Heritage in Hand: A Peranakan Beads Embroidery Experience

Schedule

Sat Aug 22 2026 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm

UTC+08:00
Location

Collab Store | Kuala Lumpur, KL

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[Physical Workshop] Heritage in Hand: A Peranakan Beads Embroidery Experience
Date: 22 August 2026 [Saturday]
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Venue: COLLABSTORE, 2nd Floor, Shoppes at Four Seasons Place, 145, Jln Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Admission:
Exclusive Price for SM Community Members: RM159
Standard Public Price: RM189
Exclusive for 15 pax
Instructors: Swee Lin and Swee May, Founders of Maneknya
Create, bead, and carry a piece of heritage home ✨
🧵✨ Every bead tells a story—create yours through the timeless art of Nyonya beading.
In the month of embracing our roots of culture. Let's step into the beautiful world of Peranakan craftsmanship with a special hands-on experience by Maneknya, a heritage-inspired brand founded by two Peranakan sisters with a mission to preserve and reimagine the art of Nyonya beading.
At first glance, bead embroidery may seem intricate and intimidating, but this workshop is thoughtfully designed for everyone—whether you're a complete beginner or someone looking to reconnect with your creative side. 💛
Guided by Maneknya's master artisan, you'll discover the meditative process of selecting beads, playing with colours and patterns, and carefully bringing your design to life, one bead at a time.
🌸 What you'll experience:
🧵 Learn the traditional art of Peranakan bead embroidery on a frame
✨ Create your own unique design or draw your own pattern
💛 Experience a mindful and rewarding creative process
🎨 Bring home your unfinished masterpiece and continue your journey at your own pace
Want to make it even more personal? You're welcome to bring your own clothing item or bag, and our artisans will help assess whether it's suitable for your bead embroidery creation.
Beyond learning a craft, this workshop is an invitation to slow down and reconnect—with creativity, heritage, and the stories woven into our cultural traditions.
As we celebrate Merdeka month, let's take a moment to appreciate the beauty of preserving our heritage—not just by admiring it, but by experiencing it with our own hands.
Because some traditions aren't just meant to be remembered… They're meant to be created, shared, and carried forward. 🌿✨
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Where is it happening?

Collab Store, La Jung Aesthetic Clinic, Jalan Ampang, KLCC, 50450 Bandar Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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