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State of Fashion x VPRO Tegenlicht Meet-up: ‘Uit de Kleren’

On Friday, May 17, State of Fashion organises the VPRO Tegenlicht Meet-up: ‘Uit de Kleren’.

Programme Atelier Home

An intimate talk on designer and artist Zyanya Keizer’s experiences in the ‘Atelier Home’ project.

Bumi Batik – Woven stories from Arnhem-Zuid

Slow fashion label Guave and residents in Arnhem with Indonesian, Indian and Moluccan roots created a work together for Ties that Bind. In Atelier Batik, they deepened memories and worked together with existing batik and fabrics dyed by themselves.

Fashion Revolution Day

On 24 April during Fashion Revolution Day, State of Fashion invites everyone to donate the clothes they no longer wear during a collection event on the Audrey Hepburnplein in Arnhem.

Secondhand Speculation Workshop

Exhibition Ties that Bind

The Ties that Bind exhibition at our main location Rembrandt Theatre is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00-17:00.

Guided tour Wednesday

Every Wednesday afternoon from 14:15 to 15:15, there is a guided tour of State of Fashion 2024’s Ties that Bind exhibition.

Rozet: Activation screenprinting Farah Fayyad

Over the course of the Biennale, Plaatsmaken will activate Farah Fayyad’s screen-printing table four times at Rozet and will also screenprint the designs four times in the Fashion Quarter.

Whataboutery 01: in conversation with the designers from the Political Bodies theme

Dive into the themes of Ties that Bind main exhibition. Curators Rachel Dedman & Louise Bennetts go into conversation with the artists part of the theme. First up: Political Bodies.

Craftsklas (9 – 15 years) : Working with Scraps; Appliqué with Vanessa Oostijen

In this workshop, you will join a table full of colorful patches and threads to create your own appliqué work. How about adding your personal initials to a garment, or immortalizing a homemade image on fabric?

Hand-Sew Your Own Jeans with Linen from The Linen Project

Upon many requests, we are organising a course during State of Fashion to sew your own jeans by hand, using the beautiful linen from The Linen Project. Using the beautiful linen from The Linen Project. You will sew your jeans entirely by hand.

Whataboutery 02: in conversation with Arnhem designers part of city centre exhibition

Installation Melati Suryodarmo

During State of Fashion 2024, from 17 May to 30 June, Museum Arnhem will show Melati Suryodarmo’s installation in Room ELF.

Opening exhibition Mounira Al Sohl and Asha Karami

Half Rhyme focuses on the question of how publications can bring people together and contribute to social discourse. Print as a catalyst for conversation and a platform for equal discussion. Mounira al Solh and Asha Karami are the third artist/poet duo to spend a working period within this project.

Queer Needlework Circle with Theodorus Johannes

For this workshop, everyone is invited to join in crafting a wearable quilt segment that can be attached together or worn on your own body. Bring your own fabrics, yarns, paints and stamps, textile markers, and other materials to decorate your piece.

Craftsklas (9 – 15 year): Milagros, Making Amulets with Marion Poortvliet

Lecture: The Linen Project through the eyes of Marieke van Mieghem

The Linen Project started in 2018 with a small field in the Openluchtmuseum in Arnhem. Through this project, we explore the possibility of locally cultivating one’s own textiles. We are now entering our seventh growing season. As we embark on our seventh growing season, Marieke van Mieghem, who has been involved since 2020, will share her journey with flax and linen and teach you the basics of spinning.

Craftsklas (9 – 15 year): Paper Weaving with Lena Winterink

This afternoon, you will be working with strips of paper in various colors to create beautiful weaving patterns. We will start by trying to follow a pattern, then we will let loose with our own ideas. You will learn about plain, twill, and satin weaves.

Masterclass: 3D Embroidery with Katja van der Steen

During this masterclass, we take our first steps into the art of 3D realistic flower embroidery, using the apple blossom as inspiration.

Craftsklas (9 – 15 year): Bead Embroidery with Vanessa Oostijen

Attention all lovers of prickly work! Your favorite shell, your most beautiful stone, or a secret letter: these treasures deserve your own handmade storage pouch. In this workshop, we will create these by embroidering beads onto two small pieces of felt, which we will then cut out and stitch together.

Lecture and Crafts with Bas Kosters

For several years now, Bas Kosters has been exploring societal and social issues through his work. The evening will begin with an introduction to his work and methodology, followed by an opportunity for you to create a small art patch/quilt that you can later sew onto your own clothing,

Whataboutery 03: in conversation with the five designers from the Open Call curated by FDFA

Get to know the designers selected through the Fashion and Design Festival Arnhem Open Call. In collaboration with Juni Mode Maand.

