# Event Details - **Event Name**: Creative making: Sashiko Embroidery - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:30 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 01:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Learn the process of sashiko embroidery and share this experience with like-minded individuals.About this EventMending textiles is a popular and effective way to reduce waste and pollution. Every culture has its unique methods, and this workshop will introduce you to Boro, the Japanese art of mending. This tradition utilizes the sashiko stitch, a simple yet beautiful technique to renew fabric.The repetitive movements of sashiko stitching can also promote mindfulness, offering a chance for your body to reset and activate its natural healing and renewal processes.What you will learn:The philosophy behind this mending techniqueHow to design and create sashiko patternsPreparing the fabric for stitchingIntroduction to special tools used in sashikoMastering the sashiko stitchAll equipment and materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own fabric or garments to mend. This short workshop will quickly deepen your textile skills, equipping you to confidently tackle larger projects.About the facilitatorThe session will be led by Remode Collective. Refreshments will be provided, and there will be an opportunity to see related books from the Library’s collection.When you book an event, your personal information will be held and used by the National Library of Scotland and our third-party suppliers for the purposes of allowing you to attend the event and for audience research. For more information, visit the privacy pages, in particular the events notice and feedback and complaints notice. We expect attendees to behave respectfully towards presenters, guests and other audience members. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/creative-making-sashiko-embroidery/100001983780784729 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15, max: 15, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: National Library of Scotland - **lat**: 55.9485782 - **long**: -3.1919722 - **full address**: National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Creative making: Sashiko Embroidery - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7841c856cdaf1024f7045911b36c1595483a4ef2d230773e50d75fa1a36da737-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf6f8f5-gmir.jpg?v=1772119930 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Creative making: Sashiko Embroidery being held? - **A:** Creative making: Sashiko Embroidery takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:30 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 01:30 pm at National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Creative making: Sashiko Embroidery? - **A:** Tickets for Creative making: Sashiko Embroidery are priced at GBP 15 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 15Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Creative making: Sashiko Embroidery? - **A:** Creative making: Sashiko Embroidery is organized by National Library of Scotland. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Creative making: Sashiko Embroidery is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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