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Valley Presbyterian Hospital Health Education Center
The presentation introduces the principles of traditional Japanese Sashiko, focusing on both its cultural background and practical foundations. We will learn what Sashiko is and how it developed as a meaningful hand-stitching practice rooted in everyday life in Japan. The lecture will explore the history of Sashiko, common styles and patterns, and the many ways Sashiko has been used—from mending and reinforcing textiles to creating functional and decorative pieces. Practical guidance will also be shared, including essential tools, materials, and how to choose appropriate fabric, needles, and threads for Sashiko. This presentation provides a thoughtful foundation for understanding Sashiko.
Valley Presbyterian Hospital - Health Education Center Library
12:00-4:00 Saturday, 10-4:00 Sunday
On Saturday, Sanae will teach an introduction to sashiko: its history, uses, tools and techniques. Participants will learn how to make the sashiko stitch and practice it. On Sunday, a mini hanafukin (kitchen cloth) will be designed and participants will have time to work on their projects.
There is a $50 materials fee payable to the instructor at the workshop.
The materials provided will include:
Two Sashiko threads (colors: indigo/royal blue and red, 40m each)
Two Sashiko needles (sizes: 1 15/16" and 2 5/8")
Takeda Sarashi natural cotton cloth (14" x 14")
Heat-erasable rollerball pen
Japanese hand-sewing needle
Cotton sewing thread
Handout
Participants will also need:
6-inch 1/8" graph ruler
Small hand-sewing snip scissors
Iron (not everyone needs to bring an iron--Sanae will have one, and if another couple of people bring one, that will be plenty)
Valley Presbyterian Hospital - Health Education Center Library
12:00-4:00 Saturday, 10-4:00 Sunday
On Saturday, Sanae will teach an introduction to sashiko: its history, uses, tools and techniques. Participants will learn how to make the sashiko stitch and practice it. On Sunday, a mini hanafukin (kitchen cloth) will be designed and participants will have time to work on their projects.
There is a $50 materials fee payable to the instructor at the workshop.
The materials provided will include:
Two Sashiko threads (colors: indigo/royal blue and red, 40m each)
Two Sashiko needles (sizes: 1 15/16" and 2 5/8")
Takeda Sarashi natural cotton cloth (14" x 14")
Heat-erasable rollerball pen
Japanese hand-sewing needle
Cotton sewing thread
Handout
Participants will also need:
6-inch 1/8" graph ruler
Small hand-sewing snip scissors
Iron (not everyone needs to bring an iron--Sanae will have one, and if another couple of people bring one, that will be plenty)
Sarah Troedson will teach beginners how to weave a scarf on a rigid heddle loom. Each participant will be provided with a rigid heddle loom and yarn to use during the workshop, and will get to go home with their very own handwoven scarf! Sign up through EventBrite:
https://Weave-a-Scarf-June2026.eventbrite.com
@ Michelle R‘s home , Zoom link upon request at caricole_98@yahoo.com