bag series: intro to sashiko

Learn the basics of sashiko with Nancy! In this class, students will make a Japanese rice pouch with sashiko stitched embellishments.

Sashiko embroidery is a form of decorative stitching originating in Japan. Traditional sashiko was used to reinforce points of wear or mend garments. Today, this running stitch technique is often used for purely decorative purposes in quilting and embroidery.  During this class, students will learn how to execute sashiko embroidery designs on the exterior of a modern Japanese rice pouch. The completed bag will measure approximately 6.5" wide and 8" tall.

The first class will consist of planning and design - students will lay out their fabrics and plan the sashiko design.  The remaining classes will consist of stitching and sewing the bag to completion. 

This class is suitable for intermediate students who have prior bag making experience.  Please note, depending on the complexity of your planned sashiko design, you may need to do homework between classes in order to finish the bag by the end of the course.

Required Materials:
- (1) Pattern: Modern Japanese Rice Pouch by Nancy Plominski (will be provided in class)
- exterior fabric: six to seven coordinating fabrics - can be 1/8 yd, 1/4 yd, or fat quarters
- lining fabric: 1/4 yd of light to medium weight cotton or linen
- 1/4 yd of heavy-weight Pellon 987F fusible fleece
- 1/4 yd (or a 6.5" x 6.5" piece) Pellon 70W fusible stabilizer
- if you're making a fabric cord: 1/8 yd or 1/4 yd of fabric
- if you're making a drawstring cord: 2 yds of cording
- (1) spool of a neutral color of all-purpose polyester thread
- 1-2 skeins of sashiko thread
- sashiko needles

Recommended Fabrics:
For the bag exterior patchwork, we suggest using quilting cotton, canvas, linen, denim, corduroy, or home decor fabrics.  This project is not suitable for knits or drapey fabrics.

Required Tools:
- rotary cutter
- fabric shears
- seam ripper
- pins or clips
- chalk or frixion marker

Cancellation Policy:
If you are unable to attend the class, a refund will only be provided if you notify us 72 hours in advance in writing by email and there is a waitlist for the class, and we are able to fill your spot.  Otherwise, a credit for a future class will be issued.

No refunds or credits will be provided if you notify us less than 72 hours in advance. By registering for the class, you are agreeing to this cancellation policy.