Sashiko with Sanae Suzuki
Photo by Saon Kashem.
Photo by Saon Kashem.
When
10:00 am – 12:45 pm
Select Saturdays – 2026 Schedule:
- Beginner Workshop:
January 10,March 7,May 9,July 11, August 1, September 12 & November 7 - Mending Workshop:
January 24,March 21,May 23, July 25, September 26 & November 21
Where
Price
Each Workshop: $95.00 (+ $9.50 fee)
Sashiko + Mending Bundle: $170.00 (+ $17.00 fee) — $20.00 discount
Includes workshop materials.
About
Returning by popular demand, this two-session sashiko series led by Sanae Suzuki introduces the foundations of Japanese stitching alongside the art of visible mending.
Designed for both beginners and seasoned textile enthusiasts, it offers a clear path into sashiko, from cultural foundations to practical, sustainable repair.
In the Beginner Workshop, under Sanae’s instruction, you’ll explore the history and meaning of sashiko, practice the “unshin” stitching method, and learn the hitomezashi (rice-stitch) pattern. In the Mending Workshop, you'll apply these skills directly to your own garments, transforming wear into intentional design and embracing the Japanese mottainai philosophy of “waste not.”
Perfect for those seeking a quiet, meditative craft or a sustainable alternative to fast fashion, this series empowers participants to reclaim the value of their textiles through creativity and care. Save by registering for both workshops, and experience authentic, culturally grounded training at the heart of Los Angeles’ sashiko community.
Discover how sashiko can calm your mind, strengthen your craft, and reshape your relationship with the things you wear, one stitch at a time.
Please note: The Mending Workshop is intended for participants with basic sashiko or hand-sewing experience and focuses on mending techniques rather than basic instruction. Completion of the Beginner Workshop, or equivalent experience, is strongly recommended.
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About the Artist
Sanae Suzuki 鈴木草千(すずきさなえ)
Healing Artist, Author, Cancer & near-death survivor, and Whole Health Macrobiotic Holistic Nutrition Counselor, Practitioner, and Educator. Bach Flower Registered Practitioner (Flower Therapist), Herbalist, Certified Therapeutic Massage Therapist, and Reiki Practitioner for People and Animal Families. Animal Communicator and Certified Yoga Teacher.
Born and raised in Nagoya, Japan, Sanae foraged mushrooms and medicinal plants in the mountains of Mie with her grandmother when she was just three years old. Sanae loves growing organic vegetables, medicinal herbs, and native plants in her garden and foraging for the plants in the wild. She enjoys the art of calligraphy, drawing, watercolor, photography, sculpture, knitting, sashiko, natural botanical dye, wood-block print with botanical ink and paint, writing, and more as healing modalities. Sanae has dedicated her life to healing herself and helping others.
癒しのアーティスト、作家、癌回復者、臨死体験者、ホールヘルス マクロビオティック ホリスティック食養カウンセラー、実践者、教育者。バッチフラワー登録プラクティショナー(フラワーセラピスト)、ハーバリスト、認定セラピューティックマッサージセラピスト、人と動物家族のための霊気プラクティショナー。アニマルコミュニケーター、認定ヨガ講師。
名古屋出身。3 歳で祖母と一緒に三重の山でキノコや薬用植物を採集。庭で有機野菜、薬草、カリフォルニアネイティブ植物を育て、野生薬用植物の採集を好む。書道、デッサン、水彩画、写真、彫刻、編み物、刺し子、天然植物染料、植物性インクや絵の具を手作りして布木版画、執筆などを楽しむ癒しを匠として習得。自分自身を癒し、人を癒す助けを人生に捧げている。
Included Materials: Beginner Workshop
- Sashiko Threads (color: indigo/royal blue) 20m
- Sashiko Needles (2/pack, sizes: 1 15/16" and 2 5/8")
- Sarashi Natural Cotton Cloth
- 6-inch 8ths Graph Ruler
- Heat-Erasable Rollerball Pen
- Small Hand Sewing Scissors
- 4-page Handout
Note: Rulers, pens, and scissors are provided as shared materials during the workshop, and are not available to take home.
Included Materials: Mending Workshop
- Sashiko Threads (color: natural/white) 20m
- Sashiko Needles (2/pack, sizes: 1 15/16" and 2 5/8")
- Variety of Scrap Vintage Fabric for Mending (fabrics will vary)
- 6-inch 8ths Graph Ruler
- Heat-Erasable Rollerball Pen
- Small Hand Sewing Scissors
- Safety Pins
- Marking Pins
- Needle Thimble (if needed)
- 1-page Handout
Note: Rulers, pens, and scissors are provided as shared materials during the workshop, and are not available to take home. Please bring one clothing item made of cotton, linen, hemp, or denim for mending. Thicker fabrics, especially denim, require more effort, so please keep this in mind. Participants are also welcome to bring their own sashiko thread in different colors, fabric scraps (no synthetic fabrics), and a longer ruler for mending.
Accessibility
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, contact info@jaccc.org.
Plan Your Visit
JACCC is a 7-minute walk from the L.A. Metro Rail's Little Tokyo/Arts District Station, which connects to both the A and E lines via the Regional Connector.
For additional transportation options and parking details, check out Go Little Tokyo's Guide to the area here.