This gorgeous cotton thread for Sashiko is perfect for traditional Japanese hand Sashiko or hand embroidery in the big stitch or Kantha style with its sturdy weight and saturated color. Recommended Needles: Sashiko or Milliners; eQuilter codes: CLNEDS09, CLNEDS07, UNTHN93E, & UNTHN30E. Sashiko Thread, 100% cotton, loosely twisted, 100 meters / 109.4 yards black colored yarn.