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Come and learn the traditional Japanese mending embroidery method of Sashiko and Boro stitching- to fix and revive your damaged or old clothing...

Sashiko means "little stabs" in Japanese or "little pierce" and is a form of decorative reinforcement stitching that started out of practical need during the Edo era (1615-1868) in Japan. Traditionally used to reinforce points of wear or to repair worn places or tears with patches, making the piece ultimately stronger and warmer.

Worn out clothes were pieced together to make new garments by using simple running stitches. These clothes increased their strength with this durable embroidery.

Boro is very close to Sashiko, both use white thread on indigo, and both are mending techniques, but boro, meaning “rags” or “tattered cloth,” refers to textiles that have been patched many times, giving a far less structured effect. This sturdy method makes both Boro and Sashiko perfect for mending denim.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Session 1: Saturday 28th June
Two hours 3pm - 5pm

You will be given an introduction to the traditional Japanese method of mending- using Sashiko and Boro embroidery, using beautiful fabrics as patches to fix any holes in your clothing and to create beautiful traditional designs.

You will have a range of stencils to choose from to outline your Sashiko design on your clothing or fabric. And our friendly tutor will give you design suggestions on how to layer up your patches, to give that authentic Japanese Boro effect.

Session 2: Saturday 12th July
Two hours 3pm - 5pm

This will be the opportunity to bring in an item of clothing to apply these techniques. This works partially well on denim and cottons.

During this session, we will work on design ideas and stitch techniques learnt from workshop 1.

This will be a hand sewing class, so no need to be a pro on the sewing machine! Which means you will be able to learn the techniques and continue to fix your clothing in the comfort of your own home.

Level: suitable for complete beginners.

Price includes all materials

All workshop sessions will be held at Ewe Wool Shop, 11 Stamford Walk, Stamford, Lincolnshire PE9 2JE.

Be inspired. Come and join us at Ewe!

Cancellation policy
A full refund of payment for a class will be given for cancellations only if another student can fill the spot. Please be considerate. We reserve the right to cancel a class in unusual circumstances. We try to avoid this wherever possible, but sometimes it cannot be avoided. In this situation, of course, a full refund will be given.