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H-2038 (H-2038 Hana-Fukin Sashiko ) Review
Review has 2 Very Helpful ratings
Posted 2025-01-22 18:14:29. 118 Views.
| Camerio
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Pattern Description: Hana-Fukin Sashiko Sampler
Pattern Sizing: One size
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes although you select the color of your sashiko thread
Were the instructions easy to follow? The instructions of this pattern are in Japanese. As it was made as part of a class, the Japanese instructor spoke English and gave us a 1-page instructions sheet in English.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I got to select the Sashiko pattern for a variety of sampler size patterns. I like this curvaceous pattern. It is a traditional design called Hanmaru tsunagi (linked semicircles).
Fabric Used: Indigo color cotton
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: No alterations. I only had to select the color I would use for this embroidery. I decided on a burnt orange color.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I bought a couple more samplers. Once I feel my embroidery is very even, I will start on a couple of other more complex multi colored projects I also purchased while in Japan.
Conclusion: I have been curious about sashiko embroidery for a long time. So managed with this small piece to learn a new skill. This is a good project to make in front of the TV as the stitches are fairly large.
Even with the size of the city of Tokyo, it was difficult to find a location for learning sashiko in English. The class was in a section of the city that I had not visited on a very narrow street with no car access and surrounded by nice little boutiques and restaurants. The instructor was also teaching semi-precious stones and pearls jewelry making.
Pattern Sizing: One size
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes although you select the color of your sashiko thread
Were the instructions easy to follow? The instructions of this pattern are in Japanese. As it was made as part of a class, the Japanese instructor spoke English and gave us a 1-page instructions sheet in English.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I got to select the Sashiko pattern for a variety of sampler size patterns. I like this curvaceous pattern. It is a traditional design called Hanmaru tsunagi (linked semicircles).
Fabric Used: Indigo color cotton
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: No alterations. I only had to select the color I would use for this embroidery. I decided on a burnt orange color.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? I bought a couple more samplers. Once I feel my embroidery is very even, I will start on a couple of other more complex multi colored projects I also purchased while in Japan.
Conclusion: I have been curious about sashiko embroidery for a long time. So managed with this small piece to learn a new skill. This is a good project to make in front of the TV as the stitches are fairly large.
Even with the size of the city of Tokyo, it was difficult to find a location for learning sashiko in English. The class was in a section of the city that I had not visited on a very narrow street with no car access and surrounded by nice little boutiques and restaurants. The instructor was also teaching semi-precious stones and pearls jewelry making.
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14 Comments
rozzykins12 said...(1/24/25 8:53 AM ET)
I'll be making a Japanese rice bag for a close friend, the idea came to me through a review on PR! I've bookmarked sites to get the needles, yarn, etc. for sashiko & will do some practicing through an excellent YouTube tutorial. It's certainly a beautiful, "peaceful" art & I'm looking forward to embellishing part of the bag. I have sore hands so I'll have to stitch in small doses! Your sampler is gorgeous, it's truly an art form!
  Camerio replied...(1/25/25 9:35 AM ET)
This will be a lovely project!
DeeDee32 said...(1/23/25 2:38 PM ET)
Your stitch work looks great. Don't be so critical of your work. It is lovely.
  Camerio replied...(1/25/25 9:38 AM ET)
This was preprinted. I will have to remove the training wheels soon!
Patti B said...(1/23/25 10:40 AM ET)
How lovely! I just finished a Sashiko class and look forward to trying my hand at it.
  Camerio replied...(1/25/25 9:36 AM ET)
I am quite happy I have found this new embroidery style.
dolorousrattus said...(1/23/25 10:19 AM ET)
Beautiful stitching!! I was just in Japan for a "sashiko retreat" organized by Atsushi Futatsuya of Upcycle Stitches, and it was fantastic. Looking forward to seeing your future sashiko projects!
  Camerio replied...(1/25/25 9:37 AM ET)
Wow! I bet this was quite pleasant.
Moose Sky said...(1/23/25 7:55 AM ET)
Stunning!!!! Impeccable workmanship.
  Camerio replied...(1/23/25 8:49 AM ET)
Thank you, I wished it would be perfect but not quite yet. May be the next one will be.
AnitaH said...(1/23/25 7:09 AM ET)
Beautiful.
  Camerio replied...(1/23/25 8:48 AM ET)
Thank you.
DTsewingstories said...(1/22/25 8:29 PM ET)
Thanks for sharing - looks lovely. Sounds like you found a gem of a place to learn!
  Camerio replied...(1/23/25 8:48 AM ET)
Love the location and learning with a Japanese teacher.
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