Vernissage
Exhibition on the theme
WATER
Drop by Drop, the Lake fills up
Every year, the Kulturort Garnlager invites embroiderers from all over the world to design an embroidery on a given theme and submit it for the autumn exhibition. This platform enables artists to present their work and draw attention to important issues at the same time.
The Embroidery for Peace Event, which took place for the 10th time this year at Zürcher Stalder AG, was originally initiated by a Swedish embroidery group. The slow, meditative activity of hand embroidery stands in contrast to our hectic, modern society and in particular to the fast fashion industry, which is characterised by the waste of resources and exploitation.
With their skilful embroidery, the participants set an example for mindfulness, slowing down and a sustainable way of life. This year’s theme ‘Water – Drop by Drop the Lake fills up’ picks up on this message. It is a reminder that small, regular efforts can have a big impact – similar to embroidery, where every single stitch contributes to the finished work.
This Turkish proverb ‘Drop by drop, the lake fills up’ emphasises the importance of patience, perseverance and diligence – values that are central to both craftsmanship and everyday life.
Exhibition Embroideries for Peace 2024
The exhibition of the finished embroideries for peace will take place from
20 October – 10 November 2024 at the Kulturort Garnlager.
You are cordially invited to the vernissage on Sunday, 20 October 2024 at 2.00 pm!
Feel free to share your visit on social media with the hashtag #Friedenssticken to spread the message for a more peaceful and just world.
