Hand Printed in Japan
Printed on Yarn Dyed Nep fabric with water-soluble ink
Colour : Burgundy
Composition : 100% Cotton
Width : 37cm x 47cm

Combine hand stitches to create dramatic, unique designs and learn to embrace imperfection, admiring the utilitarian beauty of every stitch. “Shibaguyz” Shannon and Jason Mullett-Bowlsby invite you to try your hand at boro, the traditional Japanese art of mending and quilting, and more than 30 authentic sashiko designs. Stitching lessons are true to tradition, inspired by historical works by Japanese masters. This guide in sashiko and boro includes patterns, stitch how-tos, and needle-threading and knotting tips. Put your handwork to good use with 9 contemporary projects like a sashiko sampler wallhanging, reversible knot bag, or a kimono-inspired jacket! With step-by-step instructions, even beginners can embrace the art of visible mending.

• Hand sew 30+ authentic sashiko patterns with best-selling authors the Shibaguyz
• Recreate the traditional art of boro (mending textiles) with 9 useful projects like jackets, bags, and home decor
• Read stitch charts, mark fabrics, and thread your needle with tips from the pros

All of the stitch patterns are illustrated with a photograph of the stitched sample showing some stitches in different coloured thread (this is used by the author to identify which stitches to do first), next to a diagram showing the stitch direction and the order of the stitches on the grid. All the patterns are sewn on four-and-a-half-inch fabric swatches which can then be pieced together to create the ultimate double bed sized sashiko sampler quilt. But as well as sewing the samples separately to make them into a large bed-sized quilt, the patterns can also be repeated to create larger designs over a wider surface area to make wall hangings, throws, table mats and smaller quilts – with this collection of 365 designs the possibilities are endless.

Approx 40m required of Sashiko Thread

Finished Size (Sitting Height) 16.5cm (6.5″)