Japanese Sashiko Inspirations by Susan Briscoe Needle Threaders 'While the basic lace stitches

'While the basic lace stitches are common to all types of bobbin lace

A clever and original idea where the designer plays with a range of beautiful brown and golden hues (DMC Color variations floss) arranged into carefully positioned motifs

10cm Ecru Aida band with scalloped edge

Themes within each chapter showcase each embroidered bloom

Japanese Sashiko Inspirations by Susan Briscoe Needle Threaders 'While the basic lace stitchesDiscover sashiko, the Japanese method of decorative stitching to create striking patterns on fabric with lines of simple running stitch. Bring a touch of the Orient to your home with 25 unique projects exploring 12 essential methods for working with sashiko. Gain inspiration from the traditional Japanese pieces which inspired the project designs and a gallery of the author's sashiko pieces. Each chapter features a taster project, ideal for beginners