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Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook
  • Publisher: David & Charles
  • Edition: BC Paperback
  • Publication: 27 May 2005
  • ISBN 13/EAN: 9780715318478
  • Stock: 5 in stock
  • Size: 210x273 mm
  • Illustrations: 225
  • Pages: 128
  • RRP: £16.99
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Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook

£16.99

Patterns, projects and inspirations by Susan Briscoe (Author)


Book Description

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 sleecting 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.

About the Author

About Susan Briscoe

Susan Briscoe teaches sashiko workshops and regularly attends consumer sewing and quilt shows in the UK and beyond. She is a contributor to patchwork and needlecraft magazines and has published numerous books about Japanese embroidery techniques including sashiko, boro and kogin, as well as patchwork and quilting. Her interest in sashiko began when she was teaching English in Japan. For more information visit her website www.susanbriscoe.com



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