Sashiko embroidery traditionally used geometric patterns and designs inspired by nature to repair and embellish fabrics. (waves, mountains, bamboo, lightning, linked hexagons, persimmon flower etc.) 

In this 2.5 hour workshop you will learn about traditional tools and methods. We will dive into patterning, stitching techniques, hand position, posture, and rhythm. In class you will design the outside of your kit, practice stitching and learn all you need to make your own kit- take your stitching projects everywhere.

Bring your creativity- all supplies can be purchased before class at the black squirrel in Temescal alley or Berkeley location. As backup i will have supplies you can borrow.

You will need: 1-2 fat quarters of fabric- one solid and one print for inside of kit. Long sashiko needles, japanese thimble, sashiko thread + nippers.

Rare Bird Maker Studio 3883 Piedmont Ave, Oakland

https://www.therarebird.com/collections/march-2020-workshops

Lynn Ursic brings together her work as a design professional and yoga teacher in this fun, light hearted afternoon exploring mending techniques. Bring an old favorite that is tattered, worn or stained back to life.

+ Come together as a community to make with our hands.

+ Learn new skills to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life.

+ Encourage postural alignment for all types of seated work.

+ approach hand sewing as a moving meditation.

+ Good for the planet.

Bring your favorite old jeans or any garment to mend (you can even cover a stain) plus any additional used cloth that you love for patches. Sewing supplies + tools provided- but please feel free to bring your sewing basket.

Never sewn a button - learn the basics | Experienced - grow your skills and learn healthy habits.

sign up - https://www.therarebird.com

Lynn Ursic brings together her work as a design professional and yoga teacher in this fun, light hearted afternoon exploring mending techniques. Bring an old favorite that is tattered, worn or stained back to life.

+ Come together as a community to make with our hands.

+ Learn new skills to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life.

+ Encourage postural alignment for all types of seated work.

+ approach hand sewing as a moving meditation.

+ Good for the planet.

Bring your favorite old jeans or any garment to mend (you can even cover a stain) plus any additional used cloth that you love for patches. Sewing supplies + tools provided- but please feel free to bring your sewing basket.

Never sewn a button - learn the basics | Experienced - grow your skills and learn healthy habits.

sign up - https://www.therarebird.com

Lynn Ursic brings together her work as a design professional and yoga teacher in this fun, light hearted afternoon explore mending. Bring an old favorite that is tattered, worn or stained back to life.

+ Come together as a community to make with our hands.

+ Learn new skills to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life.

+ Encourage postural alignment for all types of seated work.

+ Approach hand sewing as a moving meditation.

+Good for the environment.

Bring your favorite old jeans or any garment to mend (you can even cover a stain) plus any additional used cloth that you love for patches. Sewing supplies + tools provided- but please feel free to bring your sewing basket too.

Never sewn a button - learn the basics | Experienced - grow your skills and learn healthy habits.

http://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

Achy Shoulders? Stiff Neck? Carpal Tunnel? Low Back Pain?

Be a maker + be pain free! 

This workshop is for all who wish to develop healthy habits- keep doing what you love, for life.

In just 1.5 hours you will learn: self massage, postural alignment, breath techniques, simple effective stretches and rolling for myofascial release.

Great for knitters, artists, woodworkers, stitchers, mouse + keyboard users and anyone who has repetitive stress in work or play.

Yoga therapy balls $15 are included in class fee, along with many tips, they work wonders.

No yoga experience or outfit needed, great for all humans!

register:  http://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

Sashiko embroidery traditionally used geometric patterns and designs inspired by nature to repair and embellish fabrics. (waves, mountains, bamboo, lightning, linked hexagons, persimmon flower etc.) 

In this 2.5 hour workshop you will learn about traditional tools and methods. We will dive into patterning, stitching techniques, hand position, posture, and rhythm. In class you will design the outside of your kit, practice stitching and learn all you need to make your own kit- take your stitching projects everywhere.

Bring your creativity- all supplies can be purchased before class at the black squirrel in Temescal alley or Berkeley location. As backup i will have supplies you can borrow.

You will need: 1-2 fat quarters of fabric- one solid and one print for inside of kit. Long sashiko needles, japanese thimble, sashiko thread + nippers.

