Japanese Indigo Fabrics
These Japanese fabrics represent the best of Japanese textiles today, useful in quilting and garment making techniques, also for home decorating and curtains. Hida Sashiko stitching, the beautiful craft of creating traditional patterns on Japanese fabrics, was developed with both beauty and thriftiness in mind. The original stitching method was used as a necessary task to sew several layers of fabric together, and in time grew as an expression of art and design. Sashiko fabrics were adopted from the Hida region in Japan and the popularity grew and proliferated, espiecially when combined with the traditional look of the indigo color. Note: These are printed fabrics, not hand stitched sashiko.
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Sashiko Stitch Asanoha~Navy
Ivory print sashiko stich asanoha, or hemp leaf, motif on dark navy blue background. Hemp leaf motif measures 2 inches from point to point.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$11.00
- Swatch-$1.00
Medium Asanoha~Indigo
Called asanoha in Japanese, this medium-sized, hemp leaf motif traditionally represents strength and rapid growth. "Leaves" measure 2.25 inch from point to point.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$14.50
- Swatch-$1.00
Large Asanoha~Indigo
Called asanoha in Japan, this large hemp leaf motif traditionally represents strength and rapid growth. "Leaves" measure 3 inches from point to point.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock
Small Asanoha~Indigo
Called asanoha in Japan, this wee hemp leaf motif traditionally represents strength and rapid growth. "Leaves" measure just 3/4 inch from point to point.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock - Due December 2020
Small Sashiko Asanoha~Indigo
Small sashiko print hemp leaf motif on indigo background with multi colored dot accents, motif measures 3/4 inch wide. Small sashiko stitch print.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock - Due October 2020
Sashiko Print Asanoha~White & Blue on Indigo
Indigo background with large stitched hemp leaf motif in white and blue. From Sevenberry's Kasuri collection.
- Fiber Content-100% cotton
- Width-45 inches
- Price per yard-$11.00
- Swatch-$1.00
Large Seigaiha~Indigo
Seigaiha is the name for the traditional wave motif found in Japanese textiles. These large waves measure 2 inches wide.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock
Medium Seigaiha~Indigo
Seigaiha is the name for the traditional wave motif found in Japanese textiles. These medium-size waves measure 1 1/2 inches wide
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$14.50
- Swatch-$1.00
Sashiko Stitch Seigaiha Indigo
Classic Japanese wave, or seigaiha, in dotted sashiko-style print. Indigo background with white dots forming 1 inch wide waves.
- Fiber Content-100% cotton
- Width-45 inches
- Price per yard-$11.00
- Swatch-$1.00
Dragonflies with Chevron, Indigo
These dragonflies glint white in the sun as they swarm over the surface of the chevron-rippled deep blue water.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches wide
- Price per yard-$11.00
Japanese Cuties - Owls
Owls, or fukuro, are harbingers of good luck and these cute little puff balls do double duty as bringers of good fortune and happy smiles. Red, ivory, and persimmon on faintly hatched indigo.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches wide
- Out of stock
Blue & Red Lucky Owls
For the more serious connoisuer of good luck symbols, these red and blue owls, or fukuro, perch on stylized arched branches on an indigo background.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches wide
- Price per yard-$11.00
- Swatch-$1.00
Japanese Indigo Chevron
Dark indigo blue background with ecru chevron pattern, design measures approximately 1 inch long.
- Fiber Content-100% cotton
- Width-45 inches
- Price per yard-$11.00
- Swatch-$1.00
Westex Sheeting - Indigo
Traditional Indigo sheeting from Westex Japan. Printed on one side with subtle hatching. Completments blues and indigos used in our other Japanese fabrics.
- Fiber Content-100% cotton
- Width-45 inches
- Price per yard-$14.00
- Swatch-$1.00
Japanese Indigo Sheeting - Vertical Rain
Yarn-dyed Indigo sheeting, over-printed on one side with subtle Vertical Rain print. Two fabrics in one! Approximately 5 oz. weight.
- Fiber Content-100% cotton
- Width-45 inches
- Out of stock
Kasuri Crosshatch - Indigo w/Light Blue
Deep indigo blue with paler blue crosshatch squares. Squares measure approx. 1 inch wide
- Fiber Content-100% cotton
- Width-45 inches
- Price per yard-$11.00
- Swatch-$1.00
Traditional Kasuri~Red & Blue Dots on Black
Black background with accents of red and blue ikat dots. Small dots measures 3/8 inch wide.
