Learn the stunning art of Sashiko stitching with this comprehensive guide that's packed with inspirational ideas. Meaning "little stabs", sashiko is a traditional Japanese sewing method that uses evenly spaced running stitches to create eye-catching geometric patterns.
- 20 patterns and motifs that readers can choose from and use as templates for their own unique Sashiko designs.
- Thorough guidance on the tools, materials and basic techniques.
- Included are large-scale items such as bedding, a door curtain and wall-hanging, and smaller items, such as brooches, greetings cards and notebook covers.
Sashiko explores the history of this strikingly effective technique and demonstrates how to apply it to a range of useful and ornamental items for the home, accessories and gifts.
Projects include:
- greeting cards
- brooch
- tablemats
- coasters
- zabuton pincushion
- needle case
- book cover
- kinchaku craft bag
- cushion cover
- wall hanging
- table runner
- laundry bag
- Japanese-bound book
- duvet set
- furoshiki
- two seasons scarf
- noren door curtain
- coin purse
- patchwork bag
- Japanese crossover apron
