In our Sashiko Mending class, you will learn about this beautiful, ancient Japanese embroidery technique which was originally developed to strengthen quilts and kimonos, repair holes, and lengthen the life of textiles. Sashiko, which translates to “little stabs”, traditionally uses white cotton thread on dark blue indigo-dyed fabric. A single running stitch is used to create lovely geometric patterns that can be used to decorate fabric or reinforce ripped denim, sewn by hand. You will learn how to properly execute this running stitch, and transfer geometric designs onto indigo-dyed linen. Our instructor will guide you in the creation of your own sashiko design sampler. Once everyone has the technique down, you will learn how to apply this sashiko technique to your ripped jeans in order to repair and reinforce areas where the denim has torn or frayed.
Supplies Needed: None! All fabric, thread, and sashiko needles are provided for you to keep. For extra credit, we strongly encourage you to bring a pair of ripped jeans to repair!