Make Your Own Sashiko Pin Cushion with Caroline Barley

Sashiko Pin Cushion with Caroline Barley, Friday 5 September 2025

Join Caroline to create your own pin cushion decorated with Sashiko stitching. Made using a clever 3D construction by hand or on your sewing machine you will then embellish your pin cushion by hand with a range of sashiko patterns.

You can use stencils designed by Caroline and available at Tudor Rose Patchwork. Work with the stunning and traditional indigo blue and white colourway or choose fabrics to coordinate with your sewing room. Use everyday whilst crafting or alternatively give as a gift.

Caroline's samples are 6 and 7cm. The design can easily be adapted to make the size you wish. The fabric used is a washed linen. You can use your own choice of fabrics, patterns and colours The decorative threads are sashiko threads and Perle 5. Everything is available at Tudor Rose Patchwork.

Learn a little about Japanese culture, seasonal influences and hear about Caroline's experiences of living in Japan and learning from skilled craftspeople.

Come along and enjoy a peaceful day of stitchery with Caroline.

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• Next Thursday, 11th September, 10:00 am, Dressmaking and more with Geraldine Sykes - Evenings and Days in Bedford
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• This month, 17th September, 10:00 am, The Beaders Beading Group with Sue Stallard in Bedford