An innovative new style of sashiko from a leading embroidery and patchwork artist! Prolific
embroiderer quilter and author sashikonami combines her love of sashiko with her fondness for
piecework to create a whole new style of sashiko stitches and applications. Some of these
patchworks give you a chance to play with patterns colors and textures to create strikingly
original bags pouches tableware and accessories. The 11 sashiko stitches (three of them
original) and 23 projects presented in this book feature: Rows of uneven running stitches to
create jagged stripe and check patterns that look fantastic on any item Fun asymmetrical
patterns created with white threads on pastel fabrics to create brightly-colored textured table
settings Traditional stitches applied to vividly-colored fabrics (often with two different
thread colors) for a radical new look Contrasting stitches on patches to create charming tote
bags potholders and more! Running stitches are free and relaxed. Straight stitches form easy
geometric shapes--like a triangle with a stem to make a fun minimalist flower. Elements from
traditional patterns are recombined in fresh and exciting ways. Try them on your jeans your
floor pillows or in a full-sized quilt and enjoy adding your own personality to these
projects. There is no end to the great ideas that you will find in this book!
