Transform Your Scraps — 14 Slow-Stitched Projects

Patchwork Sashiko by Diana Li Fitzgerald introduces a unique hand-stitching method that draws from multiple textile traditions — Sashiko, Boro, Kawandi, and Kantha — and weaves them into a single, cohesive approach to working with fabric scraps.

The book’s 14 projects range from tote bags, pouches, and slippers to pillows, curtains, and other home items. Each one is designed to showcase the textural beauty of the technique while making practical use of remnants of all sizes. The method is accessible to crafters of all skill levels, and the emphasis on sustainability — using every scrap, embellishing rather than discarding — gives the work a satisfying sense of purpose.

A lovely companion to Mending with Sashiko and the Sashiko Stencils.