QUIET MOMENTS, STITCHED BY HAND
Beautifully hosted stitching experiences in London where you can slow down, create and connect. Discover the mindful Japanese art of sashiko through workshops, social gatherings and private events.
No experience needed. All materials included.
Take a Seat at the Table
Slow Stitch Social
Where conversation flows, time slows down.
1.5 hour hosted experience • All materials and guidance included • Food and drinks available to purchase
Join us for a beautifully hosted evening of traditional Japanese stitching, seasonal food, wine and meaningful conversation.
Slow Stitch Social is an invitation to step away from the everyday, meet others and create something beautiful by hand. No experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to slow down.
Wedensday Oct 15th | 7.00pm–8:30pm
Second Nature Hotel|10 Windmill Road, London W4 1SD
Your evening includes
🪡 A guided introduction to the history and principles of traditional Japanese sashiko
🧵 Everything you need to learn the simple, rhythmic stitching technique
✨ A hand-stitched keepsake card to take home
♻️ Thoughtfully prepared reclaimed denim and all stitching materials
Come on your own or with a friend—you’ll always be warmly welcomed.
Leave feeling calmer, connected and inspired.
Quiet moments, stitched by hand.
Places are limited.
Second Nature Chiswick was inspired by the Arts & Craft movement. Their spaces are full of handcrafted pieces from local artists and skilled craftspeople, giving you a greater connection to the area. As a ‘whole life net zero’ hometel, 100% of the carbon emissions from conception through to end-of-life have been reduced and rebalanced to zero. This is the 1st hotel in the world to do so.
Quiet moments, stitched by hand.
The Slow Stitch Table is a relaxed, welcoming space to practise sashiko, develop your skills and enjoy some unhurried creative time in the company of others.
The Slow Stitch Table welcomes both new and returning stitchers. If you are new to sashiko, Alicia will guide you through the foundations and help you begin a simple project. Returning stitchers can work at their own pace, continue an existing piece or explore a new pattern, with guidance and support whenever needed.
This is a relaxed, shared stitching session rather than a formal step-by-step workshop, allowing everyone to enjoy the table in their own way.
No pressure and no need to keep up—simply take a seat, stitch at your own pace and enjoy the process.
What’s included
1.5 hours of relaxed stitching time
Guidance and support throughout
Use of shared sashiko tools
Standard materials for a simple sashiko project
A choice of patterns to suit your experience
Advice on repairing or embellishing your own item
Additional materials will be available to purchase.
Session details
1.5 hours
Nov 3- 7pm-8:30pm (Evening session)
The Victoria, East Sheen
Suitable for beginners and returning stitchers
£39 with a sashiko starter kit
£29 without a sashiko starter kit
Why join?
Discover the mindful art of sashiko in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
Make time for creativity without pressure or expectation.
Learn a traditional Japanese stitching technique with modern uses.
Continue a project with guidance whenever you need it.
Connect naturally with others through the shared experience of making.
Leave feeling calmer, inspired and pleased with what you have created by hand.
Come on your own or with a friend—you’ll always be warmly welcomed at the table.
It will be a joy to stitch with you.
Alicia x
Quiet moments, stitched by hand.
Hosted sashiko experiences, materials and an introduction to the culture, history, and mindful practice of sashiko.
You will discover the history and beauty of the Japanese stitching art Sashiko — a traditional craft that celebrates creativity, mindfulness, and care for what we have.
Every workshop is about slowing down, enjoying the process, and learning how small stitches can make a big difference.
No stitching skills? No worries — we’ve got you covered!
All tools and materials for the 2-hour workshop will be provided and you’l learn how to:
🪡 Safely thread and use a Sashiko needle
🧵 Learn and practice sashiko stitching, create a project of your choice to display, gift, mend, or embellish.
✨ Create one-of-a-kind pieces filled with your own creativity
👚 You’re welcome to bring an item that needs a repair, for review and advice
Workshop Details
2 hours
Learning Hub - Chiswick House and Gardens
Continue your Sashiko practice
Choose a single session for £45, or join three sessions for £125 with a Sashiko Series Pass. Each session includes guidance, a different creative project and all standard materials.
Sashiko Series Pass
Valid for six months
Advance booking required for each date
All standard materials included
Can be used across different Sashiko projects
Premium sessions with higher material costs may require a small supplement
Places remain subject to availability
Why Join?
Discover the mindful art of sashiko in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
Enjoy the satisfaction of creating something beautiful by hand.
Learn a traditional Japanese stitching technique with modern applications for creativity, repair, and personalisation.
Connect with others through a shared experience of making and slow creativity.
Perfect for beginners and returning stitchers alike, with gentle guidance throughout.
It will be a joy to welcome you and discover this beautiful craft together.
Alicia x
Slow Stitch Social
Where conversation flows, time slows down.
Join us for a beautifully hosted evening of traditional Japanese stitching, seasonal food, wine and meaningful conversation.
Slow Stitch Social is an invitation to step away from the everyday, meet others and create something beautiful by hand. No experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to slow down.
