Saturday, June 8, 2013, 10am-3pm
INTERMEDIATE SASHIKO: TOTE BAG DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
with Miho Takeuchi
About Sashiko: Sashiko is a form of Japanese folk embroidery using the simple running stitches to create a patterned background. The geomtric patterns include straight or curved lines of stitching arranged in a repeating pattern. The Japanese word sashiko means little stabs or running stitches and refers to the small stitches used in this form of needlework. Originally, sashiko was used as a form of darning to repair or add strength to worn areas of clothing, or to create insulated double-layer coats.
Sashiko provided such a practical purpose of strengthening and giving warmth to homespun fabrics. This simple running stitch was born from the necessity of conserving and repairing garments at a time when cloth was not so widely available to farmers and fishermen. Their wives made sashiko items at home especially in long winter time when outside works were limited. Once garments were well worn to the point of looking like a rag, good part of every garments were cut out, and pieced and patch worked to make a new garment. It was an inherited skill taught at a young age and the skill was judged as to their suitability for marriage.
The Workshop: Nowadays, sashiko is used for surface embellishment and decorative purposes. Due to its beauty and durability it has become an art form that is very popular with quilters. Bring your own design that you would like to transfer onto a fabric and stitch Sashiko. The design could be a flower, geometric pattern, Chinese characters or your own creation. A few Sashiko design will be included in the materials kit, to help you with your design. Instructor will show you step-by-step instruction of transferring and stitching, answering questions and giving out tips and suggestions in this one-day class. You will finish stitching at home and turn it into a tote bag.
Workshop Notes: Please read the class policies before registering for this workshop. You may bring a lunch or purchase one at one of the coffee shops or cafes near the museum. There is a parking lot behind the museum that is available only on weekends. We suggest you park there, as street parking is limited to two hours. If you are not familiar with this parking lot, click here for details.
FEE: $35 members/$40 non-members
A materials fee of $36 will be collected at the workshop.
This workshop is limited to 10 students, so register early!
Click here for the supply list and information on materials.
Sashiko provided such a practical purpose of strengthening and giving warmth to homespun fabrics. This simple running stitch was born from the necessity of conserving and repairing garments at a time when cloth was not so widely available to farmers and fishermen. Their wives made sashiko items at home especially in long winter time when outside works were limited. Once garments were well worn to the point of looking like a rag, good part of every garments were cut out, and pieced and patch worked to make a new garment. It was an inherited skill taught at a young age and the skill was judged as to their suitability for marriage.
The Workshop: Nowadays, sashiko is used for surface embellishment and decorative purposes. Due to its beauty and durability it has become an art form that is very popular with quilters. Bring your own design that you would like to transfer onto a fabric and stitch Sashiko. The design could be a flower, geometric pattern, Chinese characters or your own creation. A few Sashiko design will be included in the materials kit, to help you with your design. Instructor will show you step-by-step instruction of transferring and stitching, answering questions and giving out tips and suggestions in this one-day class. You will finish stitching at home and turn it into a tote bag.
Workshop Notes: Please read the class policies before registering for this workshop. You may bring a lunch or purchase one at one of the coffee shops or cafes near the museum. There is a parking lot behind the museum that is available only on weekends. We suggest you park there, as street parking is limited to two hours. If you are not familiar with this parking lot, click here for details.
FEE: $35 members/$40 non-members
A materials fee of $36 will be collected at the workshop.
This workshop is limited to 10 students, so register early!
Click here for the supply list and information on materials.
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