Thursday, 18 July

Moyozashi Sashiko (Pattern sashiko) - Online class

Learn how to mark up and sew traditional Moyozashi (pattern) Sashiko embroidery

By Rob Jones, Romor Designs

Date and time

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 06:30 - 08:30 PDT

Location

Online

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

2 hours

Sashiko, meaning ‘little stab’ is the Japanese art of stitching beautiful patterns using running stitch. Often used to add strength, texture and warmth to old garments, Sashiko has become synonymous with complex repeating patterns and precise stitching. Although most people will be familiar with the traditional white stitches on indigo fabric, sashiko thread actually comes in many shades, allowing for a wonderful variety of colourful designs.

This class focuses on Moyozashi Sashiko (pattern sashiko) where the patterns change direction to make a larger one. They are characterised by a series of dashed line running stitches of even size where the stitches never touch each other.

This is a project based class where you will pick one of five designs and stitch the design onto a white tote bag (or your own fabric, if you prefer).

Two new patterns have been added for Spring 2024!

A kit is available to purchase if you wish:

https://www.romordesigns.com/shop/moyozashi-sashiko-project-kit

Up to six people per session only.

2 hour class

Organised by

Rob Jones, Romor Designs

Rob’s passion is in finding the new in the old, building on the tradition and centuries of skill that shibori has behind it. He believes in taking work in new directions by combining techniques and inventing his own forms.

A core component of Rob’s work is his love of colour and pattern, which he brings to light in his colour saturated and complex embroidery work. Traditional patterns are broken and reassembled to produce new and original forms.

Rob has a keen eye for detail and only selects the best material from which to make finished pieces. Every piece is assembled with care to ensure a beautiful and unique item that will last.

To this end Rob’s work focusses on providing the structure to contain the organic nature of the dyes and processes he uses and carefully selecting those which will form the most compelling pieces.

Rob starts each day with a meditation to clear his mind and help him to focus on the tasks ahead. Every day is different and unique, much like the work he creates.