An opportunity to learn the traditonal Japanese textle mending method of Sashiko and Boro stiching led by artist Seiko Kinoshita. Sashiko means “little stabs” in Japanese or “little pierce” and is a way of decorating fabric by sewing small, repetitive stitches that started out of practical need during the Edo era (1615-1868) in Japan.

In this workshop you’ll be introduced to the basic techniques, using tradtional tools and materials, to create your own unique textile hanging to take home.

Seiko completed a BA in Formative Art at Kinki University, Japan and worked as a printed textile designer and CAD operator for 4 years. On gaining a Rotary International Scholarship, she came to the UK to study an MA in Textile Design at Nottingham Trent University. After finishing her MA, she moved to Sheffield to take a two year Starter Studio Programme at Yorkshire Artspace, Persistence Works. Seiko has her own studio there and enjoys working towards exhibitions, commissions and educational art workshops with schools and community groups.

All materials provided

Suitable for those aged 16+ (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult)

Refreshments provided by Sketch Cafe.