An exciting upcycling idea

Do you have old clothes, fabric remnants, or leftover yarn? Here are handmade craft ideas to transform your existing items into new designs and prolong the life of your favourite items.

Sashiko

Sashiko is a traditional type of embroidery in Japan which was intended to be used for mending and reinforcing fabric. It also provides protection against the cold by stitching geometric patterns on a raw fabric. Embroider in Sashiko style to create a new design as "visible mending." Sashiko is made with just running stitches, recommended for embroidering beginners.

Rose-embroidered Tote Bag

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Sashiko Needles

Sashiko Tissue Pouch

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Sashiko Needles

Sashiko Amulet ~A little pouch of personal wishes~

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Sashiko Needles

Upcycle! Hand-sewn Sashiko Dust Cloth

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Sashiko Needles

Sashiko Dishcloth: Dragon and Clouds

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Sashiko Needles

Sashiko Table Mat

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Sashiko Needles

Rose Pattern Table Mat

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Sashiko Needles

Embroidery Stitching Tool

Punch embroidery allows for easy embroidering by simply punching the needle from one side of the fabric. You can enjoy embroidering as if drawing a picture. Clover's Embroidery Stitching Tool allows you to use 1, 3, and 6 ply embroidery floss and super fine yarn.