2025 Temari Hawaii Classes
Upcoming Classes & Events
April 5 & 19: Chanchanko Decorated with Sashiko
Students will construct a toddler-sized lined vest.
Instructor: Karen Matsunaga
April 12: Sashiko Basics
Learn about the heart of sashiko along with a demonstration of the Japanese hand sewing technique, unshin.
Instructor: Karen Matsunaga
May 18 & June 1:
Mixed Bag
Transform fabric remnants into contemporary objects. Embellish with sashiko stitching. Adhere to the guiding principle of “Mottainai”—Waste Nothing.”
Instructor: Leah Sekiguchi
June 15 & 29:
Adapting the Kimono
An introduction to the dyeing/weaving techniques of Japanese and Okinawan textiles. Create a contemporary clothing piece from these textiles.
Instructor: Ann Asakura
August 10 & 24:
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: 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:
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
December 28: 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.