Cherry Blossom Sakura Stand Alone Sashiko Pattern

Sale Price: $10.00 Original Price: $15.00

Stitch Japan's Most Beloved Symbol Into Something Lasting

Cherry blossoms bloom for just two fleeting weeks each spring — but when you stitch them in sashiko, you get to keep them forever. This Sakura moyouzashi pattern pack brings the beauty and cultural richness of Japan's most iconic flower into your hand stitching practice with three original cherry blossom designs and everything you need to stitch them with confidence.

What Makes This Pattern Special Three Original Sakura Designs From intimate to spectacular — this pack includes a single contemplative blossom, an elegant trio of flowers, and a breathtaking five-flower branch complete with a sweeping branch. Each template is designed for tracing directly onto fabric and stitching in the traditional moyouzashi style: pattern-based sashiko running stitch that is as meditative to stitch as it is beautiful to display.

A 12-Page Companion Guide This isn't just a pattern — it's an experience. Your companion guide includes the rich cultural history of sakura and the Cherry Blossom Festival (including Seattle's own beloved tradition), a focused moyouzashi technique tutorial covering everything from needle handling to the safety loop, and all the guidance you need to stitch confidently whether this is your first time with sashiko or your fiftieth.

Accessible to All Skill Levels Never tried sashiko before? Perfect. The Sakura pattern is an ideal introduction to moyouzashi technique. Already a sashiko lover? These designs will feel like coming home.

What's Included in Your Pattern Pack

✓ Three original sakura templates: Single blossom, three-flower, and five-flower branch
✓ 12-page companion guide with cultural history and technique tutorial
✓ Basic moyouzashi technique walkthrough including needle handling, the safety loop, and finishing
✓ Guidelines for tracing and transferring your pattern onto fabric
✓ Pattern support via email

Perfect For

✓ New stitchers looking for a beautiful introduction to sashiko
✓ Experienced sashiko makers wanting original new designs
✓ Anyone who loves Japanese textile arts and their cultural stories
✓ Gift making for the fiber artist in your life
✓ Cherry blossom season stitching… or any season, honestly

BEFORE YOU ORDER.
Want the Full Experience? For the same price, our Cherry Blossom Workshop adds a short video tutorial walking you through the Unshin needle handling technique in real time. Seeing the rock-gather-pull rhythm in action makes all the difference, especially for new stitchers. Same price, more support.

Our Anti-Gatekeeping Philosophy At Shannon & Jason, we believe sashiko belongs to everyone. You don't need special skills, a perfect stitch, or years of experience to make something genuinely beautiful. Our patterns are written with clarity and warmth, and we're here to support you if you have questions! Your success is our success.

Instant Download Pattern Purchase once, use forever. Your pattern PDF downloads immediately after purchase. Print it, load it on your tablet, take it to the festival — whatever works best for your stitching style.

Stitch Japan's Most Beloved Symbol Into Something Lasting

Cherry blossoms bloom for just two fleeting weeks each spring — but when you stitch them in sashiko, you get to keep them forever. This Sakura moyouzashi pattern pack brings the beauty and cultural richness of Japan's most iconic flower into your hand stitching practice with three original cherry blossom designs and everything you need to stitch them with confidence.

What Makes This Pattern Special Three Original Sakura Designs From intimate to spectacular — this pack includes a single contemplative blossom, an elegant trio of flowers, and a breathtaking five-flower branch complete with a sweeping branch. Each template is designed for tracing directly onto fabric and stitching in the traditional moyouzashi style: pattern-based sashiko running stitch that is as meditative to stitch as it is beautiful to display.

A 12-Page Companion Guide This isn't just a pattern — it's an experience. Your companion guide includes the rich cultural history of sakura and the Cherry Blossom Festival (including Seattle's own beloved tradition), a focused moyouzashi technique tutorial covering everything from needle handling to the safety loop, and all the guidance you need to stitch confidently whether this is your first time with sashiko or your fiftieth.

Accessible to All Skill Levels Never tried sashiko before? Perfect. The Sakura pattern is an ideal introduction to moyouzashi technique. Already a sashiko lover? These designs will feel like coming home.

What's Included in Your Pattern Pack

✓ Three original sakura templates: Single blossom, three-flower, and five-flower branch
✓ 12-page companion guide with cultural history and technique tutorial
✓ Basic moyouzashi technique walkthrough including needle handling, the safety loop, and finishing
✓ Guidelines for tracing and transferring your pattern onto fabric
✓ Pattern support via email

Perfect For

✓ New stitchers looking for a beautiful introduction to sashiko
✓ Experienced sashiko makers wanting original new designs
✓ Anyone who loves Japanese textile arts and their cultural stories
✓ Gift making for the fiber artist in your life
✓ Cherry blossom season stitching… or any season, honestly

BEFORE YOU ORDER.
Want the Full Experience? For the same price, our Cherry Blossom Workshop adds a short video tutorial walking you through the Unshin needle handling technique in real time. Seeing the rock-gather-pull rhythm in action makes all the difference, especially for new stitchers. Same price, more support.

Our Anti-Gatekeeping Philosophy At Shannon & Jason, we believe sashiko belongs to everyone. You don't need special skills, a perfect stitch, or years of experience to make something genuinely beautiful. Our patterns are written with clarity and warmth, and we're here to support you if you have questions! Your success is our success.

Instant Download Pattern Purchase once, use forever. Your pattern PDF downloads immediately after purchase. Print it, load it on your tablet, take it to the festival — whatever works best for your stitching style.

Pattern Specifications

Skill Level: Easy (suitable for adventurous beginners comfortable with knitting in the round)

Sizes: Small (Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Finished Bust: 40 (44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 68)" / 101.5-172.5 cm
Finished Length: 26¾-32¼" / 68-82 cm

Gauge: 16 sts and 26 rows = 4" in stockinette stitch on US 8 / 5mm needles

Yarn Requirements:
Worsted weight wool or wool-blend
Yardage: 1,647-3,111 yards (9-17 hanks of featured yarn)
Sample shown: Tahki Stacy Charles Donegal Tweed in Steel Grey

Construction Method: Body worked seamlessly in the round to underarm, then divided for front and back. Sleeves worked in the round from cuff up. Shoulders joined with 3-needle bind-off. Hood picked up and worked flat, then grafted at crown.

Pattern Format: PDF download, 11 pages
Language: English
Measurements: Both imperial (inches) and metric (cm)
Chart Included: Schematic with all sizes

About Shannon & Jason

We're multi-disciplinary fiber artists, authors, and educators based in Seattle, Washington. Since 2009, we've been creating patterns, teaching workshops, and writing books that celebrate sustainable, accessible, joyful making. We've published 15+ books including Scrappy Wonky Quilt Block Extravaganza, Stitching Sashiko, and Boro and Sashiko. Our teaching philosophy centers on anti-gatekeeping, embracing imperfection, and fostering