The Japanese sewing technique – Sashiko
Course leader: Momi Yama
Welcome to a course in Sashiko! This traditional mending technique is based on prestitching and the early use of the technique was developed to reinforce and mend utility textiles in an era when nothing was allowed to go to waste. Over time, sashiko has developed into freer forms and also become a strong aesthetic form of expression. Sashiko is a Japanese term, but the method is found in all parts of the world. Sashiko is thus a textile approach that belongs not only to Japanese cultural heritage but is a global phenomenon. During the course, you as a participant will be introduced to the Japanese sewing technique sashiko with its history, materials, technique and pattern tradition. You will learn how to repair your clothes and everyday textiles but also to make free compositions through sashiko. You will both practice the technique with test examples and complete your own project.
Course fee
The course fee is SEK 5,200. If Capellagården has to cancel the course, you always have the right to get back the course fee you have paid. If you need to withdraw your offer due to obstacles or illness, a refund will be made with 50% of the course fee. Please note that board and lodging are not included in the course fee, but are booked and paid for separately after admission.
Application and admission
no prior knowledge is needed for the course Sashiko. You who apply must be 18 years old, except for the children/youth courses. To register your interest, write the name of the course and send it via email this link.
Board and lodging
Unfortunately, our boarding school is now fully booked. As a course participant, however, it is fine to eat together with your course mates. The price for single meals is then: Breakfast SEK 85, Lunch or dinner SEK 125, Cheese tray (end) SEK 155. Coffee and shared coffee are included in the course fee.
Bring to the course
Needles in slightly different sizes, pointed needles are fine. Sashiko pins for those who have. Different kinds of thread (preferably cotton), scissors, different cotton fabrics, pencil, paper, ruler - and if you have; garments or other textiles to be mended or processed.
Course start and end
On the day the course starts, the arrival time is from 3 p.m. At At 17.00 a simple dinner is served and at 18.00 there is a joint start with your course. The course ends on Friday with a joint closing evening. On Saturday, breakfast is served and check-out is at 11.00 at the latest.
Language
The language of instruction on the course is Swedish. However, summaries in English may appear.