UPCOMING classes

AUGUST 9, 2025

Sashiko Basics

Learn about the heart of sashiko and a demonstration of the Japanese hand sewing technique, unshin. Select a pattern to transfer onto cloth using tracing paper or stencils, and stitch one cotton square with white cotton thread.
Instructor: Karen Matsunaga

AUGUST 10 & 24, 2025

Blender Papermaking

Learn the hands-on methods of creating your own paper, decorating with pressed botanicals and twisting paper into shifu strings.
Instructor: Jake Wroten

AUGUST 23, 2025

Hishizashi

Learn the history of hishizashi, a counted thread precursor to sashiko, that originated in Japan's northern snow country.
Instructor: Karen Matsunaga

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025

Anesama Ningyō

Fold chiyogami, printed pattern, papers and washi (traditional handmade papers) into paper dolls originating in the Edo Period in Japan’s Snow Country.
Instructors: Dawn Chang & Merle Grybowski

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025

Coptic Style Binding Class

Sew multiple folded sections (signatures) together using a visible spine stitch that’s not only functional but also beautifully decorative, work with modern materials while honoring the traditional craftsmanship behind this enduring style.
Instructors: Joyce & Tomomi of Kuro's Workshop

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025

Japanese Stab Binding Class

Explore the cultural background of stab binding, discuss material considerations, and practice sewing techniques step by step.
Instructors: Joyce & Tomomi of Kuro's Workshop

DECEMBER 28, 2025

Kadomatsu and New Year Traditions

Join us for a special Kadomatsu making event. Class students will tie together three angled-cut bamboo stalks, add shore pine and noshi, a folded paper decoration.
Instructor: Merle Grybowski

RETURN POLICY

All Temari Hawaii classes are non-refundable and non-transferable.
This policy helps to protect our hardworking artists and teachers. Please be sure that you can make it to class before signing up and reserving a limited space.

If the time comes and a student cannot make it, the student may send a friend in their place instead. Please contact us at hello@temarihawaii.org, and relay the full name of the person taking the student's place.