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Take your bag making to a new level this year with bag accessories, parts and manufactured handles







We have everything you need to do sashiko, plus a free tutorial for how to (in the right side menu)

Elegant and timeless, sashiko stitching is remarkably easy to learn and relaxing to do.  It dates back to the Edo period in Japan where it was used to mend, reinforce and decorate clothing and household linens.  Today we enjoy stitching it in both traditional and contemporary styles.





We have hand dyed wool for applique, which is amazing used with Sylvia Pippen's sashiko patterns, and a linen/cotton blend fabric in a  blue that brings Alderspring Design's more traditional sashiko designs to life!

Last year, we added bag making supplies, handles, embellishments, clasps, hooks, feet and of course, patterns... If you love making bags, you'll love these pages as we add to them.


New this year, is our kids section for your young sewing buddies!

If you encounter problems while trying to use this site please email me at susan@athreadedneedle.com





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