In these classes, we will explore the ancientand still popularneedle art of sashiko. Sashiko started out as crudemending, but soon developed into a complex and highly symbolic style of folk hand embroidery. It relies exclusively onthe humble running stitch, making it accessible to beginning stitchers, while also offering a creative challenge to
experienced needle workers. The rhythmic, quiet stitching is perfect for stitching in community and can feel almostmeditative.
Each 3-hour session will focus on one pattern. This time should allow everyone to complete small sample, suitable toframe, to use as a mending patch, or to turn into a coaster. Experienced stitchers will have time to experiment withdifferent color and scale options.
The first three sessions are stand-alone, so that you can take any (or all) of them with no previous experience. Thefourth will require experience with at least one sashiko pattern.
Session 1 Rice Flower
Session 2Persimmon Flower
Session 3Woven Tortoiseshell
Session 4 Sashiko for Visible Mending
Session 5 – Arrow Feather
Session 6 – Coins
What you will need for the first 3 sessions:
All supplies are available for purchase in the store. Students receive 10% off any supplies purchased for class.
Solid-colored cotton, linen, or cotton-linen blend (at least 6 square)
Chalk pencil or disappearing pen
Quilters ruler
Sashiko needle
Sashiko thimble
Sashiko thread
Scissors or snips
What you will need for the 4 th session, in addition to the above list:
Something to mendthis should be woven (not knit)such as jeans, a shirt, or a tote bag
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