins.
Woven Thread Handbag
Ages 15+
Date: Saturday, 23 March 2024
Timings: 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Location: The Flying Saucer, Dasman, Sharjah
Languages: English and Arabic
Learn how to weave using only your hands and enjoy an opportunity to create a unique piece. Craft a personalised handbag and discover the different shapes and forms of weaving techniques.
Textiles Printing
Ages 11–15
Date: Saturday, 23 March 2024
Timings: 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Location: The Flying Saucer, Dasman, Sharjah
Languages: English and Arabic
Handcrafted block printing is an age-old technique that has reinvented itself many times. Learn how to create patterns and textiles to print on fabric with the blocking technique.
The Art of Letter Writing
With Hafsa Hariga
Ages 18+
Date: Saturday, 23 March 2024
Timings: 9:30 pm–11:30 pm
Location: The Flying Saucer, Dasman, Sharjah
Language: Arabic
Delve into the art of Arabic letter writing. Gain insight into the intricate craft of expressing thoughts and emotions in the Arabic language.
Registration
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Sharjah Art Foundation is committed to making its programmes inclusive and accessible. Kindly contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or Call (06)5685050 in advance to arrange any support needed during this session. Support could include ramps for wheelchairs, reserved seats for those with hearing impairments to read lips, and sign language interpreters for talks and symposia.
This event is free and open to the public. All materials are provided by Sharjah Art Foundation.