Rare Bird Maker Studio 3883 Piedmont Ave, Oakland

https://www.therarebird.com/collections/march-2020-workshops

Lynn Ursic brings together her work as a design professional and yoga teacher in this fun, light- hearted afternoon exploring Boro, the Japanese inspired method of mending something tattered.

+ Come together as a community to make with our hands.

+ Learn new skills to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life.

+ Encourage postural alignment for all types of seated work.

+ Practice techniques to help prevent wrist or hand strain.

+ Explore asana and breath to help soften tight neck and shoulders.

Bring your favorite old jeans or any garment to mend (you can even cover a stain) plus any additional used cloth that you love for patches. Sewing supplies + tools provided- but please feel free to bring your sewing basket too.

Never sewn a button - learn the basics | Experienced - learn healthy habits

rip. cut. stitch. wear.

This workshop is for anyone (over 16) who would like to learn how to create by reinvention. Do you have something taking up space in your closet that you never wear but the fabric is gorgeous or something that doesn’t fit quite right but the memories are good?

bring a few options- clothes in need of a make-over:

-turn a pullover into a cardigan -merge 2 jackets into one

-add pockets to a garment -re-design necklines, sleeves + hems

-turn pants into a skirt -change the shape with tucks, darts etc

the possibilities are endless…inspiration photos from fall 2019 collections

This 3 hour classes will teach you a few basics and spark your imagination. You will learn all you need to know to finish one simple deconstruction project in class-more complicated projects will need to be finished at home.

Purchase your own thread + extra fabric + supplies (tools provided). Feel free to bring your own sewing basket too. 

 http://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

Sashiko, means little stabs , We will explore one of the basic sashiko “styles”: moyozashi (patterns) by using continuous lines of stitches to make larger patterns. This method of embroidery traditionally used geometric patterns and patterns inspired by nature to embellish fabrics.  Waves, mountains, bamboo, lightning, linked hexagons, persimmon flower, crests etc.) 

Materials Required
Bring your creativity and any clean, pre washed garments or fabric to embellish with a traditional pattern or one of your own design. Jeans, cotton jacket, skirt, pillow cover or sweater- you name it. Ideally something you have and want to upgrade with a beautiful stitch pattern.

Rare Bird Maker Studio 3883 Piedmont Ave, Oakland

https://www.therarebird.com/collections/september-2019-workshops-1

Sashiko, literally means "little stabs" is a form of decorative reinforcement stitching (or functional embroidery) from Japan that started out of practical need during the Edo era (1615-1868). Traditionally this techique was used to reinforce points of wear or to repair worn places or tears with patches, making the darned piece stronger, warmer and to preserve the garment or blanket. 

Sashiko embroidery traditionally used geometric patterns and patterns inspired by nature to repair and embellish fabrics. (waves, mountains, bamboo, lightning, linked hexagons, persimmon flower etc.) 

Materials Required
Bring your creativity and any clean, pre washed garments or fabric to embellish, repair or to simply cover a stain. Jeans, cotton jacket, skirt, pillow cover or sweater- you name it. Ideally something you have and want to upcycle.

The Black Squirrel

http://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

Sashiko, literally means "little stabs" is a form of decorative reinforcement stitching (or functional embroidery) from Japan that started out of practical need during the Edo era (1615-1868). Traditionally this techique was used to reinforce points of wear or to repair worn places or tears with patches, making the darned piece stronger, warmer and to preserve the garment or blanket. 

Sashiko embroidery traditionally used geometric patterns and patterns inspired by nature to repair and embellish fabrics. (waves, mountains, bamboo, lightning, linked hexagons, persimmon flower etc.) 

Materials Required
Bring your creativity and any clean, pre washed garments or fabric to embellish, repair or to simply cover a stain. Jeans, cotton jacket, skirt, pillow cover or sweater- you name it. Ideally something you have and want to upcycle.

Rare Bird Maker Studio 3883 Piedmont Ave, Oakland

https://www.therarebird.com/collections/diy-workshops

rip. cut. stitch. wear.