Whataboutery 05: in conversation with the designers from the Designing Integrity theme

Dive into the themes of Ties that Bind main exhibition. Curators Rachel Dedman & Louise Bennetts go into conversation with the artists part of the theme. Next up:Designing Integrity.

Whataboutery 06: TBC

Dive into the themes of Ties that Bind main exhibition. Curators Rachel Dedman & Louise Bennetts go into conversation with the artists part of the theme. Next up:

Whataboutery 07: The Fabric of Shelter: Hangama Amiri and Filwa Nazer

Dive into the themes of Ties that Bind main exhibition. Curators Rachel Dedman & Louise Bennetts go into conversation with the artists part of the theme. Next up: The Fabric of Shelter.

Masterclass: ‘Eyelet’ Embroidery, Techniques from Slovakia and Czech Republic with Sarah Pedlow

Sarah Pedlow has a keen interest in the craft techniques of the Balkans. During her many travels, she learned techniques from local experts, and during this class, she will share a lot of information from her research and travels in the Czech Republic and Slovakia in 2022.

Knits & Notes x Crafts Council Nederland x State of Fashion

Knits & Notes is renowned for their playful events where people come together and connect through crafts. Guided by music, stories, and inspiring talks, Knits & Notes welcomes makers of all ages.

Masterclass: Basics of Gold Embroidery with Hester Dennissen

Gold embroidery is widely used in fashion, both by machine and by hand. Over the years, many renowned designers have incorporated goldwork into their haute couture. Ever wondered how it’s done? In this masterclass, you’ll learn the basics of gold embroidery, an introduction to materials and techniques.

Craftsklas (9 – 15 year): Mini Quilt with Vanessa Oostijen

This afternoon, you’ll get hands-on with various fabrics, creating a small quilt. A quilt consists of layers of fabric with thicker material sewn in between, similar to your puffy winter jacket.

Community Dressing with Theodorus Johannes

During this informal evening centered around handcrafts, we will delve deeper into clothing and identity. Since 2020, Theodorus Johannes has been filming communities where regional attire is still worn. He explores what regional attire means in contemporary times and creates his own interpretations based on this knowledge.

Masterclass: Roses of the Bodice from Marken with Marcella van Oost

Marcella van Oost is an absolute specialist in Marker embroidery techniques. She conducted extensive research on-site and created a showcase with all the Marker embroidery she encountered during her research. Her showcase now has a length of almost twelve meters, and of course, it will be discussed and studied on this day.

Craftsklas (9 – 15 year): Textile Stamping with Marion Poortvliet

Masterclass: Japanse Sashiko with Selina Ben

Repairing is a wonderful way to practice hand sewing. It can extend the lifespan of our clothing and serves as a meditative practice to reconnect with our beloved garments. In this one-day course, you will learn how to creatively repair your favorite pair of jeans using various hand embroidery techniques.

Lecture: the Soft Power of Embroidery with Fatima Abbadi

Not many people are familiar with the history of clothing and textiles from the Middle East, particularly the rich and extensive tradition of textiles from Palestine and Jordan. This evening, Fatima Abbadi will guide you through this history, exploring the various styles from each region.

Masterclass: Beads and Sequins in Haute Couture with Marjolein van der Heide

Haute couture pieces are exclusively tailored and handmade using the finest fabrics and materials. On this day, you will work with beads, sequins, Swarovski crystals, and other sew-on stones.

Masterclass: Embroidering Moths and Night Butterflies with Merlijne Marell

In this masterclass, you will take the richness of shapes, colors, and patterns of the moth as a starting point to design your own moth. Merlijne will share her inspiration and methods with you and provide you with a palette of embroidery stitches. Through embroidery in various techniques and materials, you’ll give shape to a unique moth.

Plaatsmaken: Activation screenprinting installation Farah Fayyad

We are working with Plaatsmaken in the activation of Farah Fayyad’s screen-printing table. Plaatsmaken is located in the Fashion Quarter, here in Arnhem, and is a place where artists can work and exhibit.

Guided tour Saturday

Every Saturday morning from 11:00 to 12:00, there is a guided tour of State of Fashion 2024’s Ties that Bind exhibition.

Whataboutery 04: in conversation with the designers from the theme Dismantling Tradition

Dive into the themes of Ties that Bind main exhibition. Curators Rachel Dedman & Louise Bennetts go into conversation with the artists part of the theme. Next up: Dismantling Tradition.