SASHIKO FOR MAKING AND MENDING

Monday May 4, 2026 10am-5pm

• Sashiko is so much more than a stitch discipline, it’s a mindful practice which holds meaning, reflection, wellbeing and symbolism
• In a small group I invite you to explore this concept while gaining valuable skills to pursue pre-marked and free-hand sashiko techniques
• With a focus on process ahead of outcomes you may be delighted by what evolves
• Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery technique using simple, functional running stitches to create intricate geometric patterns, typically using white cotton thread on indigo-dyed fabric. Meaning “little stabs,” this durable, decorative needlework was historically used to strengthen, repair, and quilt clothing.

Join me at the large work table in my shop with a small group of like minded textile and hand craft enthusiasts for a day of sashiko stitching. We will commence with a brief history of the cultural significance and origins of this simple and functional running stitch. 

I have chosen to dedicate a full day to this humble stitch so we can go beyond the world of 'snap shot' learning and truly immerse ourselves in the practice, giving you the momentum to continue beyond this workshop. You will achieve sampling skills and the pleasure of repetition and have the opportunity to apply these skills to a small project as well as plan out and commence a mending task. I encourage you to bring along a garment or textile requiring a mend or reinforcement that has meaning to you or someone else. It could be a favourite pair of jeans, an heirloom tablecloth or any woven textile item.

This stitch method is not particularly suited to repairing of knits, so save that for a visible mending workshop.

COURSE INCLUDES REFERENCE MATERIALS, CRAFT SUPPLIES, LUNCH & REFRESHMENTS