Visible Mending Workshop | Thursday 12th November 2-4pm

This session on Thursday 19^th November 2026 2-4pm, we will be introducing the technique of Sashiko.

The cost of the workshop is £10 - £5 deposit at the time of booking & the balance to the tutor on the day.

Concessions spaces are available supported by Chulmleigh Positive Projects - please ask for more details.  

Suitable for non-stretch fabrics and garments, Japanese Sashiko is used traditionally on indigo cotton and worked in white thread. Geometric patterns are created with a simple running stitch, so although it looks amazing, the sewing itself is easily mastered.

We will be using a variety of coloured threads, courtesy of The Craft Room, for you to create your own designs.  Templates will be available for you to use during the session to map out your chosen pattern and the combinations for your future projects will be endless!

If you have a garment that requires repair, please bring it along.

Fabric samples will be provided for you to practice the techniques and to take home as reminders.

Kate Bowra will be facilitating the session. Kate has been making and mending for many years and has a background in Fine Art.

Further sessions may be arranged to learn other mending techniques in 2027, including using a mini-loom, so please do let us know what you might like to learn.

Photo Credit to @ Katherine Bowra