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How to Sashiko Mend

Sashiko mending is a form of functional embroidery that originated from Japan. It was initially done to repair tears or rips in clothes and has now become an art form. Here’s how you can mend your ripped jeans using Sashiko.

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Front leg of a pair of light-wash jeans that has been mended from crotch to knee with large patches and contrasting stitches. Mauve-purple, navy, and taupe/light blue striped patches of different sizes overlap one another. The patches are covered with large vertical and circular contrasting stitch patterns that mimic the patch shapes.

Linen and silk patches on some thrifted denim. Loving the circular stitching and pops of yellow and light blue. Done with cotton crochet yarn and DMC embroidery floss.

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Tips and tricks to getting started with the ancient Japanese mending method of Sashiko. Create beautiful, sturdy garments that will alst a lifetime. Great way to repair items in your capsule wardrobe. . . . . #Sashiko #Mending #MendingMatters #Capsule #Tips&Tricks #HandSewing

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a book cover with the title learn about hiroshima sashiko, written in black and white

Learn to do the Jujizashi Sashiko cross stitch with our easy step-by-step tutorial. If you can do a simple running stitch, you can do this Sashiko stitch for mending or decorative use.

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