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Introduction to Sashiko Stitching & Boro

5(5 reviews)
Join during repair week to learn the basics of how to do sashiko stitching
Crofton Park Community Library, Brockley
In-person
£32.50
2hrs
What happens at this event?

Join us a for a relaxing Sunday afternoon of Sashiko stitching.

Sashiko is a centuries old Japanese stitching technique, the literal translation is ‘little stabs’. It can be used decoratively and for repair. The designs can be simple and functional or very detailed and ornate.

It can be a gorgeously repetitive and meditative technique. It is beautiful and mindful way of giving new life to something worn or broken.

Boro" is a Japanese term associated with the repeated reuse and repair of a garment. It usually refers to a garment that has been sashiko stitched.

It’s also…

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Things to remember

Feel free to bring along your items with holes, we can talk about the most suitable techniques to help you get mending. Or you are free to practise on our scrap fabrics to try out different techniques. You'll also leave with our handy sashiko guidebook so you can carry…

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Latest Reviews
5(5 reviews)
Claire Russell - 9 March 2026
Great class, really fun. Everything was explained very clearly and it was good to sew alongside others.
Teniola Abe - 9 March 2026
What a lovely afternoon together with like minded women. Jamie, the sewing teacher was amazing taking us through the various steps and helping us to work independently on our chosen designs. I learnt a lot about Sashiko and how it all started in Japan. This class could not have been taken on a better day other than International women’s day. Loved it!
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