Sashiko is a traditional Japanese running stitch used to mend and strengthen textiles and clothing, as well as creating decorative patterns. Learn the history and basics of Japanese sashiko stitching and apply it to embellish a tea towel in this 90 minute workshop.
You will learn how to work with sashiko needles and thread and sew a running stitch. Each student will take home a set of sashiko needles, thread, and tea towel.
This workshop is for sewers of all levels, from beginners to experienced. I love the simplicity, flexibility and meditative practice of sashiko and how it may be adapted to many applications, and I have been really enjoying sharing this with others!
This class will take place at Monster. Our address is 1716 NW Market Street, Seattle, WA 98107. It's at the intersection of 17th and NW Market Street - kitty corner from Mighty-O Donuts.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before class begins.
If you cannot attend class for any reason, we will offer an exchange to another class currently on our schedule up to 48 hours before the class. After that time, no refunds or exchanges are issued out of respect for our teachers who purchase and prepare supplies based on the number of attendees.
Our current Covid protocol is that anyone attending an event can email us at Info@monstermonster.shop to let us know they prefer that people wear masks up to 72 hours before the event begins. Your request is anonymous to all the other participants.
Attendees will receive an email before the class to let them know If we will be requiring masks be worn.
About the Instructor
Sherry Koyama is the founder and designer of women's clothing line Harumi K. She has degrees in art and psychology, and a pattern making and fashion design certification from Apparel Arts. She serves on the Board of Directors with Dress for Success Seattle and volunteers for Impact 100. In her free time, she enjoys baking, being active, traveling, and playing with her cats.