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Janette Haruguchi

Hey there! I am Janette. During my fourteen years 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.

Traditional sashiko pattern asanoha in white thread on indigo cloth

Sashiko Pattern Asanoha

Asanoha 麻の葉 may be the most well-known sashiko pattern. This version belongs to the moyōzashi group. | Sashiko pattern

Musubikikkō sashiko pattern stitched in white sashiko thread on white linen

Sashiko Pattern Musubikikkō

The traditional Japanese sashiko pattern musubikikkō 結び亀甲 means "linked tortoiseshells." | Sashiko pattern

The marutsunagi sashiko pattern in yellow on teal fabric

Sashiko Pattern Marutsunagi

The traditional Japanese pattern marutsunagi 円繋ぎ is a popular sashiko moyōzashi pattern. | Sashiko Pattern

Sashiko pattern Shippōtsunagi in variegated blue on white

Sashiko Pattern Shippōtsunagi

The traditional Japanese pattern shippōtsunagi 七宝繋ぎ belongs to the moyōzashi patterns | Sashiko Pattern

Beautiful quilt in earthy colors with a white running stitch

How to quilt with sashiko

If you reduce sashiko to its technique, it is basically a running stitch that creates patterns. So of course you can use it to quilt. | What you need to know

Tools needed to make a sashiko thimble: scissors, string, template, leather etc.

How to make a palm thimble

Making your own palm thimble is incredibly easy and inexpensive. Follow these 6 steps to craft your own sashiko thimble | Tutorial

Denims with a hole close up.

The best thread for mending your denim jeans

If you treasure your denims, they might need mending sooner or later｜Choose the right thread