We had many a hilarious moment thanks to Johan and Hanaa. The ladies attending this workshop are all members of SWEPA, a biz network that helps women entreprenuers and it also plays an active role in the community. The morning hours flew by as we tried out the various features in Facebook, guided by our two trainers. It was an exciting learning experience under the capable tutelage of b
oth the young gentlemen. We will soon be tweetering once we get more familiar with it.
oth the young gentlemen. We will soon be tweetering once we get more familiar with it.Sunday afternoon saw a few of us gathering at 1Borneo shopping mall where a handicraft exhibition featuring Malaysian batik and handicraft was showcased.
The beautiful batik designs and the striking colours of the baju kurung ( a traditional costume favored by Muslim ladies ) attracted many women shoppers. There was also a good range of b
atik shirts for men. Creativity was the hallmark of the modern designs of the batik. Some of the colour schemes were arresting and there were a few elegant designs. A fashion show brought out the beauty of t
he batik, so very different from the traditional designs of yesteryears.
atik shirts for men. Creativity was the hallmark of the modern designs of the batik. Some of the colour schemes were arresting and there were a few elegant designs. A fashion show brought out the beauty of t
he batik, so very different from the traditional designs of yesteryears.The handicraft stalls featured beaded necklaces in the distinctive local patterns, the traditional gongs, parangs ( short or longish knives ), woven boxes and placements, small baskets to house trinkets, larger ones for fruit, sma
ll souvenirs, etc. There was also a loom with the weavers demonstrating their art.
ll souvenirs, etc. There was also a loom with the weavers demonstrating their art.
We made some purchases and called it a day.
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