Teshigoto - Japanese for “hand-work” - celebrates slow making through visible stitches, thoughtful repair, and objects that carry stories. Rooted in the aesthetics of mending and reuse, this exhibition honors repairs as marks of care that deepen an object’s beauty.

The collective features:
Showa-ya (Atsuko McCallum): Originally from Iwate, Atsuko breathes new life into unworn vintage kimono. She creates dresses, bags, and cartonnage boxes, weaving Japanese culture into every piece, including her handmade dolls.

KuroKogin (Shinobu Kuroda): Hailing from Saitama, Shinobu has designed kogin-zashi since 2008. She honors traditional motifs while reimagining patterns into contemporary styles, bringing intricate counted embroidery to everyday fabric goods.

The exhibition also features guest collaborators Emma Thomas, specializing in tsumami-zaiku and origami, and Michael Allread, who creates Japanese masks. Together, these artists showcase a distinctive collection of upcycled textiles and traditional craftsmanship that celebrates the character of handmade objects.

EVENTS

Opening Event

Tuesday 3 March, 5:30pm
Open to all. Booking is essential for Tea Ceremony

Book online at Eventfinda


Chiku-Chiku Cafe (Social Stitching)

Wednesday 4 March, after 4pm
Thursday 5 March, after 4pm


Kogin Embroidery: A Traditional Japanese Counted Sashiko Workshop

Friday 6 March, 5 - 5.30pm
Saturday, 7 March, 2:30 - 3pm

Register online: Kogin Embroidery

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Images

Showa-ya (Atsuko McCallum), vintage kimono upcycled goods and dolls

KuroKogin (Shinobu Kuroda), kogin embroidery works

Emma Thomas, tsumami zaiku (folded fabric) works

Michael Allread, Japanese mask