Sashiko is a striking hand-sewing technique that originated in ancient Japan. In Japanese, its name means “little stabs”—a reference to the plain running stitch that makes up sashiko’s geometric, all-over patterns. Sashiko is usually described as a kind of embroidery.
Beehive Quilt Shop carries a variety of thread colors, styles and books that encourage this relaxing handwork.
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Beehive Quilt Shop carries a variety of thread colors, styles and books that encourage this relaxing handwork.