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Intro to Sashiko: Japanese Embroidery
Date: Wednesday 6th May, 7-9pm
Join textiles artist Jess Way for a relaxed evening of exploring the traditional Japanese art of decorative stitch, creating beautifully intricate patterns on fabrics.
We will begin by learning the fundamentals of Sashiko, including the history, methods and cultural significance of this craft. We’ll then spend the evening learning a range of different techniques, creating samples throughout the session that explore pattern and how Sashiko is used for mending.
All materials will be supplied, however if you'd like to bring along a pair of holey jeans/ clothes to practice your Sashiko on, this is very welcome!
No experience necessary - all levels are welcome!
Location: Studio Stitch Up, Chesham old town
Date: Wednesday 6th May, 7-9pm
All tools and materials included - plus tea, coffee, and unlimited biscuits!
Join textiles artist Jess Way for a relaxed and creative workshop where you'll make your own quilted cushion cover!
Date: Saturday May 16th, 10am-4pm
Throughout the day, you'll be introduced to the core processes of quilting- including half-square triangle patchwork, log cabin patchwork, layering with wadding, quilting, and then turning your piece into a beautiful cushion cover. By the end of the session, you’ll have a finished piece that showcases your new skills and a practical reference for future quilting projects at home.
This is a hands-on, machine-sewing workshop. There will be plenty of time to ease into the day and work at your own pace. All fabrics and tools will be provided. However, if you have a stash of favourite fabrics you'd like to include in your design, feel free to bring them along!
We’ll take a 45-minute lunch break midway- either bring your own lunch or pop into town to grab something nearby.
It will be a small, supportive group, so Jess can offer plenty of individual guidance throughout the session. No quilting experience is needed- confident beginners and more experienced sewers are welcome!
Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended.
What You’ll Learn
How to cut and sew a half-square triangle block and a Log Cabin block- both popular techniques in patchworking and quilting.
How to layer backing, wadding, and quilt top fabric correctly.
How to quilt the layers together securely and neatly.
How to turn your quilt into a cushion cover!
Project
Participants will each make a quilted cushion cover- with many options to customise the colours, design and finish of the piece.
You can choose to bring your own fabric or select from the fabrics provided.
Course Details
Date: Saturday May 16th
Time: 10am - 4pm (45-minute lunch break)
Skill Level: Beginner friendly- we’ll just be using a simple straight and back stitch.
Group Size: 6 max
Location: Studio Stitch Up, Chesham old town
Machine use, needles, and tools all included - plus tea, coffee, and unlimited biscuits!
If you would prefer to bring your own machine, that’s absolutely fine and just let us know.
Please note: although this class is open to ambitious beginners, we will not be covering all the fundamentals of machine sewing. If you’d like to learn how to sew confidently, please book a 1:1 sewing lesson or join a beginners’ group class. Thank you!