Tanuki Studio
Tanuki Studio · Sashiko

Traditional sashiko patterns, ready to print and stitch.

You'll get printable patterns, free how-to guides, and the story behind each design.

Raimon sample, hand-stitched.

Raimon (lightning spiral) sashiko pattern hand-stitched in blue thread on natural linen

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Sanjū Hishi Tsunagi (Triple Diamond Link) sashiko pattern, printable stitching diagram
Pattern

Triple Diamond Link · Sanjū Hishi Tsunagi

A linked diamond sashiko pattern with three nested layers, built on a steady checkerboard lattice.

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Close-up of even sashiko running stitches
Guide

How to stitch sashiko: a beginner's guide

The whole craft is one simple running stitch. Here's how to load the needle, keep your stitches even, and find the quiet rhythm of sashiko.

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Kugurizashi: threaded sashiko
Story

Kugurizashi: threaded sashiko

Kugurizashi adds a contrasting woven layer to a finished hitomezashi grid. Here's what it is, how it's worked, and how it differs from hitomezashi, moyozashi, and kogin.

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Plum linen hand-stitched with white jūji-zashi cross-stitch sashiko, with embroidery scissors and the Tanuki Studio mascot
Free sashiko sampler

Learn to mend your jeans. Three free sashiko patterns, plus 15% off your first order.

You'll get a printable sampler of three beginner patterns, ready for your first repair today.

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