Sashiko Embroidery - 4 Week Course
Sashiko is a simple but beautiful form of Japanese embroidery. Learn the techniques on this 4 week Saturday course starting on 6th April at Leith Makers!
About Sashiko Embroidery - 4 Week Course
Sashiko (traslated as ‘little stabs’) is a simple but beautiful form of Japanese embroidery. Thought to have originated in 17th Century Japanese, Sashiko was originally used as a way to strengthen fabric layers to make them more durable.
More recently it has been used to create stunning textile pieces , the patterns adding both texture and beauty to plain fabrics. It is perfect for upcycling fabrics in truly breathtaking new ways.
Once you have learned Sashiko techniques you will learn how satisfying it is as well as being incredibly multi-functional. It can be applied to a range of useful and ornamental items for the home as well as accessories and gifts.
The Sashiko workshop will be split into 3 hour classes and will run over 4 Saturdays (note dates carefully - there is a one week break in the course).
The participants will learn about the principles and techniques of Sashiko .
The workshop will cover:
the principles and techniques of Sashiko
tools and materials , and pattern transferring equipment
preparing fabric for your designs
Moyouzashi - pattern sashiko
Hitomezashi - one stitch sashiko
the various ways to transfer your pattern onto fabric .
The final result will be a panel (or panels) you have designed which can then be made into a cushion cover, table runner or tote bag .
Materials will be included, although feel free to bring along any particular fabric you would like to work on .
Suitability: Beginner up, 18+
What we provide: All materials*, & tea and coffee (*if you want to upcycle a particular fabric, please bring it along).
Workshop Details:
Saturdays 1pm-4pm (April 6,13,20; May 4)
Instructor: Sherri Conn
Sherri is passionate about restoration and re-use, and has worked as a professional restorer for over 12 years. She has also run workshops in her field for many years, in Scotland and overseas. In addition to Sashiko, Sherri also teaches the Japanese art of Kintsugi, a method of ceramics restoration that highlights imperfections rather than hiding them.
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