Wed July 29 – 6:30-8:30pm

SashikoPatch Workshop

Bring garments or textiles youd like to mend or embellish to our handson patching workshop with a focus on sashiko style stitching methods.

Learn methods of hand sewing patches and stitching sashiko inspired designs, explore decorative stitching, and leave with revived pieces you can be proud ofall in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Sherry will demonstrate several methods for handsewing patches and adding sashikoinspired designs, and youll have time to practice and work on your own items. You’ll have the opportunity to use stick-on design templates to stitch sashiko designs, or try your hand to design our own.

Supplies Provided:

• Needles
• Thread
• Precut fabric patches
• Fabric for cutting your own patches
• Scissors
• Rulers
• Fabric pens
• Embroidery design templates

Topics Covered:

• Understanding different types of fabrics
• How to choose the right patch
• Rawedge vs. foldededge hems
• When and how to patch from both sides
• How to sew a blanket stitch
• How to secure a patch using sashikostyle stitches
• How to use stickon design templates (we will use Sulky Stick n Stitch)

Please Bring:

Garments or textiles that need mending, staincovering, or embellishing. Scrap fabric will also be available for practice.

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BioSherry Koyama is the founder/designer of women’s clothing line Harumi K.She has degrees in Psychology and Studio Art from University of California, Davis and a Patternmaking/Fashion Design Certificate from Apparel Arts in San Francisco.She also serves on the Board of Directors of Dress for Success Seattle and is a member of Impact 100 Seattle and in her free time, enjoys baking, staying active and all things related to cats.