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Intermediate
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58 min 52 sec
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Taught by Lisa Solomon
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Learn how one stitch can provide you with inspiration for a lifetime of creative practice. Using the running stitch as a base, mixed media artist Lisa Solomon shows you the Japanese tradition of sashiko stitching as well as a plethora of ideas for creative and practical use. You’ll learn how to work with traditional patterns (or make your own designs based on a grid layout) to make decorative pieces or mend and patch garments. No matter the method you choose, you’ll find that sashiko is a great way to slow down and stitch with intention, creating beauty from simplicity.
Learn how to:
What you'll get:
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Woven fabric scraps for practicing or garments for mending
- Embroidery or crochet thread (Lisa prefers sashiko thread by Olympus)
- Sashiko or embroidery needle
- Thimbles
- Fabric marker or marking chalk
- Clear ruler
- Cardboard (if making templates)
- Scissors
- Class PDF for pattern examples
Downloads:
- Work with sashiko needle and thread
- Load needle with fabric for stitching
- Sew a basic running stitch with consistently spaced stitches
- Create traditional and new patterns for stitching
- Patch and mend clothing using basic stitches
What you'll get:
- Step-by-step expert instruction on how to do sashiko stitching and use it to make decorative pieces or mend garments
- 7 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
- Detailed supplies list
- The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students
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Sashiko Sewing Reviews
1033 users recommended this class to a friend
Ann Woods
clear, informative and helpful
May 13
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Terri
Fun and easy ideas for patching clothing and decorative stitching! And Lisa is so energetic and engaging! Thanks!
May 11
1
Laura Snowden
The class was very encouraging. I've done a couple of patches without formal instruction and this class has opened up the Sashiko stitching world to me. Thank you Lisa for a very informative and comprehensive class.
May 7, 2025
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