Product Description
Hand stitch your way to calm with traditional Japanese Sashiko
Discover the beauty and mindfulness of traditional Japanese Sashiko stitching in this 4-hour hands-on workshop. Suitable for beginners and experienced sewists alike, the class focuses on the decorative and practical art of Sashiko — a technique originally used to reinforce or mend fabric, now celebrated for its striking geometric designs and meditative stitching process.
With class sizes limited to 10 students, you’ll enjoy plenty of personal guidance as you learn to transfer and hand-stitch the elegant Sakura (Cherry Blossom) motif onto cloth. At the end of the session, you’ll take home your completed sample, which can later be used to create a cushion cover, small bag, or other handmade item of your choosing.
All tools and materials are provided in a convenient zip-up kit — yours to keep — and we’ll keep you going with free tea, coffee, and biscuits throughout.
Course Details
- Class Date: 11 July 2025, 10:00am - 4:00pm
- Class Size: Limited to 10 students
- Skill Level: Suitable for all sewing experience levels
What You’ll Learn
Throughout the course, you’ll learn:
- A brief introduction to the history and purpose of Sashiko stitching
- How to transfer a traditional Sakura pattern onto fabric using a chalk pencil
- Techniques for neat, consistent hand stitching using white Perle cotton
- Best practices for preparing your stitched sample for use in a future project
Requirements
There’s no need to bring anything—just come along with your curiosity and creativity. This workshop is designed to be welcoming, relaxed, and social. It’s a great opportunity to meet like-minded people and try something new in a friendly and inspiring environment.
Tools and Supplies Provided
Every participant receives a complete Sashiko kit in a zip-up bag, including:
- Sashiko needle and needle threader
- Sakura (Cherry Blossom) stitching template
- Chalk pencil and pencil sharpener
- Reel of white Perle cotton thread
- 16" square of dark blue cotton fabric
- 16" square of wadding for backing
Everything you need to complete your stitched sample is included and yours to keep for future projects —just bring your enthusiasm, and creative spirit!. Complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits will also be provided to keep you fuelled up.
Why Take This Class?
If you’re craving a creative pause in your busy life, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to slow down and connect with your hands. Sashiko is more than just a decorative stitching technique — it’s a mindful practice rooted in centuries of Japanese textile tradition.
This class is ideal for anyone who wants to:
- Learn a heritage craft with timeless appeal
- Enjoy the meditative benefits of slow, hand-stitched sewing
- Explore a new technique to incorporate into future textile or mending projects
- Spend time with a small group of like-minded makers in a welcoming, relaxed setting
Whether you’re completely new to hand sewing or an experienced stitcher looking to expand your repertoire, you’ll leave the workshop with new skills, your own beautifully stitched Sakura sample, and the confidence to explore Sashiko further at home.
By booking a class or workshop, you agree to the terms outlined in our Cancellation Policy. Thank you for your support, we look forward to quilting with you soon!
