• SHOP
  • About
    • About Sara
    • Contact me!
    • Design Collaborations
    • Sewing Collaborations
  • Sewing
    • Sewing Tutorials
    • Things I Made
  • Design Portfolio
  • Blog
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
Radiant Home Studio | Sewing Patterns & Surface Design

Radiant Home Studio

October 31, 2014 ·

20 Best Sashiko Embroidery Tutorials & Projects

Crafts· Embroidery· Tutorials

Sashiko projects

Recently I finished sewing a Zsayla blouse. It had a large yoke, perfect for embroidery. I looked at several beautiful embroidery patterns, but I really wanted something simple and clean. I had a seen a few Sashiko projects and decided to try this method of embroidery for my blouse.

Sashiko Enbroidery Tutorials and Projects | Radiant Home Studio
(Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no cost to you. Thanks!)

While I was working on learning the techniques for myself, I gathered a list of the best Sashiko embroidery tutorials and lessons, including some video instruction. I also listed several Sashiko projects for inspiration, a few free patterns, and some ideas for making your own patterns.

Tutorials:

Purl Bee Sashiko Embroidery Tutorials | Radiant Home Studio

The Purl Bee has a detailed Sashiko tutorial showing the right types of thread and needles up close. They also sell preprinted starter kits.

This Sashiko method shows you how to trace your pattern onto interfacing. This is the method I used for my Zsayla blouse. (This is no longer available, but simply layer lightweight interfacing over your pattern and trace with a washable pen.)

A three-part Sashiko lesson with great photos. She covers pattern transfer, stitch length and corners, and order of stitching.

This Sashiko lesson is filled with helpful tips, design ideas, and instructions for transferring designs with tailor’s chalk.

Make your own Sashiko designs with graph paper or dot matrix paper, then learn how to transfer it to your fabric with this Sashiko tutorial video.

My tips for adding Sashiko embroidery to a Zsayla top, using lightweight interfacing to transfer the design (below).

This video gives a quick demonstration on how to stitch a Sashiko design with your sewing machine. If you just like the geometric designs and want to add embellishment more quickly, this might be a good method for you.

Melissa’s tips for adding Sashiko embroidery to a knit blouse using interfacing to transfer the design.

Project Ideas:

This patchwork denim clutch with Sashiko stitching is gorgeous and fun! It looks like a great way to use up denim scraps.

I love these simple linen reversible Sashiko Placemats on the Purl Bee blog. They would make a beautiful modern, handmade addition to your table.

And a Colorful Sashiko Pillow, also at the Purl Bee, shows you how to add a bright and fun twist to the traditional Sashiko stitching.

There are a few Sashiko cloud pattern ideas in this blog post, including placemats and embellishment on a chambray dress.

sashiko flickr pool

There is a Sashiko Flickr group filled with beautiful projects to inspire you! This makes me want to add Sashiko stitching to everything…

Sashiko Embroidery Tutorials |Lampshade via WildOlive | Radiant Home Studio

Speaking of adding it to everything—how about this Sashiko embroidered lampshade made by Mollie at Wild Olive?

Check out this Sashiko Pinterest board that is filled with more inspiration and links. Or just search for Sashiko boards on Pinterest— there are dozens!

I can’t leave out a this beautiful tote with Sashiko bag handles!

sashiko quilt

Look at the variety of patterns in this Sashiko sampler quilt!

Free Sashiko Patterns:

Update: Download a free clamshell Sashiko design that I created for an Oliver + S Hide-and-Seek Dress

Free Sashiko Pattern Download | Radiant Home Studio

Here are 8 free Sashiko designs — you have to click through the slideshow, right click, and save the image.

Small Sashiko Embroidery Cloud Pattern | via Craftsy | Radiant Home Studio

There is a simple Sashiko cloud pattern on Craftsy.

Or you can use graph paper to make your own patterns. There are several simple geometric ideas that you can easily draw and use for any project.

