WORLD TEXTILES
World Textiles is a project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
Your Wardrobe is a Library of Stories
Discover World Textiles with CRAICNI! 👘🧵
Embark on a global fashion journey from Downpatrick! Explore the rich history of clothing—from local Irish linen to the elegant Japanese kimono.
Supported by PEACEPLUS, managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
📍 Event Details
Where: Down County Museum, Downpatrick
When: Cohorts running from September, Wednesdays and Fridays
Cost: Completely FREE (Register first to lock in your spot!)
Bonus: A unique cultural surprise gift at every session
🙌 Who Can Join?
Open to anyone in Newry, Mourne & Down. No arts or sewing experience needed!
Crafters: Come share your passion—the more the merrier!
Non-Crafters: Perfect! Just bring your curiosity.
✨ What to Expect
Explore Culture: Hear from guest speakers on global fashion and textiles.
Discover Your Style: Use creative journals to reflect on your own fashion journey.
Get Creative: Collaborative, participant-led sessions with potential garment upcycling.
About CRAICNI
We deliver learning experiences that put culture center stage:
Cultivate Respect | Appreciate Inclusion | Across Cultures
🎟️ Register Now!
Spaces are limited. Secure your spot today!
📧 Questions? Email eileen@craicni.com
A thought exercise…
Think of a piece of clothing from your past that you absolutely loved.
What was it? (A coat, a dress, a uniform?)
How did it make you feel? (Confident, safe, powerful?)
Why was it your favourite? (Was it a gift? Did it show off your style or heritage?)
World Textiles Course Aim:
This course celebrates cultural diversity through textiles, fashion, and costume traditions from different cultures, including local traditions and those from around the world.
Learning Outcomes:
Discover – How clothing shapes our personal and family identities
Create – Take part in hands-on activities and community projects
Celebrate – Learn about different cultures, and how they influence each other through textiles.
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World Textiles course operates on a 4-week schedule from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm, with an additional, separately scheduled field trip date.
Use the form to register. That’s it.
Questions? Write to Eileen Chan-Hu, Lead trainer, at eileen@craicni.com.
CRAICNI will be in touch to assign your unique registration reference number.
Look forward to seeing you at Down County Museum, The Mall, English St, Downpatrick, BT30 6AH.
Off-Site Field Trip, Separate Date: The exclusive, hands-on lace-making study trip is held outside of the regular weekly class times.
Disclaimer: By submitting here, you officially register on the World Textiles course at the Down County Museum.
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