- Fiber Content-100% cotton
- Width-45 inches
- Price per yard-$11.00
- Swatch $1.00
Kasuri Ikat Print, Indigo with Red Center
Interlocking star motif. Gray on dark indigo background with staggared red centers.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches wide
- Price per yard-$11.00
- Swatch-$1.00
Seigaiha~Indigo on Light Blue
Small indigo scalloped wave (seigaiha) printed on light blue background. Wave measures 3/4 inch across. From Sevenberry of Japan.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock
Shibori Print - Konoko Dots
Konoko, the tightly organized dot pattern, means fawn and this print imitates the shibori technique by which its made. Hundreds of tiny "tufts" are hand tied before submerging it all in the indigo vat. Dots measure 1/4 inch.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock - Due October 2020
Indigo Floral with Red Accent
Japanese floral fabric with large, katazome style flower design. Red center on dark indigo background. Flowers measure approx. 4 inches.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock
Nara Homespun~Stitched Asanoha Espresso
Traditional asanoha (hemp leaf) symbolizes stregth and rapid growth. On one side, deep brown print mimics sashiko stitching. On the other, a rich medium walnut brown. Two fabrics in one!
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$12.50
- Swatch-$1.00
Nara Homespun~Stitched Asanoha Indigo
Traditional asanoha (hemp leaf) symbolizes stregth and rapid growth. On one side, dark indigo print mimics sashiko stitching. On the other, a serene medium blue. Two fabrics in one!
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock - Due October 2020
Nara Homespun~Stitched Asanoha Red
Traditional asanoha (hemp leaf) symbolizes stregth and rapid growth. On one side, deep red print mimics sashiko stitching. On the other, a golden persimmon. Two fabrics in one!
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$12.50
- Swatch-$1.00
Nara Homespun~Stitched Stripes
Delicate white stripes of varying lengths, look like driving rain on a rich indigo homespun.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$12.85
- Swatch-$1.00
Nara Homespun~Double Sided Cherry Blossom
Dark indigo background with ivory cherry blossoms. Double sided print with reverse side having white blossoms. Cherry blossoms measure approximately 3/8 inch.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock
Nara Homespun~Double Sided Indigo Stripes
Dark indigo background with lighter blue stripes. Double sided print has the reverse design in ivory. Stripes measure approximately 1/8 inch wide.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock - Due October 2020
Nara Homespun~Large Crosshatch
White crosshatiching on deep indigo background. Squares measure approximately 1-1/4 inches wide. This is a beautiful fabric.
- Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock
Nara Homespun~Double Sided Same Komon (Shark Skin)
Same is the Japanese word for shark. Komon literally translates as "fine pattern" but, together, same komon means shark skin. This homespun indigo fabric is printed so that both sides .
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$12.85
- Swatch-$1.00
Nara Homespun~Small Crosshatch
Dark indigo background with small ivory cross hatch design. Crosses measure approximately 3/8 inch.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$12.85
- Swatch-$1.00
Nara Homespun Indigo~Medium Dots
Dark indigo background with white irregular dots. Dots measures approximately 1/8 inch.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$12.85
- Swatch-$1.00
Nara Homespun Indigo~Large Dots
Large dots in diagonal pattern on mdark indigo blue background. Dots measure approximately 3/8 inch.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$12.85
- Swatch-$1.00
Kasuri Crosshatch Fabric~Indigo/Ivory
Kasuri crosshatch Sevenberry print cotton fabric with indigo blue background and ivory print. Crosshatch print measures approximately 1 inch wide.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock
Homespun-4 x 4 Sampler
Four traditional Japanese motifs are brought together in this beautiful, balanced mosaic of 4" x 4" squares, perfect for boro enthusiasts! The print is visible on both sides of the cloth - white on one side, cream on the other.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock
Homespun-Maple Leaves
Like looking up into a Japanese maple in full leaf, this print is mesmerizing. The print is visible on both sides of the cloth - white on one side, cream on the other.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$12.85
- Swatch-$1.00
Homespun-White Waves
These swirling, frothy waves are so full of life, I can hear them crashing into shoreline. The overall effect is light and bouyant.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Out of stock - Due December 2020
Nara Homespun-Blender/Solid Indigo
This beautiful homespun cotton has a subtle texture print on one side and is solid on the other. Not techinically reverible but definately two fabrics in one.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$12.50
- Swatch-$1.00
Nara Homespun-Solid/Blender Red
This beautiful homespun cotton has a subtle texture print on one side and is solid on the other. Not techinically reverible but definately two fabrics in one.
- Fiber Content-100% Cotton
- Width-44 inches
- Price per yard-$12.50
- Swatch-$1.00