Recommended Tools & Resources:

20 Best Sashiko Tutorials & Projects | Radiant Home Studio

Simple Sashiko: 8 Sashiko Sewing Projects for the Modern Home is a beautiful, minimal, modern book of Sashiko projects.

The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook has extremely high ratings and great reviews. It looks like the go-to guide for Sashiko.

Sashiko needles & Sashiko thread (I used both of these items for my projects.)

A Sashiko sampler kit would make a great gift!

Feel free to link up any other helpful tutorials or inspiring projects in the comments. Happy Stitching!

Previous Post: « Embroidered Zsayla Top
Next Post: 2015 Tea Towel Calendar {Joy comes in the morning} »

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Claire says

    April 13, 2015 at 5:12 am

    This is a great post. Thanks for the links too. Love your top – the embroidery looks very professional.

    • Sara Curtis says

      April 27, 2015 at 2:41 pm

      Thank you Claire!

  2. Jill says

    September 4, 2015 at 4:06 am

    Very stylish yoke on your dress! Lovely ?

    • Sara Curtis says

      September 4, 2015 at 3:02 pm

      Thank you Jill!

  3. The Sequinned Sheep says

    September 7, 2015 at 6:54 am

    I really want to try Sashiko, and am so grateful that you’ve gathered all these great tutorials in one place! Thanks so much!

    • Sara Curtis says

      September 7, 2015 at 8:18 am

      You are welcome! Thanks for stopping to comment!

  4. Jenya says

    November 22, 2015 at 4:58 am

    Your blouse looks stunning with this beautiful detail, so is the dress.

    • Sara Curtis says

      November 23, 2015 at 9:02 am

      Thank you! I wish I wore it more, but I’m always afraid that it will be ruined by dirty kids, food splatters, and art supplies!

  5. Annie says

    December 6, 2015 at 11:14 am

    What a wonderful, inspiring, and informative site for Sashiko, thank you,!

    • Sara Curtis says

      December 6, 2015 at 8:07 pm

      Thank you! I hope you will be able to make something with the information.

  6. benu says

    March 9, 2016 at 6:50 am

    thanks for the post and consolidating all the resources here at one place … i must also add your work is stunning …

    • Sara Curtis says

      March 10, 2016 at 7:25 am

      Thank you so much!

  7. vicki says

    May 3, 2016 at 6:58 pm

    The eight free designs are impossible to access, nowhere does it say “download” even though it talks about it all through the pages, I’ve spent so much time and have nothing, I’m so frustrated.

    • Sara Curtis says

      May 4, 2016 at 8:20 am

      Hi Vicki,
      Sorry you spent so much time trying to figure it out. I mentioned it briefly in the description, but you have to click through the slideshow and right click on each image. When the menu comes up, click “download Linked file”. Then check your download folder and it should be there!

  8. Shampa Chatterjee says

    May 23, 2016 at 5:15 am

    This is absolutely a very new technique that I have come across–thanks a lot; I just can’t wait to try the technique.

  9. Stacey says

    August 8, 2016 at 5:21 am

    This is a great post…the really hilarious part is that I am making the Cinema dress right now-the adult version of the Hide and Seek dress- and I wanted to add some embellishment to it. I accidentally discovered sashiko on Pinterest, which led me to your blog…wherein I saw EXACTLY what I want to do!

    • Sara Curtis says

      August 8, 2016 at 7:37 am

      Ooh. That sounds beautiful! Please stop back and send me a link to your picture when you finish. I’d love to see it!

  10. Maureen V R says

    August 24, 2016 at 5:56 pm

    Oh dear. Something else to try out. I love the patterns. I was criticised at an embroidery course I went on because I seemed to be hooked on patterns – not free enough she said. I shall certainly be trying this at sometime..

