Introduction to Hand Sewing on Momigami Paper

Instructor: Kathleen Schroeder

Dates: Saturdays, July 25 & August 1, 2026

Times: July 25: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM / August 1:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Ages: 18+

Members: $81

Non-Members: $90

(Registration deadline: July 21)

Description:

Momigami is a traditional Japanese technique of creating “kneaded paper,” transforming paper into a fabric-like material which is flexible and durable enough to be sewn. Learn how apply konnyaku paste and knead your own momigami paper, used to create a unique handsewn project. No experience necessary!

Open Studio Time:

Upon approval from the instructor, workshop participants will be granted access to the lab throughout the duration of the workshop. Aside from scheduled workshop hours, the lab is available for independent use Tuesday – Sunday from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Materials:

Provided by Instructor for a $25 materials fee (payable to the instructor)

• Korean Hanji paper (a pack of four colors, measuring 18.5 x 25”)

• Konnyaku powder

• Needles

• Thread

Instructor Bio:

Kathleen Schroeder is a Connecticut-based artist whose work is centered on printmaking. In addition to teaching various printmaking workshops, she also taught lithography, relief, and senior printmaking classes at the Hartford Art School. In addition to studying art at the Hartford Art School, she participated in the Tamarind Summer Course in Lithography in Albuquerque, New Mexico and obtained her Master of Fine Art (MFA) from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design.

All workshops are held at the Five Points Arts Center, 855 University Drive

Workshops may be cancelled due to low enrollment if a minimum number of participants are not met. Registrants will be notified in advance and a refund or credit will be arranged (see workshop polices below for details).

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