Pocket Guide to Sashiko and Boro Stitching by Pepper Cory
Carry-Along Reference to Stitches, Tools, and Projects
Your essential companion to the beautiful world of Japanese embroidery!
The Pocket Guide to Sashiko and Boro Stitching is the most convenient and comprehensive guide you'll ever find on these captivating techniques.
Everything You Need to Know, in a Compact Guide:
- A captivating history of the traditional Japanese stitching arts of Boro and Sashiko.
- In-depth sections on tools, materials, marking tips, suitable threads, and a variety of stitch designs.
- Clear step-by-step instructions: Learn stitching techniques, drawing patterns, handling corners and angles, finishing lines, and more.
- Two inspiring projects: Practice your skills with a dedicated Sashiko project and a Boro project, both featuring detailed instructions and full-colour photographs.
Written by Pepper Cory, a pillar of the quilting community with decades of experience designing fabrics, writing books, and teaching classes.
Embrace the beauty of Japanese embroidery! This handy pocket guide will equip you with the knowledge and skills to master the timeless art of Sashiko and Boro stitching.
64 full colour pages