    • Sara Curtis says

      August 25, 2016 at 10:07 am

      Everyone has their own style! Definitely give it a try 🙂

Primary Sidebar

Hello

Welcome! I’m Sara. I share modern home & accessory sewing patterns, and I create surface designs for licensing. I hope you are encouraged to see beauty in small things and are inspired to try new creative projects!

Shop Sewing Patterns


icon icon

icon icon

Newsletter

Sign up to get access to free sewing patterns & resource library!

Find My Work at:






© Copyright Notice

All images and text copyright ©2013-2020 Radiant Home Studio, unless otherwise noted. Please be kind enough to link back to my site and contact me if you would like to use my images.

Disclosure

I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

  • Disclosures & Copyright
  • About
  • Contact me!
  • Digital Pattern FAQ’s

Resources I Love:







Featured Posts:

  • How to Make A Waxed Canvas Gift Pouch | Radiant Home Studio

    How to Make a Waxed Canvas Gift Pouch

Sewing Tutorials

Denim Pocket with Grommets and Denim Shoulder Strap| Tote Bag Upgrade | Radiant Home Studio

Sewing Patterns

Surface Design

home page 1 - radiant home studio design

overflowandco

🪴Shop welcoming greeting cards, stationery, home goods, & gifts in NC
☕️ Cozy, fresh, encouraging design
💌 Email for wholesale, licensing & collabs👇🏻

Sara Curtis | Stationery & Pattern Design
Beautiful day in @burlingtondowntown at @frontstm Beautiful day in @burlingtondowntown  at @frontstmarket! 

We had a relaxing day visiting with customers, old friends, our neighbor @bijouxbycatherine and her friend Stephanie, and drinking coffee from @theblendandco ☀️

#smallbusinessnc #burlingtondowntown #burlingtonnc #frontstreetmarket #stationeryshop #greetingcards
It’s almost Mother’s Day! I’m shipping out r It’s almost Mother’s Day! I’m shipping out retail and wholesale orders immediately, so you still have time to order. ☺️

Enjoy this beautiful Spring day! 🌸 ☀️ 🌳 

#mothersday #mothersdaycards #stationeryaddict #greetingcarddesigner
It’s almost Mother’s Day! Makers - a new set o It’s almost Mother’s Day! Makers - a new set of potholders is a quick and easy handmade gift that you can personalize to match a kitchen. Fabric by @ash_cascade_design and @cottonandsteel

#mothersday #mothersdaygiftideas #diyprojects #patchwork #quiltedgifts #handmademothersdaygifts #sewing
I just sent out some bandanas today! These always I just sent out some bandanas today! These always sell really well at markets, but I don’t think I share them enough here. I expect to sell out at summer markets and won’t be restocking these exact designs! 

#bandanastyle #bandanascarf #mothersdaygift #hairscarf #screenprintedtextiles #shopdurhamnc #shopsmallraleigh #designerbandanas
Spring bouquet inspired by the Farmer’s Market! Spring bouquet inspired by the Farmer’s Market! 👩‍🌾💐

I’ve been fighting to find my creative spark in the midst of personal struggle. This is one of the few things I’ve managed to create from fresh doodles all the way to pattern. 

As always, I’m looking for beauty in the small things, but it has been much harder this past year. I miss the creative flow that comes from easy days and a clear head. 

I’m learning to process loss (of many communities, of my identity, of plans, and more) and I’m grateful for people like @kjramseywrites @sarahbsouthern @katecbowler and @hilaryrushford that make a place for loss and hope to coexist. 😘

#lifeissobeautifullifeissohard #creativespark #hopewhileyoucope
Snippets of my week! #marchmeetthemaker #marchmeet Snippets of my week! #marchmeetthemaker #marchmeetthemaker2023 #snippetsaturday 

Music @and.y.morris from TT
Load More Follow on Instagram
  • Disclosures & Copyright
  • About
  • Contact me!
  • Digital Pattern FAQ’s

Copyright © 2023 · Sara Curtis // beloved theme