SWELL Holidays Workshop with Penny Lennon - Sashiko Stitching Workshop

Artist: Penelope Lennon

Penny is a passionate fibre and textile artist based on the Gold Coast. She stitches and weaves whenever she can to create wonderful and thoughtful works of art. This December come along to Currumbin RSL and immerse yourself in two wonderful workshops, Japanese Sashiko Stitching and Raffia Weaving.

Japanese Sashiko Stitching Workshop

In this workshop you will learn how a simple running stitch can create a beautiful design. This will be an introduction to this very mindful traditional Japanese needlework.

You will make a fabric mat for your cup with your stitching on one side and beautiful Japanese fabric on the other. All materials will be provided including vintage kimono cloth, contemporary Japanese fabrics, threads and needles.

We will stitch together for 2 hours.

Two workshops times to choose from ages 12+

Beginners welcome!

Date: Tuesday 12 December

Times: 2pm to 4pm & 5pm to 7pm (two time slots)

Location: Currumbin RSL on the Deck

Cost: $44 including all materials

Click here for LINK to Raffia Weaving Workshop Info