Kids & Teens Half-Term Fashion & Upcycle Workshop – One-Day Creative Intensive
Keep kids and teens creative and inspired this half-term with a hands-on workshop exploring the art of sashiko stitching and visible mending. In just one day, participants will learn traditional Japanese techniques and playful patterns to repair, decorate, and transform old clothes or fabric into unique wearable art.
This class is suitable for all levels. Whether your child is a beginner or preparing a portfolio for GCSE or A-level art, they’ll benefit from personalised instruction that develops skills, creativity, and confidence.
What Kids & Teens Will Do
- Learn sashiko stitching and boro patching techniques
- Explore fun patterns (animals, fruits, stars, hearts, geometric designs)
- Patch and decorate denim, cotton, or sturdy t-shirts (no thin fabrics or polyester)
- Add texture and colour with authentic kimono scrap fabrics from Japan
- Create a personal piece of wearable art to take home
- Leave with their own needle and thread so they can keep stitching at home if they don’t finish in class
Workshop Details
- Dates: Choose between two available days (pick one)
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- Ages: 7–17
- Group size: Max 8 participants (ensures plenty of 1-to-1 guidance)
- Instructor: Risa Sato, Japanese upcycle artist and founder of The Obi, Kyoto
- All tools and decorative materials provided – just bring clothing, bags, or cloth to mend/decorate
What to Bring
- Packed lunch and snacks (fruit/veg only – no juice, no nuts)
- Water bottle
- Clothing to mend/decorate: denim, cotton, or sturdy t-shirts (no thin fabrics or polyester)
What’s Included (Take-Home Value)
✅ 4.5 hours of creative guidance with a Japanese upcycle artist
✅ A wearable art piece designed and made by your child
✅ Authentic kimono fabric scraps for patching and decoration
✅ A sashiko needle + thread to keep creating at home
✅ Skills and inspiration to transform clothes sustainably and mindfully
Why Join?
- Encourages creativity, focus, and problem-solving
- Introduces sustainable fashion and upcycling in a fun, hands-on way
- Develops fine motor skills, patience, and confidence
- A perfect half-term activity to spark imagination in just one day
- Inspires future fashion, art, and textile designers with a traditional yet trendy technique
- Led by Risa Sato, Japanese upcycle artist and founder of Obi, Kyoto, who brings authentic knowledge, passion, and personal guidance
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