This is my first tutorial video, so set your expectations low! 😛

I have been using the Japanese sashiko method to mend holes in my favorite jeans lately, so I decided to share how satisfying (and easy) it is to do! This hole is very small, but you can repair a much larger hole with this method, too. We don't sell sashiko kits in the store - do you think we should? They are readily available online in the meantime. I actually bought one at Craftcation!

You will need: 

1. sashiko template or stick-n-stitch sashiko patterns
2. heat-erasable pen (I used Frixion)
3. sashiko needle (strong steel needle)
4. embroidery thread (use all 6 strands)
5. scrap of fabric
6. anti-fray or fabric glue
7. embroidery hoop (optional)
8. sewing pens or safety pins
9. scissors
10. hair dryer or iron

I used a template that I 3D printed (https://makerworld.com/en/models/1501211-sashiko-templates#profileId-1570450). I've been collecting quilting fabric for miscellaneous crafts, so I dug into my stash for that. You can go as neutral or as colorful as you want!

If you try this, make sure you tell everyone you know how industrious you are. Show off your handiwork to anyone within earshot. Mending your clothes with a little artistic stitching instantly makes you cooler. It's just science!

xo,

Freshie

Valentine’s Day is like a wild rollercoaster ride, depending on where you are in life and how you feel about this holiday. Sure, it's pumped up with commercial hype, but hey, we support any reason to spread some love and cheer through heartfelt words and treats!

Whether you're cozying up with your partner, hanging out with your ride-or-die buddies, or making this day extra magical for your little ones, here's hoping these letter-writing prompts and tricks sprinkle a bit of joy and affection to your Valentine’s Day festivities. Let's spread that warm & fuzzy feeling without holding back! 💌

2. Write about something you like about them 

 

"I love your silly sense of humor. You always make me laugh."

"I love your ________ . You always make me______."

 

"You make the best chocolate chip cookies. Seriously."

" You make the best _____________________. Seriously."

 

"In case you need reminding, you are an amazing father."

" In case you need reminding, you are an amazing ______."

 

3. Write about a shared event that brought you closer.

 

"Remember when we ate hot chicken and then had to share a hotel bathroom? That is true love."

"Remember when we ______________ and then had to _______________? That is true love."

 

"One of my favorite memories of us is using our broken Italian to tell a waiter in Italy that the cheese was better than sex. LOL!!"

"One of my favorite memories of us is_____________"

 

"The memory of you crying at our wedding always makes my heart leap."

"The memory of _______________________ always makes my heart leap."

 

I hope some of these prompts get your creative juices flowing! If all else fails, a simple "I love you" always gets the job done. 

xo, Freshie

In case you hadn't noticed, we L O V E washi tape at Freshie & Zero. Not only is it cute, but it's extremely functional! And did we mention it's CUTE AF?! We get asked often what we do with the washi tape we're so obsessed with, so we figured we would share some of our favorite uses for it!