Beaded Sashiko: Discover Its Charm! (Part 1)

Beaded Sashiko is a new craft genre that uses beads to stitch traditional sashiko patterns.
The classic, understated look of traditional sashiko stitched with sashiko thread is transformed into a dazzling creation by using bugle beads to form the lines!

Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery technique that has been passed down for generations.
It uses a needle and thread to stitch traditional Japanese patterns onto fabric.
Simple yet beautiful, sashiko creates elegant designs with carefully arranged stitches. This technique is said to have grown from the practical wisdom of everyday life.

The origins of sashiko are believed to date back around 500 years.
Although its exact birthplace is unknown, the sashiko traditions of Japan’s Tohoku region are especially well known today.
Because cold regions were not suitable for growing cotton, cotton products were considered very valuable.
It is said that techniques developed to reinforce clothing and provide warmth eventually evolved into sashiko and were passed down through the generations.

A New Craft Genre: Beads × Sashiko

Beaded Sashiko uses sparkling beads to create the stitched lines that are characteristic of sashiko.
Unlike the simple look of traditional sashiko, beads add elegance, sweetness, and a more decorative feel to the designs.The beads also create a sense of dimension that is difficult to achieve with sashiko thread alone!

These 3mm bugle beads are perfect for Beaded Sashiko.
You can also enjoy Beaded Sashiko with other bugle beads, not just those made specifically for Beaded Sashiko!

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A sashiko thread that adds a touch of shimmering sparkle to your everyday sashiko projects.

1. Elegant Shine:
   The subtle sparkle of the metallic thread appears with every stitch.
2. Perfect for Delicate Patterns:
   Its carefully selected thickness works beautifully with traditional patterns as well as detailed designs such as hitomezashi and kuguri sashiko.
3. Wide Range of Colours:
   Available in soft, trendy shades that are easy to match with any colour.

• Approx. 40m
• Material: 96% Cotton, 4% Polyester

This slightly thicker sashiko thread helps your stitches stand out clearly.
Variegated thread, which changes colour along its length, is perfect for creating unique and eye-catching projects.ステッチが

• Approx. 40m
• Material: 100% Cotton

This pre-cut sashiko cloth makes it easy to create a sashiko dishcloth right away.
Simply fold it in half and sew the edges to create a square dishcloth of the perfect size.

Fine Weave (Okakiji)
This fabric has a finer weave, making it ideal for stitching delicate patterns. Fine sashiko thread is recommended.

• Available in packs of 3 or 10
• Siza: 33×71cm / Finished size: Approx. 34 × 34 cm
• Material: 100% Cotton

Coarse Weave (Bun Fabric)
A traditional weave commonly used for dishcloths.

• Available in packs of 3 or 10
• Siza: 33×71cm / Finished size: Approx. 34 × 34 cm
• Material: 100% Cotton

This soft fabric has a pleasant texture and just the right amount of firmness, with a hand-spun look and feel.
Perfect not only for sashiko projects, but also for everyday items such as placemats and coasters.

• Size: 50×55cm
• Material: 100% Cotton

These needles are recommended for stitching beads!
No. 8 is great for beginners because the thread is easier to pass through the eye of the needle.
No. 9 is finer, making it easier to stitch beads. This is also the size recommended by Ms. Yonenaga♪

• Large: 65mm — 1
• Small: 48mm — 1

Sashiko Needles with Needle Threader

• 0.84 mm × 51.5 mm — 1
• 0.99 mm × 44.5 mm — 1
• 0.84 mm × 41.3 mm — 1
• 0.84 mm × 33.3 mm — 1

• 0.97 mm × 66.7 mm — 1
  Recommended thread: Sashiko Thread (Fine), Daruma Household Thread (Thick), Daruma Household Thread (Fine)

• 0.97 mm × 60 mm — 1
  Recommended thread: Sashiko Thread (Medium Weight), Sashiko Thread (Fine), Daruma Household Thread (Thick), Daruma Household Thread (Fine)

• 0.97 mm × 54 mm — 1
  Recommended thread: Sashiko Thread (Fine), Daruma Household Thread (Thick), Daruma Household Thread (Fine)

• 0.84 mm × 41.3 mm — 1
• 0.84 mm × 51.0 mm — 1
• 0.99 mm × 44.5 mm — 2
• 0.97 mm × 54.0 mm — 2 needles

• 0.84 mm × 50.8 mm — 2
• 0.99 mm × 44.5 mm — 2
• 0.91 mm × 42.9 mm — 2
• 0.89 mm × 34.9 mm — 2 needles

This embroidery hoop is made in Japan and features a sturdy adjustment screw that holds fabric securely in place.

A convenient frame that can be used as an embroidery hoop and then displayed as is.
The outer frame is made of rubber, allowing you to attach fabric neatly without damaging it, which is a great feature♪

A leather thimble with a dish-shaped design developed specifically for Sashiko use.

A handy 15 cm ruler for adding seam allowances to pattern paper and measuring small details.

It features a green zone that makes the scale easy to read even on patterned fabrics, and a zero-start scale from the edge for accurate measuring.

Because it is semi-transparent, it makes tracing designs very easy.
It can be sewn together with fabric and removed by tearing along the stitches.
It can also be temporarily fixed repeatedly using an iron.

A plate that allows you to mark even intervals.
After marking, you can use embroidery thread for smocking or hitomezashi sashiko.

We offer a variety of bases such as brooch settings, clasps, and craft frames.

You can choose the one that best matches your project!

BS-ALLSET Beaded Sashiko Starter Set

The kit uses a special fabric designed for Beaded Sashiko, with the bead embroidery lines already printed on it.
You can start creating right away by simply preparing scissors and a ruler!
By scanning the QR code in the instruction booklet, you can watch a video showing how to stitch the design, making it easy and enjoyable even for beginners.

The finished fabric can be arranged into interior decorations or small accessories.

Design: Mayumi Yonenaga

Kit Contents

• Special fabric for Beaded Sashiko (approx. 18 × 18 cm)
• Bugle beads
• Embroidery thread & French embroidery needle No. 9
• Instruction booklet
• QR code for stitching tips video

How did you like Part 1?
We hope this introduction has sparked your interest in Beaded Sashiko!

The items introduced in this article are available at our stores and online shop. Please check them out!

In Part 2, we will finally share our interview with Ms. Yonenaga.
Stay tuned!

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