Sashiko is the traditional Japanese technique of needlework quilting originally practiced by Japanese farmers and fishermen many centuries ago. As cloth and thread were in short supply, they used a running-stitch technique to mend torn or worn clothing. Sashiko (lit. "stab-stitch") refers to the small running stitch that is worked to build up distinctive patterns ideal for patchwork. 

We sell stenciled fabric, thread, needles, thimbles, chako paper and fabric pencils.