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

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April 12: Sashiko Basics

Learn about the heart of sashiko along with a demonstration of the Japanese hand sewing technique, unshin.

Instructor: Karen Matsunaga

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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Chloe Tomomi