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In-Person: Hand Sewing Sashiko

Tortoise Shell (Beginner Level)

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

Learn about Sashiko, the  hand sewing is a Japanese style hand sewing technique using the simple running stitch.  Beautiful designs are created when stitches are applied layer by layer and a pattern emerges. Learn step by step how to mark and hand sew to form the geometric design.  Suggested pre-requisite: basic hand sewing skills.  

The Tortoise Shell pattern is a beginner pattern which will showcase the running stitch and Kuguri-sashi weaving.

We provide  materials and fabric for your first time taking this class. If you choose to bring your own fabric and notions, the suggested materials are:

• 1- 5" Square Fabric or fat quarter (Solid color, quilting cotton or linen-cotton blend fabric)
• Up to 2 colors of Sashiko Thread --may be substituted with Pearl Cotton thread Size 8  or Embroidery Thread (separated into 4 strands)  in a contrast color from solid color fabric square
• Ruler
• fabric marking pen or marker that is water-soluble or heat-erasable/ 2 colors of Frixion heat erasable marker is recommended
• embroidery, crewel, or sashiko needle
• needle threader
• scissors
  
  

Class Duration: 2 hours 
Age Requirements: 13 - Adult
Recommended Prerequisite: Sewing: Basic hand sewing
Required Skills: Participants must be able to thread a needle, hand sew using the running stitch
Materials Fee: None
Out of District Fee: $10 (includes class and materials fees)

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