Sashiko Embroidery
Learn Sashiko embroidery from interdisciplinary artist, Mai Ide! Choose below from our upcycling series or Sashiko 101 for beginners.
Upcycling with Sashiko
This beginner‐friendly workshop teaches participants how to transform old denim garments into functional aprons, enhanced with Sashiko stitching and vintage emblems or patches. Participants must have basic machine sewing skills.
Learn about sustainable design practices through denim upcycling.
Learn construction techniques for heavier weight fabrics.
Explore Sashiko stitching as decorative reinforcement.
This no experience needed workshop teaches participants how to do Sashiko embroidery as a means to repair and mend fibers.
Learn about sustainable design practices through mending.
Learn hand sewing techniques for items that need repair.
Explore Sashiko mending as reflection practice.