Sashiko is stitching its way into the spotlight—and it’s easy to see why. This elegant Japanese embroidery tradition blends mindful mending with striking design. Now, beautifully crafted books and courses make it easier than ever to learn. Whether you're drawn to visible mending or decorative stitching, there's never been a better time to pick up a needle and start your sashiko journey.

Stitching Sashiko

Stitching Sashiko is a beautifully photographed guide to over 40 traditional Japanese embroidery patterns. With clear, step-by-step instructions from Shannon Leigh Roudhán and Jason Bowlsby, it’s perfect for all skill levels looking to explore the art of decorative stitching and mindful mending.

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Sashiko Handy Pocket Guide

The Sashiko Handy Pocket Guide may be small, but it’s packed with everything you need to start stitching with confidence. Best-selling author Sylvia Pippen covers sashiko history, tools, techniques, and 27 ready-to-use designs—all in a portable format perfect for stitching on the go. It’s an ideal companion for beginners and a thoughtful gift for any sewing enthusiast.

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Sashiko Stencils

These stencils let you easily transfer intricate Sashiko designs onto fabric by simply positioning them, marking with a fabric pencil, and then stitching along the lines—making traditional patterns accessible for any skill level. Their precise cutouts ensure accuracy, helping you create beautiful, consistent designs every time with minimal effort.

Order Sashiko Stencils, Traditional Collection here.

Learn Sashiko With On Demand Courses

Sashiko Mending

Learn the art of visible mending with sashiko—an easy, inexpensive, and artistic approach to repairing and enhancing your clothing and home décor. Sign up here. 

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Rice Stitch: Hitomezashi (Sashiko Starter Series #1)

The Perfect Sashiko Starting Point. The Rice Stitch is a combination of three stitch patterns that are used for visible mending, quilting, and embellishment. Join Shannon & Jason in this foundational course to start your sashiko stitching. Sign up here.

Woven Bamboo: Moyouzashi (Sashiko Starter Series #2)

Woven Bamboo is the second foundational class in the Shibaguyz Sashiko Stitch Series. After taking the Rice Stitch and this course, you will be ready to take on all of their future sashiko sessions! Sign up here.

Ganzezashi (Sea Urchin) Moyouzashi Sashiko Stitch

Ganzezashi (sea urchin) is one of the most recognized patterns in Moyouzashi Sashiko and one look at the radiating lines and angles of stitching will tell you why. Learn how to draw and stitch this iconic Moyouzashi Sashiko pattern in this course. Sign up here.