Sashiko Inspired panel

I just completed this panel which is based on the Sashiko technique.

The thread I used came from Japan; I particularly liked using a variegated thread of yellow and orange to give the design a bit more interest.
It was a fun and quick project to make.

Sashiko (刺し子) is a versatile Japanese stitching and embroidery technique primarily used to mend, reinforce, and embellish garments. In the past, the women of rural farming communities practiced this simple running stitch using white thread on indigo-dyed fabrics like cotton and hemp. Over time, sashiko has evolved from a frugal necessity to a decorative stitching style. Modern examples of sashiko can be observed in various contemporary fashion houses both in Japan and beyond.