SASHIKO (JAPANESE HAND STITCHING) Supply List (2 Pages) (Revised 6/29/13) Instructor: Helene Knott 503-631-8806 [email protected]
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SASHIKO (JAPANESE HAND STITCHING) Supply list (2 pages) (revised 6/29/13) Instructor: Helene Knott 503-631-8806 [email protected] Sashiko is a classic form of Japanese needlework dating back to antiquity. Superficially, it resembles quilting but is closer to hand embroidery than quilting. In Japan it is considered more of a country or folk art in Japan than a formal one and often used to decorate utilitarian objects. Traditionally, Sashiko is worked in white or cream thread on an indigo cloth or indigo thread on a white or neutral cloth. There is no reason you cannot use whatever colors you choose, providing you can find a suitable thread in your choice of color. Fabric can also be any color you choose as long as it’s a solid or a texture that reads as a solid. Prints will compete with the stitching and should be avoided. There will be a variety of patterns to choose from in this class for coasters or trivets. Please be courteous to others by arriving for class with the correct supplies. Contact me at 503-631- 8806 or [email protected] if you have any questions. A Note to Students: Many students do not realize that once the teacher is paid, the shop offering a class makes little if any income on the class itself. The shop is relying on product sales to continue offering quality classes to you. Therefore, I urge you to patronize this shop when buying your supplies for this class as much as possible and remind you that big chain stores do not offer the variety of classes that the smaller shops do. Keep quilt classes alive by supporting this shop. Thank you, Helene TOOLS/MATERIALS: • Fabric: ½ yard of fabric. Indigo is the traditional color for Sashiko but you can choose whatever color you like. Make sure your fabric(s) are a good quilter’s cotton or broadcloth and any print or texture is not so bold as to compete with your stitching. ALTERNATE IDEA: you may also bring an article of clothing you would like to embellish with Sashiko if you wish. • Fusible interfacing: this can be woven cotton (expensive) or non-woven synthetic (inexpensive). This will help stabilize softer fabrics and make them easier to stitch. Alternatively, you can use two layers of fabric. • Sashiko thread: in a contrasting color to the fabric (white or cream color is traditional). I have found DMC pearl cotton in size 8 is an adequate substitute though the authentic Sashiko thread looks better. • Scissors: fine pointed embroidery scissors are best for the sewing, but you may also want to bring a pair of shears you don’t mind cutting paper with as well. • Sashiko needles: Clover makes a set in assorted sizes. If you cannot find Sashiko needles a package of crewel embroidery needles in a variety of sizes is recommended as that allows you to choose the size best suited to the particular fabric you selected. • A good basic book on Sashiko: optional but useful for future projects or if you want to explore your own project instead of using the teacher’s templates. • Rotary cutter, cutting mat and ruler. • Freezer paper (optional): available at supermarkets and at some quilt shops (buy it in roll form not by the sheet). I prefer the Reynolds brand. • Saral Paper (optional): This transfer paper available at art supply and craft stores might be necessary of you are planning to transfer stitching designs to a garment that you brought to embellish. Choose a color that will show up on the fabric color you are using. • Light box: I will bring a couple but if you have one then you won’t have to wait for a turn. • ‘Sharpie’ brand black marking pen: it is absolutely critical that you get the regular point NOT the ultra-fine. • White or yellow quilters’ pencil and/or a graphite mechanical pencil: I recommend the new mechanical style quilters pencil with white leads (there are several brands available, ask at the shop). 1/9/18 SASHIKO (JAPANESE HAND STITCHING) Supply list (2 pages) (revised 6/29/13) Instructor: Helene Knott 503-631-8806 [email protected] A mechanical pencil for light fabrics. Don’t use chalk; it will not withstand the amount of handling Sashiko stitching entails. • Quilters’ ruler: will help when transferring pattern onto fabric. A 6” one will do • Patterns: You will use the teacher’s templates that must be returned at the end of the class, or a set of basic patterns can be purchased from the teacher. Recommended books: • 'The Ultimate Sashiko Book' by Susan Briscoe; (NOTE: This is one of the best of the books) • 'Sashiko, Japanese Traditional Hand Stitching' by Ai Takeda; • ‘Sashiko, Traditional Japanese Quilt Designs’ from Nihon Vogue, • Japanese Quilt Blocks’ by Susan Briscoe; (this excellent book includes patterns for pieced & appliquéd blocks as well) • ‘Japanese Sashiko Inspirations’ by Susan Briscoe. 1/9/18 .