Sashiko, the much beloved Japanese embroidery, includes a variety of techniques formed with running stitches. In this class, Sanae Ishida will cover four Sashiko techniques and demonstrate the “Hitomezashi” or “one-stitch pattern” style. Though seemingly complex, Hitomezashi is quite simple and can become a meditative and calming practice with time. Sashiko and Hitomezashi embroidery are both rooted in mending. Once added to your toolbox of stitching skills, these techniques can add beauty to sewing projects of all kind – from clothing to household objects.

Date
Thursday, April 30th, 2026

Time
12:00-2:30 pm ET

Location
Zoom, a link will be sent to participants the day before class

Cost
$75

Recording

All sessions will be recorded. A link to the recording will be emailed to all those who register following the live session. This link is live for three months.

Class Materials

• Ruler (recommended: gridded quilting ruler)
• Removable marking tool such as water-soluble marker, chalk or frixion pen
• Snips
• Sashiko or embroidery needle
• Sashiko thread or embroidery floss
• Cotton or tightly woven linen fabric (at least 5” x 5”)

About the World Embroidery Series

TATTER’s World Embroidery Series is a celebration of global embroidery craft. Sewists will encounter an astonishing array of culturally specific techniques, and will have the opportunity to learn from accomplished practicing teachers who are equally purposed in preserving heritage techniques.