I bought a sashiko book a year ago. Flipped through, put it away; flipped through, put it away; thought about giving it to my sister, put it away. Now that I have a much better grasp on the technique, I can see sashiko projects in my future. Thank you for the confidence boost and the fabulous tips and tricks.
Thanks for all the kind comments! Re the camera shots, actually it was recorded with two cameras running all the time. One overhead and one in front, then it was edited together afterwards. I didn't get any say in the editing, unfortunately, otherwise I would have had more and longer 'hand shots' rather than face on! We are thinking about making some more tutorials, so I'll read through your comments and try to get them taken onboard when we do.
My one negative view is I wish the camera remained on the activity throughout instead ofcontinously switching to the speakers. I'm a beginner and just as I'm focusing and trying to understand what I'm seeing the camera moves onto Susan and the other lady. Grrrr!
Brought back some happy memories of a class I did with Susan some time ago! I still have the drawstring bag I made and use it regularly- which proves how well sashiko lasts. Thank you
I totally enjoyed watching this and the pace she went was ideal, so I didn't have to rewind. This was GREAT! So glad I ran across this before starting my project.
A wet sheet bend that is pulled rock hard? Depends on the rope. In that situation I would probably use two bowlines. The bowline can always be untied easily. But it depends on the situation. A bowline could untie itself when the tension in the line varies a lot. Or use a half hitch on the bitter end of the bowline to prevent that from happening.
I've been hand sewing for about 4 decades and I've always done it by doing several stitches at once, then pulling the needle-pushing the fabric to get the thread through. I never knew that was an actual technique, just always thought I was in a hurry to get sewing done lol. I'm just getting into making my own clothes now and I'm very excited to look at including this as part of personalising my work. Thank you.
The weavers knot I learned is a slip knot on the new thread and put the old thread into the loop of the slip knot. Position the loop where you want the knot and close the loop and pull hard to flip the old thread. It’s a tiny knot that you can undo. To undo, just pull on the old thread to undo the flip and slide the knot off the thread.
Oh how I wish I’d seen this video when I taught myself sashiko a bit over 5 years ago. I learned so many tips and tricks and now I’m inspired now to graduate from using pre-printed fabric to drawing my own designs. I especially appreciated how you explained the order of stitching, which I’ve never been able to get right. Thank you so much!!
My first sashiko project was using canvas and multicolor yarn for the outside of a pen/brush roll and I absolutely love it. Having the grey background with the multicolor yarn really makes it pop for an art tool and I always get compliments whenever I pull it out in front of new people!
Thank you - this was totally awesome & very inspiring!! Now, I will definitely look into getting all the necessary supplies to try this sewing technique!!
Sa shi ko Sash ko both different. Sashiko embroidery has been used in Japan for centuries, dating back to the Edo era of the 1600s to the 1800s. The Japanese word sashiko means "little stabs" and refers to the small stitches used in this form of needlework. This style of embroidery and the "sashiko stitch" was used to reinforce or repair worn fabric or tears with patches, making the darned piece ultimately stronger and warmer.
Wonderful demonstration! This is a new concept for me. I’m planning to patch some jeans-which has suddenly become fashionable! I love the idea of strengthening as well as embellishing the design elements, using sashiko! Large patches on jeans pucker and don’t hold up over time. So this is also very practical. Thank you so much! I learned so much in such a short demonstration. Well done!
Thank you so very much for all the information! I’m brand new to Sashiko and found this so informative! May I suggest adding links to online purchases for the threads and needles? That would be even better ❤️
New and discovering this stitching process and wanted to add in my learning, I saw somewhere that the shorter needles are ideal for curved stitches! Thought that was interesting!!! Cheers!
Thank you for the order of stitching and the thread keeping. I want to learn sashiko for mending denim. I'm thinking the stitches will have to longer bc the denim weave is so thick. I'd also like to know if the sashiko will help make a thinner patch cloth stand up to the wear and tear that denim takes.
Watching for the second time. I know its not traditional but for demonstration purposes it would have been easier for us to see on any color other than black!
Hi! We appreciate your note, we did try to show this in a traditional format, although directions and guidance for these projects are shown in clear illustrations within the book which may be easier to view. Thanks!
Wonderful tutorial, it is close to Sindhi, Baluchi and Bengali stitches, they too use running stitch and backstich for their pattern. Can you please tell me what thread and needle is used for shashico embroidery
I’m trying to decide how to move forward with finishing my first grandchild’s baby quilt. I’m torn between the traditional Amish style small rocking stitch, or perhaps going with a larger stitch. I’m having a hard time with the tiny needle and thimble to spoon rocking technique. My underneath stitches are much smaller then my top stitches. Maybe I should try larger stitches.
I would really like to try this on my grand daughters jean jacket. Just using the cream or white. It was amazingly informative, thank you. Do you think it could be done on denim ? I think it would be a fantastic way to bring old and new together.
The instructor doesn't realize her method of instruction requires additional visual aid inserts. No way are those faint lines sufficiently visible for small screen viewers. This student prefers the cameraman to focus on the needlework rather than the performers' beautiful faces.
I tried to follow this and then determined that I would like to see her draw the remainder of the design. Where are her landmarks for the outside zigzagging? What determined her points?
