This is an introduction to sashiko stitching.

Class will begin with a brief history to learn about the heart of sashiko and a

demonstration of the Japanese hand sewing technique, unshin. Students will select a pattern to transfer onto cloth using stencils.

Students will then sashiko stitch a cotton square with white cotton thread. If interested, students can also use sashiko patterns and tracing paper to transfer onto the square.

 

Date: Saturday February 21, 2026

Time: 9:00AM - 12:00PM

Address: Mōʻiliʻili Community Center Room 105

2535 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96826

 

SEATS ARE LIMITED

 

Participation fee: $70
Supply Fee: $5

*Supplies Provided for $5 fee:

• One 10"-12" cotton square
• Cotton Thread
• Embroidery needle
• White pencil for fabric marking

 

 

Please bring:

• Scissors to Cut Thread

  Optional:

• Needle Threader (if you use it)

• Hand-held Pencil Sharpener, optional Circle Template (2" diameter), optional

• If using sashiko paper patterns, please bring:

• Ball Point Pen (Dry, if available) to transfer Straight Edge (eg. 12" Ruler)

• Dressmaker Pins (a few)