This workshop is for anyone (over 16) who would like to learn how to create by reinvention. Do you have something taking up space in your closet that you never wear but the fabric is gorgeous or something that doesn’t fit quite right but the memories are good?

bring a few options- clothes in need of a make-over:

-turn a pullover into a cardigan -merge 2 jackets into one

-add pockets to a garment -re-design necklines, sleeves + hems

-turn pants into a skirt -change the shape with tucks, darts etc

the possibilities are endless…inspiration photos from fall 2019 collections

This 3 hour classes will teach you a few basics and spark your imagination. You will learn all you need to know to finish one simple deconstruction project in class-more complicated projects will need to be finished at home.

Purchase your own thread + extra fabric + supplies (tools provided). Feel free to bring your own sewing basket too. 

 http://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

Lynn Ursic brings together her work as a design professional and yoga teacher in this fun, light- hearted afternoon exploring Boro, the Japanese craft of mending something tattered. You will learn the running stitch that is used to reinforce clothes and recycle the used clothes into household objects and eventually cleaning cloths.

+ Come together as a community to make with our hands.

+ Learn new skills to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life.

+ Encourage postural alignment for all types of seated work.

+ Practice techniques to help prevent wrist or hand strain.

+ approach hand sewing as a moving meditation.

Bring your favorite old jeans or any garment to mend (you can even cover a stain) plus any additional used cloth that you love for patches. Sewing supplies + tools provided- but please feel free to bring your sewing basket too.

Never sewn a button - learn the basics | Experienced - grow your skills and learn healthy habits

https://www.therarebird.com/collections/diy-workshops

design + hand sew a simple tunic or dress

This workshop is for anyone (over 16) who would like to learn how to create their own simple minimalist dress or tunic by hand. No need for a sewing machine!

One- 4 hour classes will teach you the basics to design and sew a simple dress or tunic using a rectangle of fabric. We will hand sew using a running and back stitch with option to decorate with contrast stitch patterns. You will learn all you need to know to finish your dress at home.

Purchase your own fabric and matching thread. (supplies + tools provided) Feel free to bring your own sewing basket too. 

Learn new skills and proudly wear your one of a kind handmade top or dress- why not!

 http://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

Lynn Ursic brings together her work as a design professional and yoga teacher in this fun, light- hearted afternoon exploring Boro, the Japanese craft of mending something tattered. You will learn the running stitch that is used to reinforce clothes and recycle the used clothes into household objects and eventually cleaning cloths.

+ Come together as a community to make with our hands.

+ Learn new skills to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life.

+ Encourage postural alignment for all types of seated work.

+ Practice techniques to help prevent wrist or hand strain.

+ approach hand sewing as a moving meditation.

Bring your favorite old jeans or any garment to mend (you can even cover a stain) plus any additional used cloth that you love for patches. Sewing supplies + tools provided- but please feel free to bring your sewing basket too.

Never sewn a button - learn the basics | Experienced - grow your skills and learn healthy habits

https://www.therarebird.com/collections/diy-workshops

Sashiko, means little stabs , We will explore one of the basic sashiko “styles”: moyozashi (patterns) by using continuous lines of stitches to make larger patterns. This method of embroidery traditionally used geometric patterns and patterns inspired by nature to embellish fabrics.  Waves, mountains, bamboo, lightning, linked hexagons, persimmon flower, crests etc.) 

Materials Required
Bring your creativity and any clean, pre washed garments or fabric to embellish with a traditional pattern or one of your own design. Jeans, cotton jacket, skirt, pillow cover or sweater- you name it. Ideally something you have and want to upgrade with a beautiful stitch pattern.

Rare Bird Maker Studio 3883 Piedmont Ave, Oakland

Sunday, August 12, 2018, 3-5:30pm cost is $48 sign up at: https://www.therarebird.com/collections/august-workshops-2018/products/sashiko-8-12

Lynn Ursic brings together her work as a design professional and yoga teacher in this fun, light- hearted afternoon exploring Boro, the Japanese craft of mending something tattered. You will learn the running stitch that is used to reinforce clothes and recycle the used clothes into household objects and eventually cleaning cloths.

+ Come together as a community to make with our hands.

+ Learn new skills to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life.

+ Encourage postural alignment for all types of seated work.

+ Practice techniques to help prevent wrist or hand strain.

+ approach hand sewing as a moving meditation.

