Sashiko: Decorative Japanese Mending Embroidery
Sashiko: Decorative Japanese Mending Embroidery with Penny Morgan
Sashiko is a Japanese technique that combines embroidery, patchwork, mending, and quilting. Explore the history, rooted in Buddhist textiles, and the folk traditions of northern Japan. Learn the basics of two types of sashiko and boro. Sampling exercises will be introduced during class, with some time for stitching. More work can be completed outside of designated class time and we will discuss mending on other fabrics like wool. Project will be a sampler that can be used as a table topper or made into a pillow.
This class is presented in collaboration with John C. Campbell Folk School and Lessonface. Class capacity is 30 students. Registration closes on October 12, 2023. Students are invited to attend a large group Orientation and Closing Ceremony to connect with various classes online.
Class Materials
Your class registration fee includes a materials kit with a value of $35 shipped to your door.
Students will also want to provide:
Sewing supplies: scissors, needle threader, thimble, light colored fabric marker, pen, pencil or chalk. Design tools: graph paper, tracing paper, pencil. ruler, geometry tools. Materials: linen or cotton scraps, cotton should be shirt weight or chambray. Sheeting is too dense to work with. Jeans, shirts or other articles of clothing may be mended during the class. Worn fabrics are good. Check your thrift stores. Recommended book (but not required): The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook by Susan Briscoe
Age Range
Adults
Skill Level
All levels
About the John C. Campbell Folk School & Lessonface
For 96 years, the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, North Carolina has transformed lives, and brought people together in a nurturing environment for experiences in learning and community life that spark self-discovery. Since 2012, Lessonface has connected more than 30,000 students with over 2,500 great teachers for live music, language, and arts lessons online, delivering on our mission to help students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably.
When
The class will meet for two weekly 120-min live online sessions on Saturdays at 10 am ET | 7 am PT | 14:00 UTC on the schedule below. The first session is on October 21.
Enrolled students receive 30-day access to the video recordings of the classes.
How It Works
Enroll above to save your spot in the class. Lessonface will send you a confirmation right away, and a Zoom link 24 hours before the class start time. You can log into your Lessonface dashboard to access class materials, communicate with your instructor, join the live Zoom session, and access the class recordings and chat transcript afterward.
Refund Policy: To cancel an enrollment or request a refund, contact support@lessonface.com. For 30+ days before, we refund 95%. Between 30 and 5 days, receive a 75% refund. No refunds within 5 days of class start date. Materials kit fees are non-refundable.
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Sue A. on May 15, 2023
Class: Winter Bread Baking
excellent
Janet D. on May 11, 2023
Class: Winter Bread Baking
It was terrific. I made breads I never tried before (such as rye) and learned some tricks.
Verified Student on April 20, 2023
Class: Bread Baking Basics
Such a lot of information was packed into just one hour! After the class, I made the most perfect biscuits, crackers and basic bread. I did it!!!
Cindy G. on April 19, 2023
Class: "Sashiko, an Introduction"
It was very informative introduction to Sashiko
Verified Student on April 19, 2023
Class: "Sashiko, an Introduction"
Lots of useful information in a short period of time. Responses to questions that were raised were "right on"
Barb C. on April 19, 2023
Class: Bread Baking Basics
excellent and fun, Penny was great. thanks!
Angela I. on February 21, 2023
Class: A Rose And A Rosebud: Simple Wool Applique and Embroidery
Penny was a very good instructor and I feel I learned a lot about the subject. I feel prepared to continue embroidery on my own. This was a very good foundational class.
Lynne N. on February 20, 2023
Class: A Rose And A Rosebud: Simple Wool Applique and Embroidery
I have already shared my great experience, and encouraged others to look at the online courses. I'm signed up for two more! Penny was wonderful....the kit she sent was first-class, and the instruction was timed very well.
Sheila W. on February 20, 2023
Class: A Rose And A Rosebud: Simple Wool Applique and Embroidery
Kara on February 20, 2023
Class: A Rose And A Rosebud: Simple Wool Applique and Embroidery
I was unable to attend in person, but have watched the recordings
Verified Student on June 17, 2022
Class: Introduction to Wool Applique
Very informative!
Jenny D. on June 17, 2022
Class: Introduction to Wool Applique
I had signed up for a wool appliqué class at folk school but it was cancelled due to COVID so I was very pleased to see this free intro class. Penny fit in more information than I would have thought possible in under an hour. She said a class is being planned for the fall. If the date works for me then I will be signing up. She clearly knows the craft and I’d enjoy learning more from her.
Izumi H. on April 8, 2022
Class: Sashiko: Decorative Japanese Mending
The instructor is very knowledgeable about the subject she teaches. I came out of the class with better understanding of the subject and confidence to work on my own in future.
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Verified Student on April 8, 2022
Class: Sashiko: Decorative Japanese Mending
Broadened my knowledge of Sashiko, via presentation and hands on experience. Instructor provided materials to each of us prior to start of class, which was extremely valuable to extend the experience.
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Marsha W. on February 6, 2022
Class: Winter Bread Baking
The instructor was very knowledgeable about bread baking. For me, it was a bit remedial based on my previous bread baking skills. As with many Zoom-style of meetings, the annoying part of the class was when students kept their audio live and it kept interrupting the teaching. I know it was meant to be a community and casual, but in speaker view the screen constantly bounced from the instructor to other screens. Minor point, but very important in the quality of a class. Not sure if the fix is taking a moment to mute everyone, or more frequent notice by the instructor, but it would greatly improve the quality of the class.
Verified Student on February 5, 2022
Class: Winter Bread Baking
Carol W. on February 4, 2022
Class: Winter Bread Baking
Great
Catheryn M. on March 30, 2021
Class: Sashiko: Decorative Japanese Mending
Loved it! Learned a lot! I prefer in person though, on a campus, because there are too many distractions working from home. However I must say the cost of the on line class was very reasonable.
Anna . on March 29, 2021
Class: Sashiko: Decorative Japanese Mending
It was interested an well organized. The only issue I had is that I felt the teacher should have had a separate camera to demonstrate techniques. I took a design class the week before with Tommye Scanlin. She actually had three cameras to show different angles. It really helped.
Pat S. on March 20, 2021
Class: Sashiko: Decorative Japanese Mending
I loved it! Instructor very knowledgeable, a good teacher and open to questions. Enthusiastic, as well. Wonderful to have access to such a knowledgeable teacher without having to travel.
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Penny Morgan
Penny Morgan (Prichard) has been involved with teaching cooking to adults since 2000. An accomplished fiber artist, Penny loves to share tips and inspiration with quilters, embroiderers and wool applique fans of all skill levels.
Penny has been teaching online courses since 2002. As an instructor for East Carolina University she has taught food labs online to many students. Penny is looking forward to using the Lessonface platform.