Traditional Sashiko Sampler, Persimmon Blossom

This traditional Sashiko pattern, Persimmon Blossom, is printed on 100% cotton fabric with wash away markings.  You just thread your sashiko needle with sashiko thread and enjoy the stitching.  Sashiko threads comes in many colours, choose your favourite, or use traditional white.

• Updated english instructions included
• White colour cotton fabric
• You will need 20 meters of sashiko thread
• The sashiko pattern printed area is 33cm*33cm (12"X12")
  
•  Sashiko stitching is durable and machine washable

Uses: This fabric sampler is called a Hana Fukin, which means a useful household cloth. You can use these in the kitchen to cover a bowl of fruit, eggs, breads, or as a table mats, napkins or absorbent tea towels. You can also use them to make cushions, or stitch several together to make a runner.  They also make excellent quilt blocks and can be cut into 4 for smaller blocks.

Symbolism: Most sashiko designs are abstract drawings objects in the natural world, and/or symbolic of meanings associated with life and the environment.