Meet My Craftsman

Choosing a baby’s name is both an art and a science. Consultant Sam Fu will be sharing how Chinese parents can read their family almanac and select meaningful names for their newborn using birth dates, five-element theory, and family heritage.

Join Goh Yau Kee, a veteran calligrapher for over 40 years, as he demonstrates how newborn names can be transformed into elegant works of art with some graceful brushstrokes, and takes you through a hands-on experience of crafting and painting a timeless calligraphy art.

Yi Bua (薏粑) is a traditional Hainanese kueh made from glutinous rice flour and filled with a fragrant mix of grated coconut, ginger, and crushed peanuts. Commonly prepared for a baby’s full month celebration, it is gifted to friends and relatives as a symbol of family joy and blessings. Meet Jocelyn Loi and learn how each fold and filling carries love, tradition, and meaning.

In Hokkien tradition, the child celebrates his or her first birthday or Zhua Zhou (抓周) by stepping on a ka ta kueh (咔嗒粿) and selecting a symbolic object which hints at their future profession. The act of stepping on the kueh signifies "踏实" (or treading firmly on life’s path), wishing the child a grounded, stable, and successful future. Get hands-on and create your own ka ta kueh in this session and share sweet blessings!

Breakages happen, whether in pottery or in life. Transform your once-broken pottery into a golden masterpiece as Kintsugi Artist Winnie Wong takes you through a hands-on session covering repairs, philosophy and art. It is not about hiding the cracks, but owning them—because sometimes, a second chance makes things more interesting than they were to begin with.

For many new mothers, a well-fitted saree offers both elegance and ease during postpartum recovery. Meet Supramaniam Danam, who has spent decades stitching, altering, and customising sarees for women across generations. From choosing breathable fabrics to perfecting pleats, join this hands-on session to find the saree style that suits you best!

Got a chou chou or old stuffed toy which needs some tender loving care? Give them a second life as they go under the expert knife of toy “Doctor” Jane Cher

Bengkung belly binding is a traditional Malay postpartum practice where long cloths are wrapped tightly around a mother’s abdomen after childbirth. Passed down through generations, it helps support healing, realign organs, and relieve backaches. Watch belly binder Ally Vijay skilfully demonstrate this time-honoured practice with precision and respect in a one-of-kind experience.