On this online course, you will be introduced to the traditional Japanese mending methods of Sashiko and Boro to create samples that can be developed into further projects.
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On this course, you will produce two experimental textile samples inspired by traditional Japanese embroidered mending techniques.You will be introduced to Sashiko embroidery, learning how to use running stitch to create geometric patterns on a plain cotton fabric.Then with Boro embroidery, you will learn how to repurpose scraps of fabric to make a new quilted piece.
What will we cover?
• Traditional Japanese textiles. • Sashiko embroidery techniques. • Boro quilting/embroidery techniques. • Ways to deconstruct and reconstruct fabric. • Colour, composition and pattern and how stitch can enhance these.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
• Recognise characteristics of traditional Japanese embroidery. • Understand how to do Sashiko embroidery. • Understand how to do Boro quilting/embroidery. • Feel confident to deconstruct and reconstruct fabrics. • Complete two Japanese inspired textile samples.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is suitable for beginners or professionals who want to broaden their textile skills. Stitching and quilting methods will be taught at an introductory level with an emphasis on providing a basis for taking ideas/techniques learnt forward. Group discussion and one- to- one support will be provided.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
This course will be taught online using Zoom the sessions will feature group discussion and critique, demonstrations, and one-to-one tutorials.
As an online course, you will require access to: • A reliable internet connection • A computer/laptop/ with a fully updated browser (preferably google chrome). Your device will need a microphone, and ideally, a camera • Using headphones with microphones will block out all room noise in sessions. • You will require a good broadband connection as mobile data 3G/4G or a mobile dongle will not provide sufficient bandwidth during live sessions.
This course is supported by Google Classroom, as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations, and handouts. You will be asked to complete learner progress records. You can find help via the student help centre on the City Lit website. Please note it is important that you sign up and log in to your course Google classroom prior to the first session. Joining details will be sent to you via email (check your junk/spam folder).
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You will also need the following materials for the first session. • Sashiko needles or regular embroidery needles. • Pins. • Sashiko thread. • Stranded embroidery cotton. • Small pair of embroidery scissors. • Medium weight plain, woven cotton fabric (no stretch). • Scraps of repurposed fabric. • Carbon paper. • A biro pen. • A ruler or tape measure.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
City Lit offers a wide range of textile courses in dyeing, construction, printing and embroidery where it will be possible to explore the techniques learnt on this course further.
Please browse the website for our upcoming courses. General information and advice is available from the City Lit Student Centre and Library from Monday to Friday from 10:30 -12:00 then 15:00 -17:00.
Lara Hailey is a textile artist and educator. Lara studied at Goldsmiths college and has taught at a number of London colleges, galleries and museums. She has exhibited her work throughout the UK and been involved in curating and facilitating community art projects.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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Stitching and quilting methods will be taught at an introductory level with an emphasis on providing a basis for taking ideas/techniques learnt forward. Group discussion and one- to- one support will be provided.<p>This course will be taught online using Zoom the sessions will feature group discussion and critique, demonstrations, and one-to-one tutorials.<br/><br/>As an online course, you will require access to:<br/>• A reliable internet connection<br/>• A computer/laptop/ with a fully updated browser (preferably google chrome). Your device will need a microphone, and ideally, a camera<br/>• Using headphones with microphones will block out all room noise in sessions.<br/>• You will require a good broadband connection as mobile data 3G/4G or a mobile dongle will not provide sufficient bandwidth during live sessions.<br/><br/>This course is supported by Google Classroom, as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations, and handouts. You will be asked to complete learner progress records.<br/>You can find help via the student help centre on the City Lit website.