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Japanese Sashiko Stitched Pin Cushion Workshop

Create your own delightful Japanese pin cushion using Sashiko stitching at Dovecot Studios on Friday 24th January!

Japanese Sashiko Stitched Pin Cushion Workshop

About Japanese Sashiko Stitched Pin Cushion Workshop

24th January 2025
10am - 12:30pm
Dovecot Studios Ltd
10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LT
£70
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Sashiko is a traditional type of Japanese embroidery or stitching. The word Sashiko means “little stabs” in Japanese. This form of stitching is used for both decorative and functional reinforcement of cloth and clothing and consists of rows of running stitch that build up repeated patterns.

This workshop could be done by experienced stitchers and beginners alike and is run by an experienced teacher and textile enthusiast Sue Crawley of Sunshine Designs Dollar. . Everything required will be provided.

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