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Home to an eclectic array of
serendipitous finds including interesting lifestyle items, art pieces
and attractive handicrafts made by our beneficiaries, the Metta Shop is
set up to promote unique artefacts and craftworks with a social mission
in mind.
We welcome retailers to
partner with us on consignment bases. All our proceeds are
channelled to fund Metta's welfare services and programmes for the
needy.
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Support our
beneficiaries' artistic capabilities by purchasing their handmade
creations! |
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Artist's Profile |
A beneficiary from the Metta Home Day Activity Centre, Leong
Pak Wan, 45, finds his niche in expressing his thoughts and
creativity through handicraft making taught at the centre.
Characterised by rich
colours and fine details, his artworks reveal his
buoyant perspective. Despite being intellectually
challenged and stricken with epilepsy and diabetes, Pak
Wan sports a cheerful and endearing personality. |
Beaded Handicrafts
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From $20 |
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Artist's Profile |
Capable of training and enhancing one’s sensory
perception, arts and crafts are extremely therapeutic for people
with intellectual disability.
A beneficiary at the Metta Day Activity
Centre for the Intellectually Disabled, Lim Chin Buay, 31,
has achieved adept eye-hand coordination through her
penchant for clay art.
From rolling to cutting, shaping to colouring,
she takes on every aspect with much zest and dexterity. |
Clay
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Magnets - from $2;
Stationery holders - from $8 |
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Artist's Profile |
Struck with left-sided stroke, David was initially withdrawn and
depressed. Having undergone rehabilitative programmes at the
Metta Day Rehabilitation Centre for the Elderly since July 2004,
he no longer relies on a walking aid.
Making Terry Pets has also
helped him to improve his motor reflexes and self esteem as
his handicrafts are sold to raise funds for the centre.
Visibly happier, David often encourages his peers and
participates in social activities. |
Terry Pets |
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$2 each (miniature ones only) |
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Thank you for your interest! There are no items
available currently. |
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Thank you for your interest!
Handicrafts made by our students and alumni are marketed under the
Volunteers & Alumni Department (see below). If you have a recital
opportunity for any of our
performing arts group, please contact Ms Felicia Wee at
6580 4688. |
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Volunteers & Alumni |
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Artists' Profile |
Felt
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With help from the Metta Welfare Association, Metta School
alumni learn to direct their energies to creative and productive
endeavours after their graduation.
Other than securing gainful
employment, they can continue their mastery of the arts
under an extended learning environment.
There are currently 15
members who are participating actively in handicraft making,
pottery, batik painting, gamelan, classical Indian and Chinese
orchestras together with their juniors. |
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$3
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| Artist's Profile |
A highly accomplished art form in Java and Bali, batik entails
the use of resist techniques in dyeing processes, whereby parts
of fabrics are covered with melted wax or paraffin to prevent
colour penetration.
Drawn to the deep,
rich colours and the challenge of achieving precision in its
application, Metta School alumnus Siti Hadibah has produced
captivating artworks for multiple luminaries despite her
learning disability.
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Batik Prints |
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From
$30 |
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Extremely effective in developing spatial intelligence,
creativity and patience, pottery was introduced as a
co-curricular activity in the Metta School in 2003.
Since then, Chua Jin Shun
has found immense joy in creating interesting works, while
harnessing focus and perseverance that alleviates his
learning disability.
Now 20, he remains an active
member of the Metta School alumni, guiding his juniors in
mastering the art. |
Pottery |
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Small - $3 / Medium -
$8 / Large - $12 |
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