Sashiko Persimmon Flower and Headband Pattern | Embroidery on Crochet Tutorial

This tutorial is a demonstration of how the sashiko hitomezashi (persimmon stitch) stitch can be worked into simple crocheted fabric. The tutorial covers how to embroider the pattern in two different intervals. The “Every Row” interval requires stitching on both the right and wrong sides of your work. The “Every Other Row” interval is stitched with only the right side facing and is a bit easier to grasp. As a result, the tutorial begins with this interval to introduce the concept. Directions for a simple crocheted swatch are included. I encourage you to make two swatches to practice both intervals. Doing so will not only be a way to study the “anatomy” of single crochet and learn the embroidery stitch pattern, but also an opportunity to experience how the drape of your crocheted piece changes as you add embroidery. Through practice, you will become comfortable balancing gauge of crochet with embroidery tension. The tutorial also includes a pattern for an adjustable headband, which is the perfect project to practice either/both intervals of the persimmon stitch. The simple piece becomes an eye catching accessory when the sashiko is added. To create the headband, you’ll first crochet a canvas to then embroider ten flowers. After you finish the embroidery, you will crochet a stretchy band that is easily customized to ensure a comfortable fit. Yarn Fingering weight 120 yds/110 m/30g of MC to crochet the headband 25 yds/23 m/5g of CC for the embroidery Little Fox Yarns Vixen Raven’s Wing Gossamer Tools US C (2.75 mm) crochet hook Darning needle Removable stitch marker Gauge 6 sts and 8 rows / inch (2.5 cm) Single Crochet (US terminology) Sizes O/S – but easily adjustable. Abbreviations CC contrast color ch chain hdc blo half double crochet, back loop only MC main color RS right side sc single crochet sk skip stitch sp space sts stitches WS wrong side For more information, see: