Workshops
'The Mending'
Sashiko inspired class
We will explore the art of Sashiko — celebrating both repetition and the beauty of imperfection.
I’ll guide you through the process of stitching on repurposed vintage textiles such as obi, boro, & kimono. These pieces, once worn & loved, take on new life through your thoughtful stitching.
By the end of the workshop, you'll leave with your own handmade creation—crafted with care, patience, and an understanding of how the simple act of stitching can bring both beauty and function to repurposed textiles.
This workshop will deepen your connection to the rhythmic flow of Sashiko and the mindful art of transforming fabric.
2 Days: ¥75,000 per student
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Repurposing classic denim pieces or luxury, vintage tailoring.
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Combining them with antique, Japanese textiles & Sashiko.
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Selecting from my extensive collection of vintage, classic garments & textiles.
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Create and take home, your one off, handcrafted garment.
2 Days: ¥75,000 per student
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Enhancing existing vintage Japanese textiles.
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Dying, hand-painting & appliqué will be skills you will master.
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Select from extensive collection of plain silks & vintage Japanese textiles.
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Select from my own pattern library.
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Construct a simple tunic, bomber or other style to create your one off, handcrafted, take home piece.
'Let it Bloom'
Kimono remake class
We will explore the art of textile design, creating a unique piece for your own, take-home garment. The re-purposing of used kimono, obi, boro, unused bolts of kimono as well as many other Japanese textiles collected over time.
You will be able to embellish the garment if you choose, exploring the use of several, decorative techniques.
The classic Bomber jacket has been a mainstay of mine over the years, let's make one together!
Choose from my extensive, textile collection.
From plain silks, woven, printed or embroidered pieces.
I'll guide you through the many options and possible treatments you will add to the cloth. Visit the Gallery page for inspiration.
'Lost in the Blue'
Denim & Cyanotype class
The enduring appeal of denim worn over time.
The beautiful blues and hues, revitalised through the exposure of botanicals to the sun, using the process of cyanotype printing.
Drawn to nature, we will wander and collect the seasons offerings to create your unique, cyanotype denim piece.
The accepting of the 'letting go' of certainty and being open to surprise and the mystery of the sun and cyanotypes.
You will create your own 'take-home' piece by the end of the workshop.
2 days: ¥75,000 per student
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Selecting from my extensive collection of classic denim pieces.
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Reimagining & re-working the piece.
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Designing your cyanotype ‘artwork’.
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Applying the solution to your garment & exposing it to the sun.
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Watch the sun transfer your artwork onto the garment.
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Rinse in fresh water & sun dry.
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Take home your own handcrafted garment.
All workshops are for 1 to 2 students or 1 student and their non-participating partner.
Please discuss your non-participating partners needs for a stay rate.
Included
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All garments, materials & embellishments needed to complete your own handcrafted take home piece.
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1 night accommodation in the newly renovated separate, private residence.
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All meals. Day 1 lunch & dinner. Day 2 breakfast & lunch. Catered for by a local cafe specializing in homemade, delicious meals.
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Access
Ōmi-Maiko Station
From Kyoto
From Osaka
I will meet you at Omi-Maiko station and it's a brief 7 minute walk from the station.
Residence Address:
178 Minamikomatsu Otsu-Shi,Shiga-Ken 520-0502 Japan
Special Rapid on JR Kosei Line: 30 minutes
(Local trains are fine too, are just slower.
All trains stop at Omimaiko).
Special Rapid on JR Kosei Line: 1 hour 3 minutes
(Local trains are fine too, are just slower.
All trains stop at Omimaiko).