List of Recommended Sashiko Items

(& Reasons for why).

 Main Items: Optional Items:
• Thread Clipper / Grip Scissors
• Sashiko Thread • Thread Bobbins
• Threaders
• Sashiko Needle • Basting Threads
• Clips / Pincs

• Thimble
• Rulers / Circle Plate

• Fabric
Main Items will make a signi cant
di erence in your Sashiko Experience.
Optional Items are something I used
in the Domestika Sashiko Course.
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Sashiko Thread
As I introduced in the Domestika Course,
the purpose of Sashiko Thread is to “become”
a part of the fabric after stitching.

To make it happen, the twist of the thread

is one of the most important elements.

Please try our Sashiko to maximize

your Sashiko Experience.

Possible Subsitute Items can be found on this Support Webpage:

https://atsushi.japanesesashiko.com/Domestika
Sashiko Needle
In order to experience “Unshin” I introduce,
the length of 51.5 mm is important.

Also, please remember what was the reason

for Japanese practicing Sashiko.
A needle with big eye can go against
the original purpose of Sashiko.

Possible Subsitute Items can be found on this Support Webpage:

https://atsushi.japanesesashiko.com/Domestika
 Thimble (Round)
As long as you can “push” the needle while
moving your needle, any thimble would be ne.

My preferece is round dish - metal - thimble.

You may make your own thimble using
fabric scrap and something hard (like a coin).

Possible Subsitute Items can be found on this Support Webpage:

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 Fabric
Unlike the other 3 items, Thread, Needle, and Thimble,
we can use many kinds of fabric.

For that, “any fabric” is ne.

However, in order to maximize our Sashiko experience,
my preference is Cotton 100% & Japanese Woven.

Possible Subsitute Items can be found on this Support Webpage:

https://atsushi.japanesesashiko.com/Domestika
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