The pattern in Japanese sashiko technique turns a simple pillow from denim into an interesting and original interior decoration item. How to embroider and sew a pillow with your own hands - a step-by-step master class.
Sashiko - Japanese embroidery technique. Patterns in this technique are made up of simple stitches forward the needle. There are many patterns and patterns in this embroidery. In the pillow in this master class, one of the simplest patterns, crosses from stitches, was used. But look how interesting and original the result looks! It is important here not only accuracy in the implementation of embroidery, but also the selection of fabric and thread. It is better that the threads for embroidery look in the background in contrast. Take for such a pillow or jeans without strong scuffs, or dark denim.
Japanese sashiko embroidery: master class
You will need:
- jeans or denim;
- threads for embroidery, for example, floss;
- needle for embroidery;
- hoop;
- ruler and crayon;
- scissors and roller knife;
- pins;
- sewing machine and thread;
- padding pad for stuffing.
3 types of pillowcase clasps
Step 1
From jeans trousers, cut 2 identical rectangular parts for the pillow.
Step 2
Find the point in the middle of the part that you will embellish with embroidery. Focusing on the center, build a rhombus, as shown in the photo. It will house the embroidery.
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Step 3
Draw a rhombus into identical vertical stripes.
Step 4
Hoop the fabric and embroider. First, sew stitches along the marked lines. Make stitches of the same size, keeping equal distances between them. Then add a “cross” to each stitch with a second stitch. Fill the entire space of the rhombus with embroidery.
Step 5
Fold the 2 pillow parts with the sides facing inward, pin them together and sew together, leaving a hole for turning out. Turn out the pillow, stuff it with a padding polyester and sew a hole in a hidden seam. Done!
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