Learn the art of Sashiko stitching in a beautiful Lewes setting

Hosted by Diana, the founder of sustainable clothing hub, DOLLY, this full day retreat has an emphasis on the visible mending skill of Sashiko stitching. Sashiko is the beautiful art of mending and reinforcing worn areas of clothing using patches and rows of little running stitches (sashiko literally means ‘little stabs’). You’ll be immersing ourselves in the mindful slowness and creativity of this enduring technique amongst alike keen stitchers. The day includes a delicious lunch, a mindful walk and special Japanese cocktails to finish the day with.

“At DOLLY believe there’s a wealth of power in a tiny needle and thread – loved clothes that last are part of the change we need to protect our planet and respect the people who craft our clothes.” Diana, founder of DOLLY Sustainable Clothing Hub

About the day:
Time: 10am-6pm
Cost: £145 including lunch and cocktails
Max: 12 participants (min 6)
The day will begin with introductions over coffee and pastries and spend the rest of the day stitching! There’ll be a couple of breaks throughout the day – one to enjoy a delicious lunch and the other (weather permitting) to take a short breather outside in the beautiful Grange Gardens a stones throw from our venue.
We’ll wrap up the day at 5.30pm over a glass of fizz and show n’ tell!
Bring along any clothes in need of love and care and any precious fabric offcuts you’d love to use (woven cloth works best). No need to bring anything else. They’ll supply our beautiful range of fabric offcuts and everything you need for an indulgent day all to yourself and your needle and thread.

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