Intro to Sashiko

Mending our textiles centers the art of repair and reuse.
Across continents and cultures, many traditions embrace visible mending, but the geometric patterns of sashiko remain especially recognizable.

In this Intro to Sashiko class, we’ll explore those iconic shapes while sharing tips for achieving clean, even running stitches. 

We’ll provide sashiko thread, fabric scraps, and needles—but if you already have a favorite needle, feel free to bring it! As a thank-you for reusing what you have, you’ll receive an extra skein of sashiko thread.

For Skill Classes (2 hours), we'll explore and test the many different designs you can use on your pieces at home. 

For Project Classes (3 hours), you're encouraged to bring a piece from home you'd like to repair.

2 vs. 3 Hour Offerings

Some classes are 2 hours long. These are about learning and improving your techniques, not about finishing a final project. Think of these as time to grow, practice, and explore the “how” and “why” behind a craft. 

Other classes are 3 hours long. These focus on making something you can take home. You’ll still learn along the way, but the main goal is to create a finished (or mostly finished) item.

An example: Imagine a “Paint and Sip” class. You leave with a painting—a finished product. But the class doesn’t go deeply into the techniques or skills like how to choose paint types, brushes, or color combinations. The instructor guides you through copying their techniques, but their real skills come from years of study and practice.

We offer both kinds of classes—because both have value.

Summer 2025 Offerings

Sat. July 5___9 AM to 12 PM 

Wed. July 16__10 AM to 12 PM 

Sat. July 19__9 AM to 12 PM 

Wed. Aug 6__10 AM to 12 PM 

Fri. Aug 29__6 PM to 8 PM

The cost of this class includes all materials and reflects our commitment to paying our instructors a living wage. 2-hour classes are 62.00. 3-hour classes are 82.00.

Class Exchange Policy

We’re happy to move your booking to a different date for the same class, as long as we hear from you more than 48 hours before class begins. Just email us at inquiry@approved-textiles.com, and we’ll take care of it.

If your request comes in less than 48 hours before class starts, we won’t be able to reschedule you—but we can offer you 50% off your next booking for the same class.

We know life happens. This policy helps us keep our small class sizes sustainable for our shop, our teachers, and our community. Thanks for understanding.