A venue in Khar blends a curated sewing session with a musical performance by an indie artiste, celebrating art with a live community experience
An expert guides a participant with sewing and embroidery at an earlier event conducted at the venue. pics courtesy/the hab by usha
The highly different, but intricate arts of sewing and music are set to unite in this upcoming curated event, The hab Atelier & Arts ft. Sanchi, organised by The hab by Usha, a city-based store offering experiential workshops and sewing supplies. Their session this weekend places the craft of sewing within the context of musical artistry.
Sanchi Mannotra performs on stage. Pic courtesy/@sanchhhii
“We have hosted plenty of such sewing sessions in the past, but this is the first time we are bringing music as an element into it,” Amaara Sangam, brand head, mentions to us. “Participants will be guided through a themed sewing session, which will be followed by a soulful, live indie music performance by artiste Sanchi Mannotra.” The art of sewing is curated by the platform, while the music community Little Sounds has curated the live performance.
A participant focuses on her sewing work
The session does not require a background in sewing, and is designed around crafting embroidery that matches Mannotra’s style. Sangam explains, “Basically, attendees will be guided through the process of creating a cushion embroidered with a guitar.” The idea, she says, is to help them make something that they will cherish long after the performance is over. “Usually, when people attend a concert, they end up purchasing merchandise like t-shirts as a memento; but here, they will make something beautiful, customised, and unique themselves,” she says. Mannotra, who is a tattoo artist as well, and has experience in the field of fashion design, will create an intimate, relaxing atmosphere, while interacting with the audience as well.
A sample of a cushion made with themed embroidery for the upcoming session
As sewing is often viewed as a utilitarian, skill-based activity, such events highlight its therapeutic effects. Sangam emphasises that the event’s concept also involves fostering enjoyment through the senses, which is always likely to make any experience more memorable.
Amaara Sangam
“The aim is to create a confluence of hands-on crafts and music. Mumbai is beginning to see an increasing interest in such events that centre the community, from concerts to curated live experiences. We intend this to be an immersive experience with elements of synaesthesia, to celebrate both the art and the artiste through sewing. Guests can expect to develop their knowledge about and interest in sewing as an art form,” she signs off.
On December 14; 5 pm to 7.30 pm
At The hab by Usha, Corporate Lounge Road, Linking Road Khar West.
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Entry Rs 999
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