Enjoy this creative, fun and easy-to-make project, which incorporates sashiko and freeform appliqué. This kit contains everything you need to make the bag, plus full instructions for composing the front of the bag. The reverse side is all yours! Use the fabrics supplied to keep the reverse simple, or use the skills you've learned to get creative.

Every tote you make will be unique, because while the composition of the bag is the same, details such as the pre-pocketed sashiko and takumi cat blocks and the color of the handle will vary from kit to kit.

Available in two colors.

Approx. finished size 37cm x 37cm.

This kit contains navy blue and white or black and white sashiko threads. If you'd like to add a touch of color (Jane added a touch of variegated ST-95 green as seen in the product images), please purchase an extra skein of yarn or use some from your stash. This is a wonderful project for getting creative and adding your own personal touch.

Kit includes

2 x pre-pocketed sashiko blocks (patterns vary)

2 x Takumi cat blocks (patterns vary)

Takumi fabrics

Adhesive tape for handles (navy blue or black)

Sashiko needles

Sashiko thread (white and navy or black and white)

Chaco paper

Sashiko patterns for transfer

Instructions

Requirements:

A good pair of sharp scissors

Square quilting ruler (about 12½" is very useful)

Cutting mat and cutter

Sashiko thimble if desired

Navy hand sewing thread (I used thread from my sewing machine)

40 cm lightweight fusible interfacing (whisperweft)

Australian 20-cent coin or circle template to make

Ballpoint pen, tape, pins

Washable fabric markers

Washable glue pen

1/2m lining fabric

Sewing machine