Sashiko thread is specially developed for the Japanese embroidery technique sashiko. It differs from both regular sewing thread and embroidery yarn in several ways.
Firstly, the thread is a little thicker than regular sewing thread. This makes the stitches clearly visible against the fabric and gives sashiko embroidery its characteristic look.
Sashiko thread is usually made of cotton and has a matte finish. It is also twisted in a way that makes it strong but also flexible to work with when sewing many small stitches.
Another difference is that sashiko thread is usually used as a single thread, not split into several thinner threads like embroidery thread often is. This makes the work easier because you don't have to split the thread before you start sewing.
Traditionally, white thread is used on indigo blue fabric, but today sashiko thread is available in many different colors, making the technique equally suitable for modern projects as it is for classic designs.
