{"product_id":"sashiko-workshop-part-2","title":"Sashiko Workshop Mini Hanafukin “Flower Cloth”","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cinput checked id=\"tab1\" name=\"tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab1\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/label\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab2\" name=\"tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab2\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/label\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab3\" name=\"tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab3\"\u003eReturn Policy\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab content1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSaturday May 30th 10:30 am - 1:15 pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFee: $120 \/ person\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTortoise General Store invites you to Sashiko Workshop Part 2, created for those who have already taken an introductory Sashiko workshop with Sanae at Tortoise or elsewhere and wish to continue developing their practice.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn this session, participants will learn how to prepare sarashi by hand-sewing two layers of fabric together, transfer traditional Sashiko patterns, and refine core stitching techniques. The workshop will also focus on how to begin and finish stitches without knots, allowing the reverse side of the fabric to remain as clean and balanced as the front.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHanafukin is a traditional Japanese stitched cloth rooted in the Sashiko practices of the Edo period, when hand stitching was used to strengthen and preserve valued fabric. Over time, these cloths also became meaningful gifts, often made with wishes for happiness, health, and good fortune.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThrough the steady rhythm of stitching, this workshop offers an opportunity to engage more deeply with the material, process, and tradition of Sashiko.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: red;\"\u003eWorkshop confirmed once 8 participants register (max 8). Participants must be at least 14 years old. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreativity is a core part of Sanae's work. Through traditional Japanese handicrafts like sashiko, weaving, natural dyeing, calligraphy, and gardening, she weaves mindfulness, cultural heritage, and sustainable living into her everyday practice. Sanae shares that \"Sashiko is not just beautiful to look at, but expresses the beauty of wabi-sabi—the beauty that makes us who we are.\" The slow, intentional act of stitching one stitch at a time becomes a meditative practice that quiets the mind, encourages acceptance of stress, and fosters emotional regulation. It is also a practical, sustainable art form that extends the life of clothing made from plant fibers—a powerful reflection of care for the earth and each other.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab content2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials Provided:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorkpages handout\u003cbr\u003eSashiko Threads (color: red) 20m\u003cbr\u003eSashiko Needles (2\/pack, sizes: 1 15\/16\" and 2 5\/8”)\u003cbr\u003eUnbleached Takeda Sarashi Natural Cotton Cloth\u003cbr\u003e6-inch 8ths Graph Ruler\u003cbr\u003eHeat-Erasable Rollerball Pen\u003cbr\u003eSmall Sewing Scissors\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eParticipants can take home a workshop handout, Sashiko thread, needles, and Unbleached \"Sarashi Natural Cotton Cloth\" on which they stitched sashiko after the workshop. Rulers, Pens, and Scissors are available for participants to use during the workshop, but not to take home.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab content3\"\u003eWorkshops are final sale.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sanae Suzuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46887640432815,"sku":"85395","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0012\/4072\/7612\/files\/sashiko-workshop-mini-hanafukin-flower-cloth-3855025.jpg?v=1778254812","url":"https:\/\/shop.tortoisegeneralstore.com\/products\/sashiko-workshop-part-2","provider":"tortoise general store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}