JAPANESE EMBROIDERY WORKSHOP: INTRO TO SASHIKO STITCHING

Use running stitches to create accents and all over design to embellish your clothing and textile projects. 

Sashiko, meaning Little Pokes, Little Stabs or Small Piercing, is a form of functional embroidery that can both decorate and strengthen textiles. This style originated in Japan, and is an evolution of the 18 century sewing style invented by farmers and the working class, called Boro, which has gained popularity in recent years in the West. We will talk about the difference of cultural appropriation and appreciation, drawing our inspiration from this heritage technique and meditative task. This workshop is taught by Japanese American artist, River Takada, who grew up splitting time between Carrboro and Tokyo.

Max Capacity: 15 people

All ages and levels welcome. Not sewing experience necessary.

Materials: Students are encouraged to bring something to sew on and embellish. Templates, Rulers and drawing utensils (fabric chalk pencils) will be provided for the group to share. Optional $10 supply kit available - 1 Sewing needle, Japanese Thread, Hand dyed swatch of Indigo Cotton for samples.

Cost: $40 per person ($50 including sewing kit)

Date: November 19th, 12-3pm at Peel Gallery