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sashiko
Sashiko, literally meaning "little stabs", is a form of decorative reinforcement stitching from Japan. Traditionally used to reinforce points of wear, or to repair worn places or tears with patches, this running stitch technique is often used for purely decorative purposes in quilting. Aurifil Mako' 12 thread is 100% cotton and has a heavier look than the other quilting threads, making it suitable for sashiko by hand or machine. If hand stitching, remember to cut your threads 10-12" long to avoid tangling and knotting while stitching.
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Pam Igo's Sashiko Quilt. Pam used a variegated Cotton mako Ne 12 (colour No 3920) in both the needle and the bobbin to machine stitch these sashiko designs
A close up of one of the blocks. Pam drafted the designs in a class with Judy Turner
A close view of another design. Pam said that the designs were easy to stitch with Cotton mako Ne 12, the thickest thread in the Cotton Mako range. Her secret was to use a bigger needle, loosen the tension, extend the stitch length and STITCH SLOWLY
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Cotton Mako' 12
