Sashiko Thread

Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period (1615–1868). Used by working class farming and fishing families to make stronger more practical workwear, a worn-out piece was stitched with layers of old cloth, producing a sturdy garment passed down through generations. Sashikotranslates to English as little stabs, a reference to the simple running stitch used.

Sashiko thread is more twisted than embroidery floss and not designed to be separated into strands. 100% cotton, it has a matte finish, with no sheen. We sell sashiko in Thin Thread which has 4 plys and Thick Thread with 6 plys.

Sashiko Thin Thread 40m - Water Blue 226

Sashiko Thin Thread 40m - Water Blue 226

$7.50

The standard thickness of 4-strand sashiko thread, 100% cotton, easy to use for fine to large patterns. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period...

Sashiko Thin Thread 40m - Spring Green 227

Sashiko Thin Thread 40m - Spring Green 227

$7.50

The standard thickness of 4-strand sashiko thread, 100% cotton, easy to use for fine to large patterns. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period...

Sashiko Thin Thread 40m - Warbler 228

Sashiko Thin Thread 40m - Warbler 228

$7.50

The standard thickness of 4-strand sashiko thread, 100% cotton, easy to use for fine to large patterns. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period...

Sashiko Thin Thread 40m - Dark Grey 229

Sashiko Thin Thread 40m - Dark Grey 229

$7.50

The standard thickness of 4-strand sashiko thread, 100% cotton, easy to use for fine to large patterns. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period...

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 301 - Rain Sounds

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 301 - Rain Sounds

$7.95

Code:- KI-2400 301 4-strand sashiko thread is the most popular thickness, suitable for stitching detailed patterns and large patterns. The thread is packed on a card winder which makes it...

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 302 - Rain Sparkler

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 302 - Rain Sparkler

$7.95

Code:- KI-2400 302 4-strand sashiko thread is the most popular thickness, suitable for stitching detailed patterns and large patterns. The thread is packed on a card winder which makes it...

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 401 - Goldfish Scooping

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 401 - Goldfish Scooping

$7.95

Code:- KI-2400 401 4-strand sashiko thread is the most popular thickness, suitable for stitching detailed patterns and large patterns. The thread is packed on a card winder which makes it...

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated - Shaved Ice 402

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated - Shaved Ice 402

$7.95

Code:- KI-2400 402 4-strand sashiko thread is the most popular thickness, suitable for stitching detailed patterns and large patterns. The thread is packed on a card winder which makes it...

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 403 - Morning Glory

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 403 - Morning Glory

$7.95

Code:- KI-2400 403 4-strand sashiko thread is the most popular thickness, suitable for stitching detailed patterns and large patterns. The thread is packed on a card winder which makes it...

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 501 - Paper Balloon

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 501 - Paper Balloon

$7.95

Code:- KI-2400 501 4-strand sashiko thread is the most popular thickness, suitable for stitching detailed patterns and large patterns. The thread is packed on a card winder which makes it...

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 502 - Paper Tanabata

Sashiko Thread Thin Variegated 502 - Paper Tanabata

$7.95

Code:- KI-2400 502 4-strand sashiko thread is the most popular thickness, suitable for stitching detailed patterns and large patterns. The thread is packed on a card winder which makes it...

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Off White 201

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Off White 201

$7.50

A slightly thicker 6-strand sashiko thread, revealing clearly visible stitches, recommended for sashiko with a large pattern. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period (1615–1868). Used by working...

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Natural 202

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Natural 202

$7.50

A slightly thicker 6-strand sashiko thread, revealing clearly visible stitches, recommended for sashiko with a large pattern. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period (1615–1868). Used by working...

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Yellow 203

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Yellow 203

$7.50

A slightly thicker 6-strand sashiko thread, revealing clearly visible stitches, recommended for sashiko with a large pattern. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period (1615–1868). Used by working...

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Teal 205

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Teal 205

$7.50

A slightly thicker 6-strand sashiko thread, revealing clearly visible stitches, recommended for sashiko with a large pattern. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period (1615–1868). Used by working...

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Green 208

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Green 208

$7.50

A slightly thicker 6-strand sashiko thread, revealing clearly visible stitches, recommended for sashiko with a large pattern. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period (1615–1868). Used by working...

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Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Pink 211

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Pink 211

$7.50

A slightly thicker 6-strand sashiko thread, revealing clearly visible stitches, recommended for sashiko with a large pattern. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period (1615–1868). Used by working...

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Red 213

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Red 213

$7.50

A slightly thicker 6-strand sashiko thread, revealing clearly visible stitches, recommended for sashiko with a large pattern. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period (1615–1868). Used by working...

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Blue 215

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Blue 215

$7.50

A slightly thicker 6-strand sashiko thread, revealing clearly visible stitches, recommended for sashiko with a large pattern. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period (1615–1868). Used by working...

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Grey 217

Sashiko Thick Thread 30m - Grey 217

$7.50

A slightly thicker 6-strand sashiko thread, revealing clearly visible stitches, recommended for sashiko with a large pattern. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery style dating back to the Edo period (1615–1868). Used by working...