Sasol China’s Handicraft Club Produced Tie-dyeing with the Seniors
As the traditional Chinese solar term ‘Chu Shu’ arrives, marking the end of the hot and humid season, Sasol China’s Handicraft Club, in collaboration with the Amity Foundation, organized a unique cultural event at the Haolaiwu Senior Home. Held on the afternoon of 24 August 2024, the event featured an intangible cultural heritage activity—a tie-dyeing workshop that brought together the elderly residents of the senior home and Sasol employees and their families.
The workshop, hosted by Sasol China’s Handicraft Club, was designed as an intergenerational experience to preserve and promote traditional Chinese crafts. Parents and children worked alongside the elderly residents to create beautiful tie-dyed fabrics, a craft that has been passed down through generations in China.
The event aimed not only to showcase the beauty and skill of traditional tie-dyeing but also to promote the values of respect, care, support, and assistance for the elderly, aligning with the Chinese cultural emphasis on filial piety and community care.
“By engaging in this hands-on activity, we hope to foster a sense of community and mutual respect,” said Qin Zhang, the event organizer. “It’s a small step toward raising awareness about the importance of caring for our elders and preserving our cultural heritage.”
The workshop was warmly received by both families and elders, who expressed delight in learning a new skill while contributing to a meaningful cause. The colorful tie-dyed creations will serve as a reminder of the day’s activities, the rich cultural traditions of China, and the importance of caring for seniors in our aging society.
This event highlights ongoing efforts to keep traditional Chinese crafts alive and to integrate them into modern life, ensuring that the wisdom of the past continues to enrich the present and future generations.
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