Introduction to Sashiko with Carol May

Sashiko, (literally translated as “little stabs”) is a style of hand stitching developed in northern Japan hundreds of years ago.  Initially, a purely practical method of strengthening and increasing the warmth of workers’ clothing by using a simple hand sewn running stitch, sashiko eventually became more decorative by including designs into the stitiching. During the past century, appreciation of sashiko has spread throughout the world and is now considered an artform in and of itself. In addition to the continued use of sashiko to reinforce or embellish clothing, it is also used for wall hangings, quilts, tablecloths, and other household items.  

Students will learn about the sashiko’s history, tools and materials used, and different kinds of traditional designs.  Students will make a sashiko thimble, practice the running stitch, and create one or more designs on linen, traditional sashiko fabric, and/or denim.   

• Students are to bring their own lunches 

Materials Fee: $30 To be paid directly to instructor on the day of the class.

Included Materials will include:

-sashiko needles

-sashiko thread

-pre-printed fabric

-thrifted cotton or linen shirt 

-printed handouts

This class is for Ages 12 to adult.

Class will be limited to 8 students.

Host or Publisher Humble Oak Folk School