About this Event
Known as faa1 paai4 (花牌) in Cantonese, Hong Kong flower plaques have been a colourful part of the city's streets and celebrations for over a century.
From shop openings to traditional festivals, these vibrant decorations hold a special place in many Hong Kong people's memories and are a rich part of the city's unique cultural heritage.
In this fun, family-friendly workshop, you'll discover the fascinating history, craftsmanship and symbolism behind these colourful bamboo-framed decorations, and get creative and make your own miniature flower plaque to take home.
All materials are included, and no previous experience is needed – just bring your creativity and imagination!
在廣東話中稱為「faa1 paai4」的香港花牌，一個多世紀以來，一直是香港街頭和各種慶祝活動中一道色彩繽紛的風景。
無論是店舖開張，還是傳統節慶，這些色彩鮮艷的裝飾都在許多香港人的記憶中佔有特別的位置，亦是香港獨特文化遺產中珍貴的一部分。
在這個有趣又適合一家大小參加的工作坊中，你將會探索花牌背後引人入勝的歷史、工藝與象徵意義，了解這些以竹枝搭建框架的繽紛裝飾，並親手創作一個迷你花牌，帶回家留念。
工作坊已包括所有所需材料，亦無需任何經驗——只要帶上你的創意與想像即可參加！
Host by 導師簡介：
Chelsie is a passionate educator who enjoys bringing stories, objects and traditions to life through creative, hands-on activities. Drawing on her experience of working with archives and historical collections to engage people of all ages and backgrounds, she hopes to share a culture close to her heart while bringing people together through creativity, conversation and the sharing of stories.
Chelsie 是一位充滿熱誠的教育工作者，熱愛透過創意及親身參與的活動，讓故事、物件與傳統文化變得生動有趣。她曾運用檔案資料及歷史藏品，設計活動以吸引不同年齡及背景的人士參與。她希望與大家分享一種與自己情感深厚的文化，並透過創作、交流與故事分享，促進人與人之間的聯繫。
Event venue & nearby stays
HKUK Kingston Community Centre, 6 Ashdown Road, Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
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