Articles

A considered library of practical sashiko guidance: begin with the fundamentals, understand your materials, then explore care, repair and related Japanese stitching traditions.

How to start sashiko: a practical beginner guide

Learn the basic sashiko supplies, first stitches and simple working method you need for a confident first project.

Getting started6 minute read

How to choose sashiko thread and needles

Match sashiko thread weight and needle length to your fabric, pattern and preferred stitching method.

Materials and tools7 minute read

Sashiko versus kogin: what is the difference?

Understand how sashiko and kogin differ in cloth, thread, stitch counting and the kinds of patterns they produce.

Techniques and traditions5 minute read

How to wash pre-printed sashiko cloth

A careful guide to removing washable sashiko pattern lines without setting marks or distorting the finished stitching.

Care and finishing4 minute read

Beginner sashiko tools and kits: what to buy first

Build a useful first sashiko kit without unnecessary extras, from thread and needles to cloth and marking tools.

Materials and tools5 minute read

Visible mending with sashiko: a considered first repair

Plan a simple sashiko-inspired visible repair that supports worn cloth while making the repair part of the design.

Repair and reuse6 minute read