Workshop: Sashiko Embroidery for Beginners
2.5‑hour visible mending embroidery workshop in Amsterdam
In this 2.5‑hour workshop, you will learn the basics of Sashiko embroidery. Sashiko is an ancient Japanese technique used for visible mending of clothing. Today, this embroidery style is also widely used to repair denim garments and create decorative works. With this stitch, you can make beautiful geometric patterns. During the workshop, you will get to know the different Sashiko materials and create a sample piece on dark blue ecological fabric.
What you will learn in this Sashiko workshop
How and when to use special Sashiko materials
How to transfer a pattern onto fabric – you will receive a transfer pattern from us to use
How to start embroidering without making a knot
How to make Sashiko stitches
The rules and techniques of Sashiko embroidery
Materials
All embroidery materials used during the workshop are included in the price. You can take your embroidered work (or work in progress) home after the workshop. If you’d like to continue practising at home with other patterns, you are welcome to purchase extra materials in our studio.
Catering
You will be offered coffee, tea, and water, along with a few delicious pastries from the patisserie. Lunch is not included, but we are happy to recommend nearby lunch spots if desired.
Date and Time
4 November 2025, 18:30 – 21:00
Location
Studio Koekoek, Weesperstraat 100 in Amsterdam
Located near the “Magere Brug” and the “Holocaust Names Monument” in the city centre. Closest metro stations: Weesperplein or Waterlooplein.
Level
The session is suitable for beginners but also enjoyable for experienced embroiderers who would like to try working on a different type of fabric.
Language
The workshop is offered in Dutch and English.
