"sashiko" meaning in English

See sashiko in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Etymology: From Japanese 刺し子 (“little stabs”). Etymology templates: {{bor|en|ja|刺し子||little stabs}} Japanese 刺し子 (“little stabs”) Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} sashiko (uncountable)
  1. A Japanese form of decorative reinforcement stitching (or functional embroidery), traditionally used to reinforce or repair garments. Wikipedia link: sashiko Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Sewing
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