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SILENT WAVE
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In-Person Workshop
A complete Introduction to Sashiko
History, Techniques, Patterns, and Hands-On Stitching
Next date : Saturday, 13th of September 2025
Sign-ups are open until 12th of September
What makes this workshop different
This is not a “quick craft class.” It’s a complete introduction to Sashiko as a technique and tradition.
Together, we’ll explore:
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The history and cultural context of Sashiko.
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The materials — which fabrics, threads, and needles work best, and why.
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How to use each tool in the most efficient, traditional way.
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The structure of Sashiko patterns: how to read, deconstruct, and rebuild them.
By the end, you won’t just follow a design — you’ll understand how Sashiko works, and you’ll feel confident continuing on your own.
Step into the world of Sashiko
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Sashiko is more than a stitch,
it’s a rhythm, a way of slowing down,
and a practice that connects us to
centuries of Japanese craft.
In this 3-hour introduction workshop,
you’ll discover the beauty of Sashiko embroidery. From its origins in Edo-period Japan,
where it was used to mend and strengthen fabric, to its modern revival as both
art form and act of sustainability,
Sashiko carries a story worth stitching into.
Level : Suitable for complete beginners
The Project & The Outcome
In this workshop, you’ll begin your Sashiko journey by working on small denim patches. Together, we’ll focus on one patch, slowly building a traditional Hitomezashi pattern stitch by stitch. The aim is not speed, but rhythm. Finding the quiet flow of the needle and truly understanding the technique and hand movements.
To support you in this, you’ll receive a complete kit, carefully prepared and shipped to you in advance. Inside, you’ll find three pre-marked denim patches, Sashiko thread, and the essential tools to get you started. During the workshop, we’ll work on one patch together; the remaining two are yours to continue practicing afterward,
giving you space to explore at your own pace.
By the end, you’ll walk away not just with stitches, but with a true understanding of
the technique and the confidence to carry it forward into your own projects.
After the workshop, you will:
- Know the History of Sashiko and its traditions
- Feel confident with the technique with a full understanding of the tools and materials and how each is used in the traditional method.
- understand how to construct patterns and get inspired to make your own designs.
- Be able to finish your patch independently and have two additional patches ready
to keep exploring at your own pace.
-Know how to repair or embellish fabric using Sashiko, with the ability to explore
new patterns on your own.
What’s included in your kit :
-1 skein of Sashiko thread
-2 Sashiko needles
-3 denim patches, pre-marked with grids
- A leather thimble
(Any sort of small optional equipment will be provided
like scissors, chalk or ruler)
Digital Resources to Support You :
In addition to your kit, you’ll receive exclusive digital resources After the workshop, a handbook and extra materials designed to guide you and support your stitching journey.
Practical details
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When: Saturday, 13th of September 2025
Where: De Steek Van der Hoopstraat 70HS, 1051 VK Amsterdam
Time: From 2PM until 5PM
Duration: 3 hours
Language: English
Group size: Limited to 10 participants for an intimate learning experience
Price: 85€ (incl. materials)
How it works
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Once you've booked and payed for the workshop, you will receive a confirmation email and a reminder a week prior to the event.
Cancellation policy
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If you can’t attend, please let me know at least 3 days before the workshop,
that way your spot could go to someone else interested in attending.
If you respect this policy, you will get a full refund for the price of the course.
