sashiko

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A Japanese form of decorative reinforcement stitching (or functional embroidery), traditionally used to reinforce or repair garments.

Word forms

sashiko

Etymology

From Japanese 刺し子 (“little stabs”).

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