Vitality Arts: Sashiko –– Minneapolis Institute of Art
navy blue fabric with white pattern stitching, with scissors and a needle and thread laying on top
Example of sashiko

Vitality Arts: Sashiko

Join artist and educator Akiko Ostlund for a sashiko workshop. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery technique. In this five-week class, you’ll learn the history of sashiko and try some basic stitches and patterns of this practical yet decorative stitching technique.

  • Tuesdays (five weeks), 1:30–4 p.m.
  • November 11–December 9, 2025
  • Studio 112 at Mia
  • No experience necessary
  • All materials provided
  • Anyone 55+ welcome to register

We offer a limited number of scholarships and a sliding scale of ticket prices to accommodate all learners.
Pay what you can: $225 | $175 | $125
Please email us for scholarship information.


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Example of sashiko