Colourful Sashiko Book by Sashikonami

Colourful Sashiko Book - Learn Vibrant Japanese Embroidery with Sashikonami
Discover the brilliant world of sashiko in full colour with this inspiring book by Japanese embroidery star Sashikonami.
Bursting with creativity, this long-awaited title explores traditional sashiko patterns through a modern, vibrant lens-showing you how to transform simple running stitches into richly decorative artwork and practical handmade items.
Perfect for beginners and experienced stitchers alike, the book begins with essential sashiko basics, guiding you through tools, fabric choices, marking methods, and foundational stitch techniques.
From there, you'll dive into an expansive collection of 50+ sashiko patterns, including:
"¢ Flower sashimi
"¢ Basket weave
"¢ Ten Trees
"¢ Hirayama Road
"¢ Cross sashimi
"¢ Musical notes
"¢ Tree motifs
"¢ Geometric forms & creative pattern combinations
Alongside pattern inspiration, the book features a wonderful selection of practical projects-dish towels, pouches, coasters, zipper bags, tissue cases, totes, eyeglass cases, mini shoulder bags, and more.
Each project combines traditional Japanese stitching with contemporary colour, making every finished piece both beautiful and useful.
This is an excellent resource for anyone wanting to explore sashiko in a more expressive, modern way while still honouring its timeless heritage.
96 pages.
Creative Uses
"¢ Learn sashiko basics with step-by-step instruction
"¢ Explore over 50 colourful motifs for modern & traditional stitching
"¢ Make practical gifts such as pouches, coasters, cases & bags
"¢ Create vibrant samplers for wall hangings or framed art
"¢ Use patterns for visible mending, accents, quilting & slow stitching
"¢ Teach sashiko classes using the book's clear designs & patterns