WORKSHOPS
SASHIKO BASICS
Join us for a hands-on introduction to sashiko stitching. This class begins with a brief look at the history and philosophy of sashiko, followed by a demonstration of the traditional unshin hand-sewing technique. You’ll select a pattern, transfer it onto your cloth using stencils, and stitch your own cotton square with white thread.
Whether you’re new to sashiko or curious about Japanese textile arts, this workshop offers a creative, relaxed environment to learn and make something beautiful.
When: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Mōʻiliʻili Community Center | 2535 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96826
Cost: $70 registration fee + $5 supply fee
Japanese Paper Dolls
Celebrate March 3, Girls Day with folded paper dolls.
On the third day of the third month, Girls Day, the aristocracy in ancient Japan would set up in their homes, a display of elaborately clothed dolls replicating the imperial court. Resourceful commoners celebrated with dolls made out of paper.
The class participants will fashion with decorated paper (wash or chiyogami) girl and boy paper dolls.
You will discover several ways to show off your Ningyo dolls— on a card, a gift tag or decorate an Uchiwa fan.
When: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Mōʻiliʻili Community Center | 2535 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96826
Class Fee: $50 + $10 supply fee
Open Book WORKSHOP
Meet bookbinders and conservator, Tomomi Nakashima and Joyce Tuia.
See and touch samples of the book forms they will teach in upcoming workshops, including Medieval Flexible Binding, Coptic Binding, and Goshuincho. You will also see additional books such as Turkish Map Book, Leather Quarter Binding, Travelers Notebook, and Miniature Books.
You will also discover that they can restore your precious heirloom books.
So come and open the book by your hands! Questions are very welcome!
When: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Mōʻiliʻili Community Center | 2535 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96826
Class Fee: FREE
ADVANCED MIXED BAG WORKSHOP
Create a fabric block with treasured remnants in the spirit of Mottainai, where we practice the 4 "Rs": Reduce, Reuse, Recycle & Respect. Or, as we say locally, “no waste, nutting!”
Use the traditional Japanese running stitch, Sashiko, to apply the new composition onto any fabric surface. Decorate any garment, functional bag/tote, furniture or wall covering.
When: Sunday, March 8 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Supplies to bring: Pieces of fabric (remnants), scissors, sashiko or perle cotton or embroidery threads, sashiko needles, scissors, 8” square of solid color cotton.
Prerequisite: Mixed Bag. Beginners class (email us at hello@temarihawaii.org for any questions regarding difficulty if you are an interested new student).
Class Fee: $60
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.