Introduction History of Sashiko - illustrated with examples of
original sashiko; Getting Started - equipment, tools, marking
out distortions, starting and finishing, threads and needles
stitching action, fabrics, sashiko for patchwork and quilting,
counted sashiko;
The Projects Framed samplers X 3 Coasters X 12 Greetings
cards X 6 Table mats X 2 Sampler cushions X 2 Tote bags X 2 Noren
curtain (traditional door hangings) Drawstring bags X 2 Zabuton
floor cushions X 2 Table runner
Pattern Library; Running Stitch; Patterns - square, square and
spiral, shippo and curves, starfish, waves, hemp leaf, weaves,
square grid, diamonds, hexagons, saya brocade, and variations on
each; One-Stitch; Patterns rice, coin, persimmon flower, woven,
darned, and variations on each; Motifs Gallery
Acknowledgments Suppliers Bibliography Pattern Index General Index
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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