Upcycling with Sashiko Embroidery

Overview

“In this second part, I show the pinch method to thread the needle and demonstrate how to guide the thread so that the knot ends against the fabric. Repeating these stitches creates a mesmerizing process and a wonderful way to practice mindfulness. It is useful in small spaces and perfect for practicing anywhere. ”

In this video lesson Kate Ward addresses the topic: The Stitching Process 2, which is part of the Domestika online course: Upcycling with Sashiko Embroidery. Learn the traditional Japanese technique of sashiko embroidery and create sustainable garments with Kate Ward.

Partial transcription of the video

“In this lesson, we are going to learn how to finish our samples. We have done our stitching, and we still have the marks on our fabric from the grid that we've drawn up, and also some of the reference notes that we may have had to help with the stitching process. So the next bit is where the magic really happens, and that's where we will wash it, dry it, and iron it. Now there are a couple of different ways that we can do this. You can do it by hand using just a little bit of hand soap and put it out to dry. Or if you have, less time and maybe a little bit impatient, you can also put it in ...”

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Course summary for: Upcycling with Sashiko Embroidery

• Level: Beginner
• 594 students
• 5 units
• 20 lessons (4h 21m)
• 9 downloads

• Category

  Craft

• Areas

  Arts & Crafts, Embroidery