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Susan Briscoe
A collection of 365 different sashiko patterns to sew from sashiko sewing expert, Susan Briscoe. Sew all 365 to make a beautiful sashiko sampler quilt featuring all the designs.
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The Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook published 20 years ago and we are celebrating the 20th anniversary with a limited edition featuring 12 new patterns and one new project.
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Sashiko, the traditional Japanese technique of needlework quilting, uses simple running stitch to create beautifully decorative patterns ideal for patchwork, quilting and embroidery.
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Learn the traditional Japanese needlework technique of sashiko with this fun and inspiring craft deck. Get started on your sashiko journey with 52 stitches presented on easy to follow cards…
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Boro is the ultimate slow stitching technique. This collection explores the history of Japanese textile technique boro, and its relevance to the contemporary sewer looking for sustainable sewing techniques.
Learn how to do the big stitch technique of sashiko with these 8 simple sashiko sewing projects. Traditional Japanese sewing technique, sashiko, is currently a major sewing trend in craft…
A fully illustrated treasury of over 125 exquisite Japanese designs.
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A collection of 14 beautiful bag and purse designs to take you through the week, with a pair of projects for each day and a design for every occasion.
Create exquisite quilts in the Japanese style featuring cool, calming taupe colors – with tips, techniques, and inspiration from an acclaimed textile artist.
The distinctive beauty of contemporary Japanese quilts…
A collection of Japanese style quilting projects by Susan Briscoe. Includes step instructions for creating Japanese style quilting projects including throws, cushions and quilts. The projects feature traditional Japanese techniques…
A collection that features 21 bags produced from 13 basic designs, specifically with quilters in mind. It also includes information on fabric selection, secure fastenings, and comfortable carrying straps and…
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Choose from colourful patchwork designs, bright geometric patterns and pretty pictorial blocks featuring applique motifs or teddies, hearts, flowers, letters and numbers. Each design includes a detailed photograph, requirements, clear…
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Following the story of a marriage come undone, this book-length sequence is broken down into four seasons, distilling the details of the failed relationship through physical processes of nature, such…
Helps you discover sashiko, the Japanese method of decorative stitching to create striking patterns on fabric with lines of simple running stitch. This title contains 25 projects exploring 12 methods…
The book guides the reader through all the basic techniques, provides templates as necessary and generally shows how even a beginner can achieve beautiful quilt blocks. The patterns are coded…
No woman would be without one - a bag is the accessory that carries any number of essential items. A bag can be as individual as the person using it…
This is a practical guide to combining Japanese fabrics and traditional Oriental style with fast, super-easy techniques.
Discover the beautiful Japanese pattern darning technique kogin and how it can be used to create stunning stitched and quilted projects. Briscoe has compiled a collection of over 60 pattern…
Specifically with quilters in mind, this collection features 21 bags produced from 13 basic designs. These designs allow the quilter to explore new techniques. Essential information is also included on…
Discover the oldest know coverlet in the world block by block in this fascinating book by Susan Briscoe. Featuring a historical take on the quilt by quilt historian, Bridget Long…
