Instructor: William Jefferies

Skill Level:  All Levels Welcome

In this class, students will learn Sashiko, which is the Art of Japanese Mending. Its origins begin in Edo Period Japan. It began within the rural cultures of farmers and fishing communities and has evolved over centuries from a basic necessity into the decorative art that is cherished today. The word Sashiko means “little stabs”, which refers to the running stitch in the repeating and interlocking patterns. Each student may bring their own fabrics or other material(s)and notions for this class or materials can be provided.

Materials needed for class: sashiko kit, article of clothing that needs to be repaired, and mending patches( pieces of fabric) that match in weight to your article of clothing.

Masks are not required to attend class, however, you may wear one if you want. Also, if you feel sick, please have the courtesy not to come to class. I am sure that arrangements can be made for a later date.

About the Instructor:
Hello there! My name is William and my obsession with the fashion industry started in 10th grade when I first learned screen printing and I began making t-shirts for family and friends. After high school, I embarked on a mission to gain further knowledge about the fashion industry attending Bradley Academy for the Visual Arts(AiYork) and the Art Institute of Philadelphia, graduating in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design. During college, I secured internships at SeanJohn and Undr Crwn Footwear &Apparel, as well as doing some freelance work for Elusion Clothing. I currently run a handmade denim company ( www.jackandjeffdenimco.com) doing custom projects or small batches. I have an online class, “ Sewing with Willie J: A Tote Bag Story”, on www.Skillshare.com as well as a sewing blog, www.WilliamSewFresh.weebly.com that I started at the beginning of 2023. 
Cancellation/Refund Policy: 

The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen does not provide cash refunds for the cancellation of classes unless the class is canceled by the instructor or the Guild.

In order to request a withdrawal from a workshop, students must contact the Guild by phone at 717-431-8706 or contact us here at least 7 days prior to the class. Students who request a withdrawal at least 7 days prior to the class will receive a credit that can be used toward another workshop. No refunds or transfers will be given to cancellation requests made with less than 24 hours’ notice of the class.

Please note that we are unable to provide refunds for missed classes due to personal scheduling conflicts. If you are sick with Covid-19 or believe that you may have been recently exposed, please email kelly@pacrafts.org.

  • Sashiko Mending
     2023-09-24
     10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Venue Phone: 717-431-8706

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Address:
335 N Queen St, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 17603, United States

Workshop Teachers

  • William Jefferies
    Hello there! My name is William and my obsession with the fashion industry started in 10th grade when I first learned screen printing and I began making t-shirts for family and friends. After high school, I embarked on a mission to gain further knowledge about the fashion industry attending Bradley Academy for the Visual Arts(AiYork) and the Art Institute of Philadelphia, graduating in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design.