Sashiko is a beautiful and simple style of Japanese hand embroidery. Sashiko thread is made from 100% fine Egyptian cotton. This thick, sturdy cotton thread is ideal for sashiko samplers, decorative hand quilting, hand embroidery and more.
Traditional sashiko thread is 6-twisted strands. This offering is only 3-twisted strands, making it a thinner tool for mending and embellishing. This thinness creates a few differences as outlined in the chart below:
Feature
6-Strand Sashiko Thread
3-Strand Sashiko Thread
Thickness/Weight
Thicker/Heavier (High visibility)
Thinner/Lighter (Subtle visibility)
Visual Impact
Bold, highly textured, traditional sashiko look.
Delicate, fine lines, modern, or detailed look.
Ideal Fabric
Medium to heavy-weight fabrics (denim, canvas, heavy cotton/linen)
Lightweight, tightly woven, or vintage fabrics.
Best For
Functional mending, reinforcement (boro), simple, open patterns.
