Name: Sashiko Sampler · The Well Worn Studio · Winchester
Start: 2026-05-16T11:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-07-04T12:30:00+01:00
Location: The Well Worn

$Sashiko Sampler \u00b7 The Well Worn Studio \u00b7 Winchester$

Learn traditional Japanese Sashiko hand-stitching · Take home your sampler and a mini kit to keep stitching · 1.5 hrs · £35 ·
About this Event

Sashiko is a traditional Japanese hand-stitching technique - meditative, beautiful and completely addictive. In this 1.5 hour introductory session you will learn the basics of Sashiko running stitch, explore traditional geometric patterns and work on your own fabric sampler.

No sewing experience needed. No machine required. Just a needle, thread and a bit of patience.

What's included: Fabric panels, Sashiko thread, needles and stencils -A mini kit to take home and keep stitching

What to bring: Nothing. We have everything you need.

About your host: Emma Shaw has been practising Sashiko stitching and visible mending for over 10 years. She is the founder of The Well Worn, a Winchester womenswear studio, and lectures in Fashion Management at Winchester School of Art.

Good to know: The studio is on the first floor, accessed by stairs only. Maximum 8 people per session. No refunds but transfers accepted with 48 hours notice.

The Well Worn runs Sashiko Saturdays and Reworked Wednesdays from our studio throughout the year. From September 2026 our full programme launches - join our mailing list at to be first to hear.