Handcraft Workshop: Velvet Flower/Cloisonne/Nacre Inlay

This is more than just a craft session—
It is a complete experience of creating beauty and becoming beauty.

▍ What’s Included in the Experience?

1. Handcrafting Time
   Guided by an instructor, you will transform soft velvet thread into a unique velvet flower brooch or hairpin. The process is soothing, the result stunning.
2. A Qipao Encounter
   We have prepared a selection of refined qipaos for you to try on and style. Whether it’s your first time or you’re already an enthusiast, you’ll find your own elegance.
3. Aesthetic Portraits
   A professional photographer will capture those atmospheric moments with your handcraft and qipao, giving you a set of high-end Chinese-style portraits.
4. Immersive Ambience
   In a tranquil, elegantly arranged space, accompanied by light tea, enjoy an afternoon wholly yours—filled with creativity and calm.

▍ Event Details

• Date & Time:

Friday, February 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Nacre Inlay;

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Velvet Flower;

Friday Febrary 27, 2026 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Cloisonne.

• Location: Silicon Valley Asian Art Center, 25008 Viking St, Hayward
• Seats: Limited to 15 participants
• Fee Includes: All crafting materials, qipao try-on, refined tea snacks, and event photography.

▍ Who Is This For?

• You, who wish to step away from the everyday and focus on something beautiful.
• You, who love creating with your hands and want to make a heartfelt gift.
• You, who are curious about Eastern aesthetics and want to try qipao styling in a relaxed setting.
• You, who simply want to spend an elegant, fun, and photograph-worthy weekend afternoon.

▍ Secure Your Spot Now.
Spring is fleeting, and so is beauty—we look forward to sharing this moment with you.

Info: 12: 50 Entry, Seating, Oracle Card
13: 00 Meditation, Tea Tasting, Self-Introduction
13: 10 Introduction to Tools, Origins, and Materials for Handicraft
13: 10-15:40 Handicraft production
15: 40-16:00 Oracle Card Interpretation

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