Includes bibliographical references (page 172) and index.
Contents
A word (or two) about boro and sashiko -- The tools -- Basic principles of sashiko -- Combining fabrics: aesthetics and function -- Getting ready to stitch -- Unshin: handling the needle -- Other useful stitches -- Reading sashiko pattern charts -- The projects.
Summary
"Inspired by 2 years of intensive research into the work of Japanese boro masters, the authors show you how to use the fabric-piecing principles of boro and sashiko to make 9 projects. More than 30 sashiko patterns are included, as well as step-by-step instructions for marking and stitching authentic hand-stitched sashiko"-- Provided by publisher.