<br/>Please note it is important that you sign up and log in to your course Google classroom prior to the first session.<br/>Joining details will be sent to you via email (check your junk/spam folder).</p>You will also need the following materials for the first session. <br/>• Sashiko needles or regular embroidery needles.<br/>• Pins.<br/>• Sashiko thread. <br/>• Stranded embroidery cotton. <br/>• Small pair of embroidery scissors.<br/>• Medium weight plain, woven cotton fabric (no stretch).<br/>• Scraps of repurposed fabric.<br/>• Carbon paper.<br/>• A biro pen.<br/>• A ruler or tape measure.<p>City Lit offers a wide range of textile courses in dyeing, construction, printing and embroidery where it will be possible to explore the techniques learnt on this course further.<br/><br/>Please browse the website for our upcoming courses.<br/>General information and advice is available from the City Lit Student Centre and Library from Monday to Friday from 10:30 -12:00 then 15:00 -17:00.</p>Fashion & textilesEmbroidery & stitchvirtual11914997VO725NONEThu12/03/26 - 26/03/2618:00 - 21:0018:0021:003 sessions (over 3 weeks)31 to 4 weeksEveningWeekdayOnlineOnlineLara HaileyBeginnersAvailable courses2026-03-12T00:00:00+00:00Mar 2026Art & design149149Textiles: Japanese Boro and Sashiko stitchtextiles-japanese-boro-and-sashiko-stitch/vo725-2526On this online course, you will be introduced to the traditional Japanese mending methods of Sashiko and Boro to create samples that can be developed into further projects.0010-StartedAvailable|2026-03-12 00:00:00On this course, you will produce two experimental textile samples inspired by traditional Japanese embroidered mending techniques.You will be introduced to Sashiko embroidery, learning how to use running stitch to create geometric patterns on a plain cotton fabric.Then with Boro embroidery, you will learn how to repurpose scraps of fabric to make a new quilted piece.On this online course, you will be introduced to the traditional Japanese mending methods of Sashiko and Boro to create samples that can be developed into further projects.• Traditional Japanese textiles.<br/> • Sashiko embroidery techniques.<br/> • Boro quilting/embroidery techniques.<br/> • Ways to deconstruct and reconstruct fabric.<br/> • Colour, composition and pattern and how stitch can enhance these.• Recognise characteristics of traditional Japanese embroidery.<br/> • Understand how to do Sashiko embroidery.<br/> • Understand how to do Boro quilting/embroidery.<br/> • Feel confident to deconstruct and reconstruct fabrics.<br/> • Complete two Japanese inspired textile samples.The course is suitable for beginners or professionals who want to broaden their textile skills. Stitching and quilting methods will be taught at an introductory level with an emphasis on providing a basis for taking ideas/techniques learnt forward. Group discussion and one- to- one support will be provided.<p>This course will be taught online using Zoom the sessions will feature group discussion and critique, demonstrations, and one-to-one tutorials.<br/><br/>As an online course, you will require access to:<br/>• A reliable internet connection<br/>• A computer/laptop/ with a fully updated browser (preferably google chrome). Your device will need a microphone, and ideally, a camera<br/>• Using headphones with microphones will block out all room noise in sessions.<br/>• You will require a good broadband connection as mobile data 3G/4G or a mobile dongle will not provide sufficient bandwidth during live sessions.<br/><br/>This course is supported by Google Classroom, as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations, and handouts. You will be asked to complete learner progress records.<br/>You can find help via the student help centre on the City Lit website.<br/>Please note it is important that you sign up and log in to your course Google classroom prior to the first session.<br/>Joining details will be sent to you via email (check your junk/spam folder).</p>You will also need the following materials for the first session. <br/>• Sashiko needles or regular embroidery needles.<br/>• Pins.<br/>• Sashiko thread. <br/>• Stranded embroidery cotton. <br/>• Small pair of embroidery scissors.<br/>• Medium weight plain, woven cotton fabric (no stretch).<br/>• Scraps of repurposed fabric.<br/>• Carbon paper.<br/>• A biro pen.<br/>• A ruler or tape measure.<p>City Lit offers a wide range of textile courses in dyeing, construction, printing and embroidery where it will be possible to explore the techniques learnt on this course further.<br/><br/>Please browse the website for our upcoming courses.<br/>General information and advice is available from the City Lit Student Centre and Library from Monday to Friday from 10:30 -12:00 then 15:00 -17:00.</p>Fashion & textilesEmbroidery & stitchconfigurable
