{"product_id":"h-2014-hana-bishi-navy","title":"Hana-bishi Sashiko Sampler in Navy","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSashiko is a traditional form of Japanese embroidery, often used to stitch multiple layers of cloth together to create warm clothing, or for mending.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis printed sampler cloth is deisgned for making pillows, napkins, handkerchiefs, or any project that you would like to have the embroidery on. Use these squares as the center of a throw pillow, or part of it as a pocket on a dress or bag. These squares could even be incorporated into quilts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe printed pattern measures 12\" x 12\", and is on one end of the larger piece of cloth that measures approximately 13\" x 28\". See the photograph for and example of what one of the navy samplers looks like when spread out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis package contains only the printed cloth. Needles and thread will need to be purchased separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe navy samplers are a true navy color, not the blue that is shown on the stitch diagrams in the listings.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe printed pattern is water soluble and will disapear when washed or wiped with a wet cloth. Pressing the cloth with your iron could cause the printed design to set permanently and not wash out when you are finished with the embroidery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe directions in this kit are entirely in Japanese. There are diagrams in the directions that show suggested stitching directions. Here are some suggestion that we have put together that might be helpful:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can stitch through just one or both layers of the cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStitching through one layer will leave the other side of the cloth to fold back over to make a kerchief or to make a small pillow once you are finished with the embroidery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStitching through both layers will be a bit more work, but will create a thicker and more traditional quilted appearance. If you do this, fold the unmarked half to the back of the half with the printed design. Make sure to hand press the layers together and keep them pinned until you have stitched across enough times to keep both the layers flat and even.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSashiko embroidery does not use hoops. It uses a simple running stitch to make different patterns. The stitching is done by gathering quite a few stitches on the needle at one time before pulling it through the fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWork across the cloth in a line, or on a zig zagging path across the cloth. Once you reach the other side, turn and take another path across.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can use different colors for different parts of the design if you like.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMake sure to keep the threads loose while you are stitching.\u003c\/strong\u003e As the cloth fills up with your stitching, it will start to get a bit tighter feeling, so you want to have more relaxed stitches to give as much ease as possible. Be especially aware of keeping threads loose in the back of the cloth when turning corners, or making curves. Tight stitches could result in the final piece being a bit bunched and not able to lie flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44304234021096,"sku":"506520","price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0325\/6565\/7733\/products\/h-2014-hana-bishi-navy-40235137630440.jpg?v=1676857472","url":"https:\/\/fiddleheadartisansupply.sbs\/products\/h-2014-hana-bishi-navy","provider":"Fiddlehead Artisan Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}