# Event Details - **Event Name**: Sashiko Stitching for Beginners - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 03:30 pm - **Event Description**: A beginner-friendly Sashiko workshop with hands-on stitching, patterns, and a take-home kit included, led by SWI tutor Lorraine McCafferty.About this EventSashiko Stitching for BeginnersA hands-on 5-hour workshop with SWI tutor Lorraine McCaffertyDiscover the beauty and mindfulness of Sashiko, the traditional Japanese art of decorative stitching. Perfect for beginners, this workshop introduces the history, techniques, tools, and stitches that make Sashiko a timeless craft.You’ll enjoy a mix of demonstrations and hands-on practice, including:Introduction to Sashiko, patterns, fabrics, and threadsPreparing fabric and marking designsLearning Hitomezashi and Moyozashi stitchesPracticing 2–3 traditional patterns to take homeExploring stencils, templates, and creative applicationsLunch will be provided, with a 30-minute break and tea and coffee available.All materials are provided, including Japanese fabric, traditional thread, and needles, so you can start stitching right away. Leave inspired with new skills and sample pieces to continue your Sashiko journey at home! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/9950f910-de86-11f0-9ecf-37c8af779cb5-rimg-w1200-h360-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Scottish Women's Institutes is a charity which offers a platform for women to get together, learn new skills, improve their health and wellbeing and make lasting friendships. There are groups in towns, villages and cities around the country and a varied calendar of online events covering creative crafts, women's health and much more. Find out more at www.theswi.org.uk - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/sashiko-stitching-for-beginners/100001975276011724 - **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness, art, nonprofit, charities, calendar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 35, max: 40, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: SWI Central Office - **lat**: 55.96944649999999 - **long**: -3.1862898 - **full address**: SWI Central Office, Unit 8, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Sashiko Stitching for Beginners - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/1036b539713ff40d81c5234d515348470a3778773b5b8b954e486b652037c78e-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1766333224 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Sashiko Stitching for Beginners being held? - **A:** Sashiko Stitching for Beginners takes place on Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 03:30 pm at SWI Central Office, Unit 8, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Sashiko Stitching for Beginners? - **A:** Ticket prices for Sashiko Stitching for Beginners range from GBP 35 to GBP 40 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilitySWI Member Ticket (+booking fee)GBP 35AvailableNon-Member Ticket (+booking fee)GBP 40Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Sashiko Stitching for Beginners? - **A:** Sashiko Stitching for Beginners is organized by SWI Events team. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Sashiko Stitching for Beginners 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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