Introduction to Sashiko Embroidery
Wed 28 Jul
|The Good Stitch
Learn this traditional Japanese embroidery technique, no experience required. All materials supplied to make your own decorated lavender bag.


Time & Location
28 Jul 2021, 14:00 – 16:30
The Good Stitch, 117 George V Ave, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing BN11 5SA, UK
About the Event
Sashiko is the Japanese form of embroidery used to strengthen & repair worn textiles. It translates as ‘little stab’ and is a meditative way to engage your hands & mind.
In this two and a half hour workshop, you will learn about the history & significance of the different sashiko embroidery patterns while creating them with needle & thread in linen fabric.
Liz will demonstrate how to make the running stitch that forms the basis of sashiko, as well as lots of tips & tricks to make your gorgeous embroidery. You don’t need any experience of embroidery or hand stitching. Choose a pattern or two to stitch & you’ll be shown how to transfer it onto your fabric. If you wish, you can make a lavender bag from your sashiko piece, for which lavender will be provided. Or continue exploring further patterns to take home, perhaps to stitch into a…
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