Tsumiki Sashiko Pattern PDF — Building Blocks Embroidery Template

A printable, true-scale PDF template for the Tsumiki "building blocks" design, with clear, step-by-step instructions so you go from print to stitched piece without guesswork.

The name Tsumiki comes from the wooden building blocks of Japanese childhood; nested squares and a corner-to-corner diagonal stack into little tumbling cubes, a modern teaching-tradition design rather than an old crest, earning its place on the strength of the grid itself.

Scale it up or down: a coaster, a tote panel, a full cushion front, traditionally white on indigo but good in any two contrasting colors.

WHAT YOU GET (instant download):

• Cover page with difficulty and motif overview

• Full-page stitching template at true 1:1 scale, with a color-coded stitch-path guide

• Step-by-step marking, stitching, and finishing instructions

• A clean transfer template for water-soluble stabilizer

• US Letter AND A4 versions, reusable, print as often as you like

DETAILS:

• Skill level: Intermediate, four continuous passes on a tight 1.5 in grid

• You'll need: cotton or linen, sashiko thread, a water-erasable marker, and a ruler

HOW IT WORKS:

• Print at 100% (check the 1-inch reference square)

• Trace on light fabric at a window or lightbox, or use water-soluble stabilizer on dark fabric

For personal use only; please don't resell or redistribute. Digital download, nothing is shipped.

You'll get 2 files: one for US Letter, one for A4.

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