Bring your favorite old jeans or any garment to mend (you can even cover a stain) plus any additional used cloth that you love for patches. Sewing supplies + tools provided- but please feel free to bring your sewing basket too.

Never sewn a button - learn the basics | Experienced - grow your skills and learn healthy habitshttp://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

Sashiko, means little stabs , We will explore one of the basic sashiko “styles”: moyozashi (patterns) by using continuous lines of stitches to make larger patterns. This method of embroidery traditionally used geometric patterns and patterns inspired by nature to embellish fabrics.  Waves, mountains, bamboo, lightning, linked hexagons, persimmon flower, crests etc.) 

Materials Required
Bring your creativity and any clean, pre washed garments or fabric to embellish with a traditional pattern or one of your own design. Jeans, cotton jacket, skirt, pillow cover or sweater- you name it. Ideally something you have and want to upgrade with a beautiful stitch pattern.

Rare Bird Maker Studio 3883 Piedmont Ave, Oakland

Sunday, August 12, 2018, 3-5:30pm cost is $48 sign up at: https://www.therarebird.com/collections/august-workshops-2018/products/sashiko-8-12

Lynn Ursic brings together her work as a design professional and yoga teacher in this fun, light- hearted afternoon exploring Boro, the Japanese craft of mending something tattered. You will learn the running stitch that is used to reinforce clothes and recycle the used clothes into household objects and eventually cleaning cloths.

+ Come together as a community to make with our hands.

+ Learn new skills to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life.

+ Encourage postural alignment for all types of seated work.

+ Practice techniques to help prevent wrist or hand strain.

+ approach hand sewing as a moving meditation.

Bring your favorite old jeans or any garment to mend (you can even cover a stain) plus any additional used cloth that you love for patches. Sewing supplies + tools provided- but please feel free to bring your sewing basket too.

Never sewn a button - learn the basics | Experienced - grow your skills and learn healthy habits

Sashiko, literally means "little stabs" is a form of decorative reinforcement stitching (or functional embroidery) from Japan that started out of practical need during the Edo era (1615-1868). Traditionally this techique was used to reinforce points of wear or to repair worn places or tears with patches, making the darned piece stronger, warmer and to preserve the garment or blanket. 

Sashiko embroidery traditionally used geometric patterns and patterns inspired by nature to repair and embellish fabrics. (waves, mountains, bamboo, lightning, linked hexagons, persimmon flower etc.) 

Materials Required
Bring your creativity and any clean, pre washed garments or fabric to embellish, repair or to simply cover a stain. Jeans, cotton jacket, skirt, pillow cover or sweater- you name it. Ideally something you have and want to upcycle.

Rare Bird Maker Studio 3883 Piedmont Ave, Oakland

Sunday, August 12, 2018, 3-5:30pm cost is $48 sign up at: https://www.therarebird.com/collections/august-workshops-2018/products/sashiko-8-12

design + hand sew a simple tunic or dress

This workshop is for anyone (over 16) who would like to learn how to create their own simple minimalist dress or tunic by hand. No need for a sewing machine!

Sunday April 14 from 12pm-4pm

One- 3 hour classes will teach you the basics to design and sew a simple dress or tunic using a rectangle of fabric. We will hand sew using a running and back stitch with option to decorate with contrast stitch patterns. You will learn all you need to know to finish your dress at home.

Purchase your own fabric and matching thread. (supplies + tools provided) Feel free to bring your own sewing basket too. 

 http://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

Learn new skills and proudly wear your one of a kind handmade top or dress- why not!

This 2 1/2 hour workshop will give you an opportunity to approach hand sewing as a moving meditation. We will follow our intuition and explore the Japanese craft of mending something tattered, which is called Boro. 

Learn new skills not only to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life, but also to encourage self-awareness and relaxation conscious movements and breathing. 

http://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

Lynn Ursic brings together her work as a design professional and yoga teacher in this fun, light- hearted afternoon exploring Boro, the Japanese craft of mending something tattered.

+ Come together as a community to make with our hands.

+ Learn new skills to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life.

+ Encourage postural alignment for all types of seated work.

+ Practice techniques to help prevent wrist or hand strain.

+ Explore asana and breath to help soften tight neck and shoulders.

