Sashiko Motifs, Mulberry paper (kozo washi) treated with fermented persimmon tannin (kakishibu),, Sashiko is a form of traditional folk embroidery using the running stitch to create patterns with symbolic meaning. Shown here are various traditional patterns such as wisteria wreaths and floral blossoms are also evenly distributed throughout the design., Japan, late 18th - early 19th century, textile designs, Katagami, Katagami