This pattern is also called Roman Stripe or Basket-weave. It is simple, visually striking, and can be manipulated in many different ways once the basics are mastered. In short, it is a great introduction to strip piecework.

For best results, read the instructions thoroughly before you begin, work slowly and methodically, and always, always press your seams. 

Skill level: Beginner

1 cm seam allowance is included in the pattern.

SUITABLE FABRICS

Many fabrics can be used for quilting, though some are easier to work with than others. If you are a beginner, try mid-weight cotton or linens of a plain weave. Fabrics should be woven, not knitted, and shouldn’t have any stretch. Mid-weight fabrics provide some stability — heavy ones will create bulky seams and light ones are more likely to shift while sewing. If you are re-purposing fabrics from your home, bed sheets, pillowcases, button-down shirts, and lightweight trousers all make good quilt material. As you become more confident, experiment with different textures and fibres.

YOU WILL NEED

- Sewing Thread - Basting Thread - Hand Quilting Thread (I recommend Sashiko Thread or Perl 8 Cotton) - Hand Quilting or Sashiko Needles - A Thimble - Tailor’s Chalk or Quilting Pencil - Quilting Ruler (or straight edge and measuring tape/ruler) - Scissors or Rotary cutter - Pins - Iron - Binding - Wadding - Painter’s tape (optional) -

Sizes: Cot, Throw, Single, Double & Queen.