Thursday 8th October | 7.00pm–9.00pm
3 Liffords Place, SW13 9LR
Your evening includes
🪡 A guided introduction to the history and principles of traditional Japanese sashiko
🧵 Everything you need to learn the simple, rhythmic stitching technique
✨ A hand-stitched keepsake card to take home
♻️ Thoughtfully prepared reclaimed denim and all stitching materials
Seasonal food and drink
🥣 Seasonal nibbles selection (Please share any dietary requirements or allergies when booking)
🍷 A complimentary glass of red or white wine
Come on your own or with a friend—you’ll always be warmly welcomed.
Leave feeling calmer, connected and inspired.
Quiet moments, stitched by hand.
Places are limited.
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PRIVATE & CORPORATE
Bespoke sashiko experiences for friends, celebrations, teams and brands.
SASHIKO SESSIONS
Welcoming regular sessions for new and returning stitchers to learn, practise or continue a project.
SASHIKO : 刺し子
Sashiko is traditional Japanese hand-stitching people practised in daily life. It is a quiet yet powerful expression of care, intention and the ordinary act of stitching itself.
Used to strengthen and repair cloth, it continues to inspire a more thoughtful way of making and caring for what we already own.
Private & Corporate Experiences
Hosted sashiko experiences with curated kits and an introduction to the culture, history, and mindful practice of sashiko.
Private Experiences
Creative gatherings for friends, celebrations, and special occasions.
Corporate Workshops - The Slow Pause
Mindful team experiences centred around creativity, repair, and connection. s
‘The atmosphere Alicia created was warm and welcoming just as Alicia is herself. The other attendees were lovely, making the whole session feel collaborative and fun. I left the class feeling inspired, those holey clothes have nowhere to hide now!’
Oak, Richmond
Hi! I’m Alicia
After more than 20 years working in sustainable fashion, I founded The Sashiko Atelier to share a slower, more thoughtful approach to creativity. Through welcoming sessions and beautifully hosted experiences, help people discover the pleasure of making, repairing and spending time together around the table.
Stitch At Home
Beautiful sashiko supplies, curated kits and thoughtful tools for slow creativity.
Transfer your sashiko stencil designs onto fabric with this easy-to-use marking paste. It’s especially handy for larger or more detailed patterns.
Brush a thin layer over your stencil using the soft brush. Leave it to dry for around 10 minutes, then you’re ready to stitch. When your stitching is finished, remove the markings with a warm iron, no washing needed.
Choose white paste for dark or medium-dark fabrics, or blue or red paste for white and light-coloured fabrics. A little goes a long way.
Each tin is 40g.
Test on a fabric offcut first, particularly if the fabric is delicate or heat-sensitive.
Choose from 12 Sashiko stencil patterns to inspire your visible mending and creative stitching.
Use a reusable stencil with our Sashiko marking paste to transfer your chosen pattern onto fabric. It’s an easier first step than drawing the grid lines traditionally used to mark out many Sashiko patterns, so you can get straight to the stitching.
Try it on a repair, a worn area that needs reinforcing, a bag, or a favourite garment you’d like to make your own.
The Sashiko Card Kit
Designed as an introduction to sashiko, this kit invites you to slow down, stitch by hand, and create something meaningful.
Once you’ve learned the basics, sashiko can also be used to personalise, embellish, and repair textiles through visible mending techniques honouring the original spirit and intention of sashiko.
Each kit features a hand-prepared piece(s) of upcycled denim. Every square begins life as a discarded pair of jeans and is thoughtfully washed, cut, and prepared in my London studio, giving new life to textiles that might otherwise go to waste.
Your sashiko kit includes everything you need to begin hand stitching to transform your stitching into thoughtful gifts or keepsakes.
What’s inside
· Each kit includes 2 unique pieces of reclaimed denim.
· 20m Sashiko thread
· Two Sashiko needles
· Sashiko pattern template (reusable)
· A heat-erasable chalk pencil for marking fabrics
· 2 x blank aperture cards with envelopes for mounting stitched pieces
· Illustrated stitch guide
A gentle introduction to the art of sashiko
Slow, mindful making with a beautiful piece to gift, display, or keep
Handcrafted and packed in London using reclaimed textiles
A small gift for yourself or someone special, thoughtfully made.
Each piece is individually handstitched by Alicia using reclaimed denim and inspired by the traditional Japanese practice of sashiko — a craft rooted in care, repair and lasting beauty.
Created from carefully selected upcycled denim jeans, every piece carries its own character and subtle variations, making each one completely unique.
Designed as a meaningful alternative to mass-produced gifting, these hand-finished pieces celebrate thoughtful giving, slow craftsmanship and everyday beauty.
Perfect for teachers, book lovers and those who appreciate handmade design.
Details
• Individually handstitched
• Crafted from reclaimed denim jeans
• Sashiko-inspired detailing
• Each piece is one of a kind
B_Boheme — mindful making, stitched slowly.
Gift-ready • Handmade in small batches • Limited availability
Please note: each piece is individually handmade and one of a kind. If you have a preferred colour palette or style, please leave a note at checkout and I will do my best to match your request. While preferences cannot be guaranteed due to availability, I will select the closest available piece with care.
Collection from home studio, Palmerston Road SW14 7PZ or via post.