Traditional Sashiko Design "Hoshi-Ami" shippo tsunagi As with all sashiko stitching

As with all sashiko stitching you must take care to leave some looseness in your threads at the back of the project to allow for it to stay flat as the stitching continues and when washed

and with contrasting strap/pocket

The Brancaster Messenger Bag is a practical shape and size for all occasions and can be made in a variety of fabrics

Stitch a few more and make a quilt top

Traditional Sashiko Design "Hoshi-Ami" shippo tsunagi As with all sashiko stitchingThis traditional Japanese Sashiko design, Hoshi Ami (Fish Net), is printed with wash out markings. You can simply thread your needle, enjoy the stitching, then rinse away the markings. English instructions are included. In Japanese this small cloth we call a sampler is called a Hana Fukin, which means 'a useful household cloth'. The finished sashiko design will be 12" X 12" This sampler is available on white or navy. It is printed on Japanese sarashi