{"product_id":"the-ultimate-sashiko-sourcebook-patterns-projects-and-inspirations-9780715318478","title":"The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook: Patterns, Projects and Inspirations","description":"\u003cb\u003eSashiko, the traditional Japanese technique of needlework quilting, uses simple running stitch to create beautifully decorative patterns ideal for patchwork, quilting and embroidery. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Sashiko (pronounced shash-ko) means 'stab stitch' and refers to the small running stitch that is worked to build up distinctive decorative patterns, of which there are hundreds. \u003cbr\u003e The book begins by exploring the origins of the technique to strengthen clothes and to make them warmer. Getting Started describes everything you need to begin stitching, including selecting suitable fabrics and threads, marking out patterns on the fabric, as well as the stitching technique itself. \u003cbr\u003e Ten project chapters show how easy it is to use sashiko patterns to make beautiful items for the home. The sashiko patterns are described in step-by-step detail in the pattern library, showing you exactly how to achieve each individual pattern with ease. \u003cbr\u003e Finally a gallery of work by contemporary Japanese textile artists provides extra inspiration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e David \u0026amp; Charles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/27\/2005\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780715318478\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 128\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.10lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.70h x 8.30w x 0.30d","brand":"Susan Briscoe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36640663699612,"sku":"9780715318478","price":21.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_3d10251c-0001-439a-9fd7-45c3b437bc30.jpg?v=1603852542","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/the-ultimate-sashiko-sourcebook-patterns-projects-and-inspirations-9780715318478","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}