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Sashiko, the traditional Japanese technique of needlework quilting, uses simple running stitch to create beautifully decorative patterns ideal for patchwork, quilting and embroidery. Sashiko (pronounced shash-ko) means 'stab stitch' and refers to the small running stitch that is worked to build up distinctive decorative patterns, of which there are hundreds. The book begins by exploring the origins of the technique to strengthen clothes and to make them warmer. Getting Started describes everything you need to begin stitching, including selecting suitable fabrics and threads, marking out patterns on the fabric, as well as the stitching technique itself. Ten project chapters show how easy it is to use sashiko patterns to make beautiful items for the home. The sashiko patterns are described in step-by-step detail in the pattern library, showing you exactly how to achieve each individual pattern with ease. Finally a gallery of work by contemporary Japanese textile artists provides extra inspiration.
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Susan Briscoe teaches Shonai sashiko quilting workshops and has produced bag kits using the technique for Euro Japan Links. She writes and designs for patchwork and needlecraft magazines and recently published her first book 21 Terrific Patchwork Bags. Her interest in sashiko began when she was teaching English in Japan. Susan Briscoe lives in Wrexham, North Wales.
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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
142 pages packed with patterns.
Begins with an interesting section on the origin of sashiko.
Projects range from easy through to expert, and are colour coded to make them easy to follow. Instructions are clear and substitutes are suggested for the traditional needles, fabrics and threads if these are hard to find.
Plenty of explanation plus inspirational designs from experts.
Loved it.
Begins with an interesting section on the origin of sashiko.
Projects range from easy through to expert, and are colour coded to make them easy to follow. Instructions are clear and substitutes are suggested for the traditional needles, fabrics and threads if these are hard to find.
Plenty of explanation plus inspirational designs from experts.
Loved it.
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
When I purchased The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook: Patterns, Projects and Inspirations by Susan Briscoe, I was looking for a book that would be a permanent feature in my stitchery library. I couldn't believe how inspirational it turned out to be! The directions are easy to understand and follow; the photographs are wonderful. If you are just starting a sashiko journey, this is definitely THE BOOK to buy. You'll refer to it many times.
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Indeed the ultimate sashiko source book. The patterns are clear, the instructions fool proof for the beginner. The book has instructions for small projects, projects which can be used as part of a quilting project and ideas for larger projects.
All in all a fantastic book!!
All in all a fantastic book!!
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The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook
Wanted this book for ages and am so pleased I found it on Amazon. If you are interested in patterns and projects in needlework, well designed pages and instructions, this is the... Read more
Published 6 months ago by MaryD
Went down well
Liked by the person who requested it. I liked the designs myself & I'm not at-all interested in the past-time.
Published 6 months ago by Shutter
`In the 21st century, sashiko continues to evolve.'
Sashiko (the word means `little stab') is a traditional Japanese quilting technique which uses a simple running stitch. Read more
Published 10 months ago by J. Cameron-Smith
Group buy
I bought this book for my patchwork group and they all enjoyed looking through it. we have now invited Susan Briscoe to visit us and give us a demo and talk on the subject.
Published 10 months ago by SACH
Sashiko
This book is marvellous, although I haven't made anything from it yet. I've looked into where I can source the relevant materials but I'm so busy at the moment doing other things... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Chocolate fanatic
More designs than you could shake a stick at!
This book more than lives up to its title, with a huge range of sashiko patterns and instructions on how to stitch them. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Serendipitous reader
back to graph paper
Thought it was going to be so much more complicated, but hey even I understand the instructions and within the book found a supplier that could and does get supplies to me in 48... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Jan
Sashiko
A great book I would recommend to anyone interested in this handicraft. The author really knows her stuff. I have met her and seen the quality of her work. None better.
Published on 1 Dec 2009 by Sceptical
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