About

**This workshop will be live streamed via Zoom. 

This class was canceled as it had no sign-ups.~tt

Learn about the art of Japanese mending using “sashiko” stitching. As we practice stitching, we’ll talk about the cultural importance of Japanese sashiko stitching and how it has changed and evolved. On the first Fiber Fun Friday, you will use this style of mending to repair clothing or just to add creative details to clothing.

The second week, you will use sashiko stitching to make a pendant with a chosen simple symbol or design. The stiches make it precious and personal.

For Ages: 8-14

Kit cost: $25 (including shipping) Your kit will include sashiko needles, embroidery thread in a variety of colors, some fabric for you to practice on, and fabric and cord to create your pendant. 

Supplies you'll provide: Scissors for cutting thread and cloth, paper, and something to sketch with, plus one or two items of clothing or pieces of thin fabric you would like to mend or embellish. 

Setting up your Zoom and work area: Arrange your computer on a table or desk so that you can see the screen and the instructor and other participants can see you. You'll need enough flat workspace to lay your project out to work on it--about 12" x 18" should be enough, but be sure to give yourself plenty of room to create!

• Registration will close on Friday, April 2nd at 3:30 PM (PDT) so that we may assemble kits and get them mailed in a timely manner. Please verify your mailing address when registering. Refunds or credits will not be issued after April 2nd.
• This class will be taught via the Zoom video conferencing program. For a great video on how to use Zoom, watch this tutorial.
• A Zoom link will be sent to the email address you registered with one day prior to each session. Please watch for this email. You may need to check your spam folder for emails from BARN.
• Tuition assistance is available. Click here to apply.
• BARN reserves the right to cancel this class in the case of low enrollment. A full refund will be given. 

Instructor Bio:

Isobel Coney enjoys combining cultural, environmental and historical studies with art, using techniques spanning painting, quilting, felting, knitting, batik, printmaking, hand-made paper and woodland crafts. She has experience teaching in schools and running workshops for adults. She is an active member on the Arts Washington Roster of Teaching Artists and passionate about experimenting with new techniques and sharing that journey with students.