Sashiko Stitching for Beginners

Sashiko Stitching for Beginners

A hands-on 5-hour workshop with SWI tutor Lorraine McCafferty

Discover the beauty and mindfulness of Sashiko, the traditional Japanese art of decorative stitching. Perfect for beginners, this workshop introduces the history, techniques, tools, and stitches that make Sashiko a timeless craft.

You’ll enjoy a mix of demonstrations and hands-on practice, including:

• Introduction to Sashiko, patterns, fabrics, and threads
• Preparing fabric and marking designs
• Learning Hitomezashi and Moyozashi stitches
• Practicing 2–3 traditional patterns to take home
• Exploring stencils, templates, and creative applications

Lunch will be provided, with a 30-minute break and tea and coffee available.

All materials are provided, including Japanese fabric, traditional thread, and needles, so you can start stitching right away. Leave inspired with new skills and sample pieces to continue your Sashiko journey at home!

Scottish Women's Institutes is a charity which offers a platform for women to get together, learn new skills, improve their health and wellbeing and make lasting friendships. There are groups in towns, villages and cities around the country and a varied calendar of online events covering creative crafts, women's health and much more. Find out more at www.theswi.org.uk