Bring your favorite old jeans or any garment to mend (you can even cover a stain) plus any additional used cloth that you love for patches. Sewing supplies + tools provided- but please feel free to bring your sewing basket too.

Never sewn a button - learn the basics | Experienced - learn healthy habits

Gather together, slow down, follow our intuition and explore the ritual of mending something worn - one stitch at a time.

An old idea is new again as we commune, work with our hands, learn creative ways to bring old favorites to life and send less to the landfill. (fast fashion is the #2 polluter worldwide)

Join us the last Sunday of each month from 1:30-3:30pm. Bring an item in need of repair, clean used fabric for patches and any sewing tools you may have. (no tools-no worries we will have back-up)

“The Sanskrit word sutra, which is a succinct aphorism, literally means “thread,” and gives us the English word “suture.” A sutra text, like the Yoga Sutras, consists of a number of these aphorism-threads “strung together” to summarize a spiritual teaching.” Richard Rosen

https://www.m-yoga.org/workshops.html

Sashiko, literally means "little stabs" is a form of decorative reinforcement stitching (or functional embroidery) from Japan that started out of practical need during the Edo era (1615-1868). Traditionally this techique was used to reinforce points of wear or to repair worn places or tears with patches, making the darned piece stronger, warmer and to preserve the garment or blanket. 

Sashiko embroidery traditionally used geometric patterns and patterns inspired by nature to repair and embellish fabrics. (waves, mountains, bamboo, lightning, linked hexagons, persimmon flower etc.) 

Materials Required
Bring your creativity and any clean, pre washed garments or fabric to embellish, repair or to simply cover a stain. Jeans, cotton jacket, skirt, pillow cover or sweater- you name it. Ideally something you have and want to upcycle.

The Black Squirrel,

Sunday, february 17th, noon-2:30

http://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

Sashiko, literally means "little stabs" is a form of decorative reinforcement stitching (or functional embroidery) from Japan that started out of practical need during the Edo era (1615-1868). Traditionally this techique was used to reinforce points of wear or to repair worn places or tears with patches, making the darned piece stronger, warmer and to preserve the garment or blanket. 

Sashiko embroidery traditionally used geometric patterns and patterns inspired by nature to repair and embellish fabrics. (waves, mountains, bamboo, lightning, linked hexagons, persimmon flower etc.) 

Materials Required
Bring your creativity and any clean, pre washed garments or fabric to embellish, repair or to simply cover a stain. Jeans, cotton jacket, skirt, pillow cover or sweater- you name it. Ideally something you have and want to upcycle.

Rare Bird Maker Studio 3883 Piedmont Ave, Oakland

Sunday, August 12, 2018, 3-5:30pm cost is $48 sign up at: https://www.therarebird.com/collections/august-workshops-2018/products/sashiko-8-12

Anyone (over 16) who would like to learn how to create their own wool poncho or wrap by hand. No sewing experience + No need for a sewing machine!

This 3 hour classes will teach you the basics to design and sew a simple poncho or wrap using a rectangle of fabric. We will hand sew using a running, blanket or back stitch with option to decorate with contrast stitch patterns, beads, sequins or trim.

Sunday, October 7th from 12:30-4:30pm

http://blacksquirrelberkeley.com/events/

This 2 1/2 hour workshop will give you an opportunity to approach hand sewing as a moving meditation. We will follow our intuition and explore the Japanese craft of mending something tattered, which is called Boro. 

Learn new skills not only to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life, but also to encourage self-awareness and relaxation conscious movements and breathing. 

http://www.therarebird.com/collections/diy-workshops

This 2 1/2 hour workshop will give you an opportunity to approach hand sewing as a moving meditation. We will follow our intuition and explore the Japanese craft of mending something tattered, which is called Boro. 

Learn new skills not only to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life, but also to encourage self-awareness and relaxation conscious movements and breathing. 

http://www.therarebird.com/collections/diy-workshops

This 2 1/2 hour workshop will give you an opportunity to approach hand sewing as a moving meditation. We will follow our intuition and explore the Japanese craft of mending something tattered, which is called Boro. 

Learn new skills not only to re-purpose old garments and bring them back to life, but also to encourage self-awareness and relaxation conscious movements and breathing. 

http://www.therarebird.com/collections/diy-workshops