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ABOUT
Participants will learn the history of Hmong paj ntaub and apply what they learn to create 2 projects in this 6 week workshop series. During the last week, participants will share with one another about what they have learned through a presentation of learning.
WHERE
Location of the program is in St. Paul, MN. Please ensure reliable transportation is accommodated. Location will be shared once youth has been selected.
WHEN? SUNDAYS, 10:30AM - 12PM
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Week 1: Feb. 23rd
Introduction to Hmong Paj Ntaub & Sewing Techniques
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Week 2: Mar 01
Project 1: Hmong Embroidery Hoop
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Week 3: Mar. 09
Finishing Your Project & Details
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Week 4: Mar. 16
Project 2: Hmong Pocket
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Week 5: Mar. 23
Project 2 Continues
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Week 6: Mar. 30
Presentation of Learning
WORKSHOP FEE & APPLICATION
$100.00 per student. Once you sign up for the class, you will be emailed an invoice from Npaus Baim, Program Manager, to pay the workshop fee virtually.
Sign up is first come first serve. The classroom capacity is 12. Please apply with the link below.
MATERIALS PROVIDED
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Aida Cloth
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Needle
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Threads
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Tshirt
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Embroidery Hoop
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Poms Poms
MATERIALS FROM STUDENTS
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Folder to keep materials (required)
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Notebook & writing utensils are encouraged but instructors will provide some
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Magnifying Desk Lamp (optional): Students really only really need them if working with tiny details is a challenge or for those who may be farsighted. See suggestions below.
HOW DO I KNOW THIS FELLOWSHIP IS BEST FOR ME?
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Participants of ages 18+ are welcome to apply
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All levels of experiences are welcomed.
ACCOMMODATIONS
The instructor will provide reasonable accommodations to participants. Please speak with the instructor about accommodations before class starts. These workshops will require participants to sit for a long period of time. Participants will be encouraged to take stretch breaks throughout the workshop. Participants may also work with tiny materials for their projects. Please bring your own magnifying desk lamp if that is needed.
Meet the Teacher
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Padah Vang
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Padah Vang is a self taught visual artist and sculptor. She creates art to capture her deep fascination with the world which has allowed her to become a collector and archivist of her surroundings. Padah is also an educator at heart and has taught Hmong Paj Ntaub workshops at Xia Gallery & Cafe, Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia, and with the Hennepin County Library.
Padah Vang is a self taught visual artist and sculptor. She creates art to capture her deep fascination with the world which has allowed her to become a collector and archivist of her surroundings. Padah is also an educator at heart and has taught Hmong Paj Ntaub workshops at Xia Gallery & Cafe, Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia, and with the Hennepin County Library.