Sashiko Pattern Hitomekagome
The traditional Japanese pattern hitomekagome means "hitome basket eyes." It is a potent protective pattern.
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Sashiko Pattern Leaf
You probably already guessed it, but the leaf pattern is a rather new addition to the vast directory of sashiko stitching patterns and belongs to hitomezashi 一目刺し.
The pattern looks harmless, but don't be fooled! This one takes quite a while to finish.
Sanjūbishitsunagi
The traditional Japanese pattern sanjūbishitsunagi 三重菱繋ぎ means "three-layered rhombi connection." You can find it as a pattern in hotels all across Japan.
Sashiko Pattern Asagao
The traditional Japanese sashiko pattern asagao 朝顔 means "morning glory." | Sashiko Pattern
Digital Numbers
Digital numbers as a sashiko pattern?!? Quite en vogue in Japan. This hitomezashi pattern is rather easy to stitch and thus perfect for beginners.
Kawarikakushippō
Kawarikakushippō means "variation of angled seven treasures." Like many traditional patterns, kawarikakushippō is a kisshōmonyō 吉祥文様 "lucky omen pattern."
Sashiko Pattern Seigaiha
The traditional Japanese pattern seigaiha 青海波 means "waves of the blue sea." Like the name suggests, the pattern represents stylized waves. As a kisshōmonyō, it is thought to bring good fortune.