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Introduction to Sashiko
Instructor: Penny Cheuk-Low
Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Time: 10am - 1pm
Location: Kobo at Higo in Seattle's Japantown
The total cost of this workshop is $150 + tax. Cost includes a Beginner Kit.
Limit 8 participants
Prerequisite: This workshop is for beginners who have some basic needle and thread sewing skills. It is a hands-on workshop.
Sashiko is a Japanese word meaning “little stabs” or running stitch. Originally, this simple stitch was used as a practical technique to sew layers of fabric together for strength and warmth in rural areas of Northern Japan.
The participants will be introduced to:
A brief historical background of Sashiko
The choice of fabric and thread for Sashiko purposes
The usage of Sashiko needle and thimble
The design concept of Sashiko
Participants will be working on a printed piece of fabric with the Asa no ha design, approximately 11'' x 11'' in size. The Beginner Kit includes: Sashiko needles, Sashiko threads, thimble, Sashiko designs and information handout, preprinted Sashiko fabric.
(Welcome Letter and supplies list sent after sign-up)
Workshop instructor:
Penny Cheuk-Low began her interest in Japanese culture when she went to Kyoto to study traditional Japanese fabric dyeing in 1976. She worked as a fabric designer and fabric dyer until 1990. Then, she devoted her time as a Montessori educator and trainer for 25 years.
During the covid pandemic, Penny returned to her passion of working with fabric, using the fabrics she had been collecting for years. She enjoys hand stitching and appliques. Her inspiration comes from her experiences in Japan. Penny’s works can be seen in Kobo Seattle.