Gabi Bag workshop - 22 & 23 May 2025 with Yves

The project is great fun and covers a variety of different techniques, and can also easily be turned into a wall decoration if you prefer. The workshop will be conducted in French and English if required.

The workshop will cover the following skills:

- Hitomezashi sashiko stitching

- Using a grid to sew hitomezashi motifs

- Transferring sashiko patterns onto fabric

- Jane's boro inspired technique

Yves loves to inspire students with original ideas and techniques in the delicate craft of sashiko, dabbling in other forms of sashiko, including single-stitch sashiko (hitomezashi), boro inspired designs and kogin sewing. Sashiko stitch was originally used to repair and strengthen fabrics, but evolved into a decorative sewing technique throughout Japan, morphing into different styles. Sashiko has become popular because of its elegant, bold and meditative quality, its versatility and its ease of learning.

Yves will cover many sashiko techniques, including hitomezashi patterns, share facts about their origins and explain methods for transferring sashiko patterns onto fabrics. You'll also learn how to choose the right fabrics and tools for traditional sashiko techniques. Yves will also explain how to make "grain of rice" stitches - a term derived from what was once an official order that stitches on Japanese farmers' clothing should be no longer than a grain of rice and no wider than a piece of straw!

Price :

The price of the two-day workshop is 240€. This includes the workshop kit, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. Morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch are included on both days. Please include a message at checkout if you have any dietary requirements.

Local information and accommodation options:

BeBe Bold is just across the street from the Saline Royale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring exhibitions, extensive gardens and events. The Doubs and Jura region is rich in cultural interest and natural beauty. If you're a visitor, this would be an excellent opportunity to explore the region, including the ancient city of Besançon and the Thermes de Salins les Bains. If you'd like more information about local tourist attractions, we'd be happy to help.

Please let us know if you require accommodation and we'll be happy to help you make those arrangements. There are few different options available locally, so if you could let us know what type of accommodation you prefer, we'll try to accommodate your requirements.

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