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Step 1
Look for Sashiko thread in quilting stores or specialty shops. The thread should be 100 percent cotton. Sashiko thread is heavier than usual quilting thread and is twisted up more than embroidery floss.
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Step 2
Select a thread of regular or thick weight for most Sashiko quilting projects. Reserve use of medium- and fine-weight threads for denser Sashiko techniques.
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Step 3
Use additional strands of thread to create a thicker thread or to variegate your colors. A thick crochet thread can be used in Sashiko quilting projects as well.
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Step 4
Choose thread colors that contrast with the fabric you're using for your Sashiko project. Traditionally, the technique has been passed down as white cotton thread on a dark blue cotton fabric. Modern Sashiko technique has expanded over the years, and there's more variety available now.












Comments
treewater said
on 3/9/2009 Hi, I do a lot of sashiko stitching with perle cotton, which is easy to find in most sewing stores.