Stitching Sashiko: Visual Guide to Decorative Japanese Embroidery & Mending with 40+ Stitch Patterns

Portable inspiration for sashiko stitching on the go

Explore the artistry of sashiko, where each stitch tells a story of tradition and creativity. Originally used for mending and reinforcing garments, sashiko has evolved into a decorative stitching style cherished worldwide.

Shannon Leigh Roudhán and Jason Bowlsby guide you with step-by-step instructions and vivid photos, covering basic techniques and 40+ sashiko stitch patterns. Explore hitomezashi and moyouzashi to enhance your sashiko skills with their expert tips and favorite tools.

• Explore 40+ beautiful sashiko stitches
• Visual guide to supplies, preparation steps, and learning the stitching process with step-by-step photographs, catering to stitchers of all skill level
• Embrace the art of mindful mending and create something beautiful out of something practical

Shannon Leigh Roudhán and Jason Bowlsby have been partners in life for 27 years and have been teaching adults for 20+ years. They have published ten books on crochet and knitwear patterns and have taught scrappy wonky quilting for over four years in person and online. Shannon & Jason currently live in Seattle, Washington. shannonandjason.com Shannon Leigh Roudhán Bio: Shannon Leigh Roudhán and Jason Bowlsby have been partners in life for 27 years and have been teaching adults for 20+ years. They have published ten books on crochet and knitwear patterns and have taught scrappy wonky quilting for over four years in person and online. Shannon & Jason currently live in Seattle, Washington. shannonandjason.com