Capture the essence of Japanese design with sashiko, the traditional technique of using decorative stitching to create striking patterns on fabric with lines of simple running stitch:

• Experiment with 12 essential sashiko techniques - each chapter includes a small starter project, ideal for beginners, then a more intricate design to perfect new skills
• Discover all you need to know about threads, fabrics, and techniques, with a look into the history of sashiko
• Achieve beautiful and creative results by combining modern materials with Japan's rich textile...

A practical guide to combining Japanese fabrics and traditional Oriental style with fast, super-easy techniques. Each of the ten quilts is made up in two different colorways for maximum inspiration, and shown both as hand and machine quilted designs. As an added bonus, there are five simple-to-make home-style projects for using up leftover quilt blocks. Japanese patchwork style is incredibly versatile, and the finished projects will work well in both the most modern interiors as well as rustic cottages.

A collection of Japanese style quilting projects by Susan Briscoe which really captures the essence of Japanese quilting style. Includes step instructions for creating Japanese style quilting projects including throws, cushions and quilts. The projects feature traditional Japanese techniques, designs and fabrics. Includes small, accessible projects such as coasters alongside full sized quilt instructions, as well as traditional Japanese quilting techniques such as sashiko.