Sashiko
Sashiko is a quilting technique using a running stitch to reinforce and prolong the life of a fabric or to stitch and recycle old pieces of cloth into a new garment. Sashiko created warmer and more durable fabrics for the Japanese farmer who originally used the stitch for practical reasons. Decorative sashiko stitching developed out of this need for warmth and durability and functions to embellish while strengthen the garment or object.
A Pair of Beautifully Sashiko Stitched Heel Guards: Akutogake
ca. early to mid twentieth century each: 3 7/8" x 14", 9.... (more)
A Densely Sashiko Stitched Apron: Mid to Late 20th Century Kasuri
ca. mid to late twentieth century kasuri area: 16 3/4" x ... (more)
An Unusual Sashiko Furoshiki: Western Style Umbrella
ca. early twentieth century 51" x 51", 129.5 cm x 129.5 c... (more)
A Marvelous and Large Heavily Sashiko Stitched Kotatsu Cover: Four Panels
ca. mid twentieth century 47 1/2" x 46", 120.5 cm x 117 c... (more)
An Eccentrically Sashiko Stitched Furoshiki: Almost Free-Form
ca. mid twentieth century 64" x 54", 162.5 cm x 137 cm Th... (more)
A Fantastic Boro Furoshiki: Sashiko Stitched and Hand Loomed Cotton
ca. early twentieth century 37 1/2" x 34", 95 cm x 86.5 c... (more)
An Exquisitely Sashiko Stitched Cotton Indigo Bag: White on Indigo
ca. late nineteenth, early twentieth century 23" x 10", 5... (more)