Intro to Sashiko

In this Intro to Sashiko class, participants will learn how to prepare their fabric and stitch both Hitomezashi and Moyozashi stitch patterns. We will also cover how to start and end our stitching without knots, how to make efficient stitches with a palm thimble, how the hana fukin sampler is used in daily life and a brief overview of sashiko as a form of sustainable mending and fiber art. The class is taught by guest artist and instructor, Paula Hyatt.