Jalli Doozi: Embroidery Workshop

Join exhibiting artist Tamana for an introduction to Jalli Doozi, a form of Hazara embroidery constructed through the geometry of an open grid. Working with thread and square mesh, participants will learn how repeated stitches gradually form intricate geometric and decorative patterns.

Tamana will introduce the basic technique and guide participants in creating their own small embroidered piece. This workshop will focus on the relationship between pattern, repetition and handwork, and how a simple grid can become the foundation for a highly detailed textile design.

All materials provided.

This workshop is suitable for all levels. Beginners welcome.

Ages

Suitable for ages 16+

Cost

$35 per person + booking fee

When

Saturday, 24 October | 2pm- 4pm

About the Facilitator

Tamana was born in Kabul, Afghanistan, and graduated from Sorya High School in 2013. In 2020, she received a BFA scholarship from Beaconhouse National University in Lahore, Pakistan. Following the fall of the Afghan government to the Taliban in 2021, Tamana was forced to leave her homeland. Her scholarship, supported by the South Asia Foundation, enabled her to continue her education abroad. Tamana eventually moved to Australia, where she is now pursuing her studies at RMIT University.

Tamana’s artistic practice centers on beads, textiles, and drawing, inspired by her childhood experiences with crafts. In her community, beads and embroidery hold dual significance: as a source of modest financial support for women and as tools for adding beauty to everyday life. Through her work, Tamana explores the expressive potential of these materials, using them to convey her ideas and perspectives as a woman, giving a distinct voice to her visual narratives.

Tamana’s work is currently showing as part of Chogh چوغ at Bundoora Homestead until 24 October.

Join us in the Café!

Our Café is open, offering a variety of light refreshments including pastries, soup, scones, cakes and coffee. It is open from 11am-3pm and the perfect place to grab a bite after your class.

Bundoora Homestead would like to offer workshop participants a $10 coffee + scone special at our café as part of this program. Show your ticket at the café counter to redeem this offer.

Getting here

— Venue is wheelchair accessible – disabled parking available (2 spaces); entry via ramp at main entrance

— Free car parking available (40 spaces) via onsite car park

— Bike parking also available

— Tram route 86, stop number 63 (Greenwood Drive) + approx 6 min (550m) walk. This tram stop is accessible.

In the interest of caring for the health and well-being of other attendees, please do not attend if you feel unwell, even if your symptoms are mild.

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About Us

Please note we are a cash-free venue.

Bundoora Homestead Art Centre is the public art gallery for the City of Darebin, on Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country. It is a centre for contemporary art, ideas, a public garden and café, housed in a Queen Anne style mansion.

Opening hours: Wed- Fri: 11am–4pm

Saturday: 10am–4pm

Contact us via bundoorahomestead@darebin.vic.gov.au for any queries.

Terms and Conditions

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Please note: general photography and short videos (for social media) will be recorded at this event for promotional use only and to document this event internally. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a member of staff know once you arrive.

Image credit: Tamana, 2026