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Janette Haruguchi

Hey there! I am Janette. While living in Japan I fell in love with sashiko. The simple yet intricate design caught my eye and my heart. Sharing all I know with you on Stitches on the Run.

Retro paper bag and different color threads by Itoroku

Itoroku – continuance since 1870

Itoroku has been known for silk and cotton threads for more than 150 years. Their exquisite products deserve a spotlight. | Brand spotlight

8 ply yellow kogin thread vs. 4 ply red and blue sashiko thread on cards by Daruma

The difference between sashiko thread and kogin thread

At first glance sashiko thread and kogin thread look very similar. | Similarities and differences between the two

Sashiko embroidered kimono from the late 19. century.

Do you use batting for sashiko?

Sashiko and batting have a very shallow history. | Practical advice for batting x sashiko

two packages sashiko needles, two different threads and one package of cloth by different brands

Japan's 5 major brands in sashiko material 2024

Thanks to sashiko's ongoing trend, many smaller brands that produce sashiko material, needles, fabric, and thread have popped up over the last years. | The main players in 2024

Cotton cloth with sashiko pattern

7 common questions about sashiko answered

Have the most common questions about sashiko answered | Beginner questions about the Japanese stitching technique answered

Many different shades of indigo thread by Itoroku.

7 things you should know about sashiko thread

Tangled yarn? The difference between sashiko thread and embroidery floss? | Beginner questions about sashiko thread answered

Straight pink and yellow sashiko stitches on teal fabric

How to keep your sashiko stitches straight

Straight stitches can be difficult to achieve. | 4 simple tips on how to achieve the best result