[Tokyo, Ogikubo] Sashiko visible mending / darning / embroidery

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• There was a time when fabric and garment were very precious and hard to get. People who lived in north part of Japan needed to repair or mend for their garment and make protect from cold season. They stitched several layers of cloth carefully stitch by stitch. Sashiko is a technique that was born from this and nowadays become one of traditional handicraft which was born from taking good care of things and the wisdom of life. At that time, there were no schools, and Sashiko was passed down from parent to child. Therefore, there is not just one technique, but multiple techniques. The repair method is the same. Here we would like to introduce some of the sashiko mending and darning techniques. Please use it for various purposes such as repairing precious clothes, making use of leftover cloth, and making art. You can take the coaster away. Please enjoy the stitching!!
• Step 1: Choose mending technique you want to do during this experience.
• I will show you five type of technique sample. Decide which one you would like to experience.
• Step 2: Choose fabrics and a thread color.
• I've provided you with some color of fabrics and thread colors. Please enjoy picking your favorite one out.
• Step 3: Do Sashiko stitching and make a coaster.
• Start stitching on the fabric. This time makes you enjoy and relax!