In my opinion this is a great video, well presented, but I was disappointed to see the creator did not know the origins or meanings of the Japanese designs used in the stencils. The "balls'' are a Buddhist origin pattern called "Seven Treasures"; the "diamonds" are actually a hemp leaf, and the "lilies" are bamboo leaves. This adds depth and understanding to the use of the patterns, and avoids cultural appropriation.
I am so happy to see this video, I'm new at Sashiko and really enjoying working the stitches, though I have a long way to go and lots to learn. Now where can I buy the stencils and paper. Thank you so much for your video.👏🏻
Thank you I wanted to make more of this embroidery but I could only use the ones on you tube so I am grateful for the patterns!!!! Is the embroidery suitable for other colors or embellishments I have items from my family that are over 200 years old I would like to display but I don't want to just set them in a basket etc. I will be framing them with convex glass and acid free everything I can. God bless and thank you
Thank you for showing your templates and how to transfer them. I was mislead by the title however, perhaps it should have been “how to transfer design stencils”? I was somehow expecting a tutorial on how to stitch or stitching styles. Just an observation from a newbie.
If it is a perforated stencil, wouldn't it be easier to use chalk or talcum powder instead of special paper? I have to use that for printed designs because I do not have stencils :x
The lines should wash out for you. As always, we suggest you use a test piece of fabric to make sure what you are using reacts successfully to the product.
