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The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook: Patterns, Projects and Inspirations
Sashiko is a traditional Japanese stitching technique that uses simple running stitches to create beautiful, decorative patterns ideal for patchwork, quilting and embroidery This easy-to-learn technique opens up a whole new world to sewers, quilters and embroiderers, and this one-of-a-kind new reference offers more than 90 gorgeous patterns, including "square and spiral," "starfish," "waves" and "diamonds." Readers get an overview of the techniques involved in Sashiko, complete with an equipment and tools checklist. Chapters feature 33 easy-to-stitch projects with step-by-step instructions and illustrations for creating coasters, greeting cards, tablemats, tote bags, drawstring bags, table runners and more. -Easy-to-follow instructions for creating beautiful, elaborate designs with more than 90 Sashiko patterns -33 projects incorporate different designs and techniques -Features a full-color inspirational gallery of Sashiko work from contemporary textile artists.
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Sensational Sashiko: Japanese Applique And Quilting by Machine (That Patchwork Place)
Combine two great traditions—sashiko and Japanese family crests—in beautiful quilts. Learn new techniques for making perfectly spaced stitches in wonderfully intricate patterns. · Stitch 10 projects including a sampler, a wall hanging, and a table runner · Quilt as you go; then join blocks the reversible-quilt way for stunning, stress-free results · Gorgeous machine-stitched appliqué designs add new dimension to sashiko quilts.
Price: $16.09
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Kake-Jiku: Images of Japan in Applique, Fabric Origami, and Sashiko
A dazzling collection of 14 Kake-jiku—traditional Japanese hand-painted scrolls often hung in entryways—is featured in this craft guide. Often created to celebrate the changing seasons and bestow good fortune on a household, these innovative Kake-jiku designs featured are made with contemporary fabrics. Each image is a picture-window into Japanese culture, and the accompanying text explains the symbolism of each design. All patterns can be constructed using a unique style of Japanese appliqué, and several are embellished with fabric-origami flowers. Several of the patterns included are enhanced by beautiful and intricate sashiko stitching, and a section on technique describes appliqué and stitching methods and provides instructions for making all-in-one wraparound borders. Glorious photography, step-by-step color drawings, and watercolor drawings enhance this art-inspired craft book, and a bound-in template pack—complete with full-size templates made from durable, reinforced paper—allows for multiple uses of individual template pieces. .
Price: $17.90
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Japanese Sashiko Inspirations
In Japanese Sashiko Inspirations, readers will discover sashiko, the Japanese method of decorative stitching to create striking patterns on fabric with lines using a simple running stitch. Twenty-five unique projects explore 12 essential methods for working with sashiko, bringing a touch of the orient to home décor. Each chapter in the book features a taster project, ideal for beginners, then larger pieces to perfect new skills for intermediate sashiko artists. Traditional Japanese pieces are provided for inspiration and a gallery of the author's own projects give readers a glimpse into all that can be done with sashiko..
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Japanese Country Quilting: Sashiko Patterns and Projects for Beginners
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Fabled Flowers: Innovative Quilt Patterns Inspired by Japanese Sashiko and Origami Traditions
Combines the traditional arts of origami, sashiko, and flower arranging to achieve dazzling, three-dimensional effects never seen before in quilting These quilt blocks capture the beauty of the morning glory, camelia, dogwood, and two dozen other flowers. Flowers can easily be combined into a stunning quilt, or simply serve as an inspiration for quilters who want to create beautiful flowers of their own. Includes step-by-step instructions for 30 quilt blocks and assembly instructions and templates for six full quilts..
Price: $54.40
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Sashiko: Easy & Elegant Designs for Decorative Machine Embroidery
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Sashiko and Beyond: Techniques and Projects for Quilting in the Japanese Style
From the Japanese word for running stitch (literally, "little stabs"), sashiko is an ancient Japanese hand-quilting technique that has evolved into a versatile method for creating complex stitched designs on fabric items. Sashiko and Beyond explains the techniques involved, then carefully diagrams 16 traditional sashiko designs, followed by instructions for 15 appliqué and patchwork designs. A selection of 12 projects rounds out the discussion, with instructions, photos, and diagrams for place mats, pillows, wall hangings, clothing, and other items. The lovely sashiko patterns range from abstract geometrics loosely derived from natural forms such as tree bark, leaves, waves, and shells to more realistic images of flowers, butterflies, and fans. .
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