Exhibt – 10,000 Threads – The Collected works of Quilt Master Kim Haeja
For those who enjoy sewing and traditional costumes.
Gallery Reception
Tuesday 22nd 2011 6-8pm Exhibit Schedule Traditional Korean quilt technique requires keen attention to detail, patience, and dedication. With the arrival of the modern sewing machine, traditional quilting largely disappeared, yet master Kim Haeja remains steadfastly committed to the traditional ways of her craft. For her efforts at preserving Korea’s artistic heritage she was designated a title award under as an “Important Intangible Cultural Property” (No. 107) by the Korean government. Now Haeja Kim shares life’s lessons learned in the crafting of her quilts and textiles. The unique “nubi” line-stitching, is elevated to a high art under the masterful hands of this award-winning artisan. Kim meticulously line-stitches layers of batting and fabric into fine garments and coverings. The tiny stitches are employed over each article in a deceptively simple pattern, with smaller stitching highly valued and the mark of a true expert. To RSVP for the Gallery Reception |