How would you like to wrap your gifts? If you’re looking for something unique or a more sustainable way to wrap, Furoshiki wrapping is a great option.

Furoshiki (風呂敷) is a square piece of cloth that has traditionally been used for wrapping gifts in Japan. It’s not only for gift wrapping but is also commonly used for carrying items instead of bags. Since it’s fabric, there’s no need to tear or throw it away after receiving a Furoshiki-wrapped gift. So, how will you use it? 

During this workshop, we’ll show you basic gift wrapping with Furoshiki, along with other practical methods you can use in your daily life. Share them with your recipients to keep things sustainable!

If you'd like to follow along, please have on hand a 4x5 inch rectangular box and a Furoshiki bandana or lightweight bandana fabric (20x20 inch/50x50 cm).  This program will be recorded.

About our instructor:

Sayako Hiroi is a visual artist specializing in abstract paintings and kintsugi, a traditional Japanese technique for restoring broken pottery.
Born in Japan and currently based in the United States, she earned a Master of Fine Arts from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University in Boston.

Website: KO-KYOTO at https://www.ko-kyoto.com.

Registration is required.

Presented in partnership with Japanese Support Group of Lexington (JPLex) and Lexington Zero Waste Collaborative (LexZeroWaste).

This program is made possible by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation.