Japanese Visible Mending with Sashiko Workshop
In this workshop, you’ll create a handmade coaster while learning decorative repair techniques that can later be adapted to clothing, bags, denim, and many other textile projects.
Rather than focusing on repairing damaged clothing, this workshop is about discovering the joy of stitching, creativity, and giving fabric a new story.
No previous sewing experience is required.
A Contemporary Way to Enjoy Sashiko
Inspired by Tradition, Designed for Today
For generations, sashiko was used in Japan to strengthen fabric and extend the life of clothing.
Today, many people around the world enjoy Visible Mending, a creative way of celebrating repairs rather than hiding them.
This workshop is canoha’s own interpretation of Visible Mending.
Drawing inspiration from traditional sashiko techniques, we’ve developed an approachable way to enjoy decorative repair while learning practical stitching skills that you can continue using in your everyday life.
Learn Through Making
Begin with a Small Project
Rather than repairing clothing during the workshop, you’ll create a coaster using one of several decorative repair techniques prepared by canoha.
This small project allows you to focus on understanding the stitching itself before applying the ideas to your own projects at home.
Afterwards, you may enjoy adapting these techniques to Creative textile art, Clothing, Jeans, Bags, Fabric, Accessories, Patchwork and so on.
Four Reasons Participants Enjoy This Experience
Experience a workshop thoughtfully designed by canoha, combining sashiko techniques with creative Visible Mending ideas.
Take home techniques that can inspire clothing repairs, textile crafts, and future creative projects.
Receive personal guidance in a relaxed atmosphere where beginners are welcome and every question is encouraged.
Rather than simply repairing fabric, you’ll explore how stitching itself can become a creative and enjoyable part of everyday life.
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Workshop Flow
STEP 1 : Choose Your Favorite Technique
We’ll begin by introducing the ideas behind canoha’s approach to sashiko-inspired Visible Mending.
You’ll then explore five different sample techniques and choose the style you’d like to learn.
STEP 2 : Stitch Your Coaster
As you create your coaster, you’ll learn:
- Preparing the fabric
- Drawing the stitching grid
- Basic sashiko stitching
- Decorative repair techniques
- Tips for creating neat, balanced stitches
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a finished coaster and new ideas to continue exploring Visible Mending in your own creative way.
About the Workshop Materials
Learning Together with the Same Materials
To help everyone enjoy the workshop and learn the techniques step by step, we provide all of the materials used during the class.
For this workshop, please do not bring your own clothing or textiles for repair.
Our goal is not to repair a specific item during the lesson, but to help you understand the techniques and ideas through carefully prepared practice materials.
Once you’ve learned the basics, you’ll be able to apply them to your own clothing and textile projects at home.
Perfect for anyone who:
- Is interested in Visible Mending
- Loves sustainable fashion
- Enjoys sewing or embroidery
- Wants to explore sashiko in a creative way
- Is curious about Japanese handcrafts
- Enjoys making things by hand
- Duration : Approximately 90-120 minutes
- Age : 15 years and older
- What to Bring：Nothing.
All materials and tools are included. If you use reading glasses, please bring them. - Participants : 1–3 people
- Languages : English / Japanese
- Booking Deadline : Until 11:59 PM on the day before the workshop
¥7,000
The workshop fee includes all materials.
All prices include Japanese consumption tax.
Reservations and payments are handled through our official booking partner, Activity Japan.
After reviewing the workshop details, please tap the Book Your Workshop button to check the latest availability and complete your reservation.
Payment methods and cancellation policies are managed by Activity Japan and may be updated according to their terms.
Please refer to the Activity Japan booking page for the latest cancellation policy.
Current cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 2 days before the workshop.
- Cancellation fees apply from 2 days before the workshop date.
- If you book more than 48 hours before the workshop, you may also cancel within 24 hours of booking for a full refund.
Please note that cancellation policies are subject to change. The latest information is always available on the Activity Japan booking page.
The workshop fee includes:
- Fabric
- Sashiko thread
- Sashiko needle
- Illustrated instruction guide (English/Japanese)
- Use of all tools during the workshop
After the workshop, you’re welcome to browse and purchase a selection of sashiko supplies and handmade accessories available in our shop.
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Come and discover the world of cano-ha, one stitch at a time.
