Sashiko: Hana Termari Sampler

 Sampler: Hana Temari sewn with variegated thin 100% cotton thread.

Sashiko Japanese Embroidery: Inspiration from the Kaku-Kikkou-Tsunagi (Interlocking tortoise shells)

 A couple of weeks ago I completed my first complex hand drawn sampler with inspiration from the Kaku-Kikkou-Tsunagi (Interlocking tortoise shells) design though I changed it a little by joining the white lines. It was more difficult to draw than sew but I used a geometry/science template that has various hexagonal shapes and sizes. It’s sewn with white and red Sashiko thread. Now it’s a lovely decorative table centre-piece all hand sewn onto medium weight 100% Indigo fabric.