In The New Sashiko, elements from different traditional stitch patterns are combined to make something new. Easy zakka projects – some with patchwork- give you a chance to play with different patterns, colours and textures on bags and pouches, tableware and other small accessories. And there are plenty of out-of-the-box stitch patterns to try. Try them on your jeans, your floor-pillows, a full-sized quilt, and enjoy adding a bit of your personality to all of your sashiko projects.

Tokyo-based author sashikonami has long been a fan of combining sashiko and patchwork. She has written and co-written numerous books and articles on sashiko in her native Japan. With “freedom and fun” as her motto, she shares her creative process and tips on her website, YouTube and other video sharing platforms.