Dapo: Leaves of New York 0726
This workshop is inspired by Dapo (茶布), a traditional Korean textile used to cover or protect tea tables, teaware, and teacups. Among Gyubang crafts, the lotus leaf dapo is especially well known for its elegant leaf form, created through a traditional pinching technique that shapes the veins and carefully folded edges finished by hand.
Inspired by the diverse trees of Brooklyn’s Prospect Park, I developed the Leaves of New York series, reimagining this traditional craft through the forms of local leaves. Participants will create a handcrafted leaf ornament that evokes the ethereal beauty of translucent silk fluttering gently in the wind. Designed to catch sunlight, cast delicate, shifting shadows, and gently sway with the breeze, it captures the mesmerizing essence of hanbok, “clothes of the wind” bringing a quiet sense of movement and light into everyday space.
Beyond learning traditional Korean hand-sewing techniques, participants will discover the sustainable and mindful spirit of Gyubang textile traditions—where careful craftsmanship, respect for materials, and the beauty of slow making continue to inspire contemporary textile art.
What’s provided
Korean silk organza (Oksa, Nobang, Gapsa etc)
Silk Thread
Sewing materials (Needle, seam ruller, hera- seam marking tool, etc)
You’ll Leave With
Handcrafted “Leaves of New York” translucent silk ornaments to display as a window hanging, decorative object, tree ornaments or key charm.
An introduction to the sustainable spirit of Jogakbo and Gyubang textile traditions.
Gyubang hand-sewing techniques for future projects & creative inspiration
What to Expect
These small, hands-on workshops are designed to introduce the foundations of traditional Korean Jogakbo and Gyubang textile arts. The techniques you’ll learn are rooted in a craft that traditionally takes years of dedicated practice to master.
This is a skill-focused workshop with live demonstrations, step-by-step guidance, and individual instruction throughout the class. Because Dapo is a slow and mindful hand-sewing practice, you may not complete your project during the workshop. However, you will leave with the knowledge, techniques, and confidence to continue and finish your piece at home, and to begin creating your own future projects.
Refund Policy
I am an independent local artist, and every registration directly supports the cost of imported materials, studio preparation, and the time invested in each workshop. All ticket purchases are final and non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your registration to a friend. Please email me at [your email] so I can update the registration. If space is available, you may transfer your registration to another workshop of equal value by contacting me at least 72 hours before your scheduled class.
Photography & Video Notice
Photographs and short video clips may be taken during workshops for use on my website, social media, and other promotional materials. I make every effort to avoid capturing identifiable facial images or other personally identifying features whenever possible. However, by registering for this workshop, you acknowledge that photographs or video may be taken during the event. If you prefer not to appear in any promotional materials, please let me know before the workshop begins, and I will gladly accommodate your request.
Workshop Policy
Workshop materials, patterns, and instructional content are provided for personal use only. They may not be copied, reproduced, redistributed, or used to teach commercial workshops without prior written permission. Participants will receive a liability waiverby email before the workshop. The completed waiver must be submitted prior to the beginning of class. Please arrive on time to make the most of your workshop experience.
This workshop is inspired by Dapo (茶布), a traditional Korean textile used to cover or protect tea tables, teaware, and teacups. Among Gyubang crafts, the lotus leaf dapo is especially well known for its elegant leaf form, created through a traditional pinching technique that shapes the veins and carefully folded edges finished by hand.
Inspired by the diverse trees of Brooklyn’s Prospect Park, I developed the Leaves of New York series, reimagining this traditional craft through the forms of local leaves. Participants will create a handcrafted leaf ornament that evokes the ethereal beauty of translucent silk fluttering gently in the wind. Designed to catch sunlight, cast delicate, shifting shadows, and gently sway with the breeze, it captures the mesmerizing essence of hanbok, “clothes of the wind” bringing a quiet sense of movement and light into everyday space.
Beyond learning traditional Korean hand-sewing techniques, participants will discover the sustainable and mindful spirit of Gyubang textile traditions—where careful craftsmanship, respect for materials, and the beauty of slow making continue to inspire contemporary textile art.
What’s provided
Korean silk organza (Oksa, Nobang, Gapsa etc)
Silk Thread
Sewing materials (Needle, seam ruller, hera- seam marking tool, etc)
You’ll Leave With
Handcrafted “Leaves of New York” translucent silk ornaments to display as a window hanging, decorative object, tree ornaments or key charm.
An introduction to the sustainable spirit of Jogakbo and Gyubang textile traditions.
Gyubang hand-sewing techniques for future projects & creative inspiration
What to Expect
These small, hands-on workshops are designed to introduce the foundations of traditional Korean Jogakbo and Gyubang textile arts. The techniques you’ll learn are rooted in a craft that traditionally takes years of dedicated practice to master.
This is a skill-focused workshop with live demonstrations, step-by-step guidance, and individual instruction throughout the class. Because Dapo is a slow and mindful hand-sewing practice, you may not complete your project during the workshop. However, you will leave with the knowledge, techniques, and confidence to continue and finish your piece at home, and to begin creating your own future projects.
Refund Policy
I am an independent local artist, and every registration directly supports the cost of imported materials, studio preparation, and the time invested in each workshop. All ticket purchases are final and non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your registration to a friend. Please email me at [your email] so I can update the registration. If space is available, you may transfer your registration to another workshop of equal value by contacting me at least 72 hours before your scheduled class.
Photography & Video Notice
Photographs and short video clips may be taken during workshops for use on my website, social media, and other promotional materials. I make every effort to avoid capturing identifiable facial images or other personally identifying features whenever possible. However, by registering for this workshop, you acknowledge that photographs or video may be taken during the event. If you prefer not to appear in any promotional materials, please let me know before the workshop begins, and I will gladly accommodate your request.
Workshop Policy
Workshop materials, patterns, and instructional content are provided for personal use only. They may not be copied, reproduced, redistributed, or used to teach commercial workshops without prior written permission. Participants will receive a liability waiverby email before the workshop. The completed waiver must be submitted prior to the beginning of class. Please arrive on time to make the most of your workshop experience.