This gorgeous, highly giftable box set includes everything needed for sashiko, the ancient art of Japanese embroidery. Sashiko is similar to other embroidery, except that it uses thicker, fluffier, more matte threads; it relies exclusively on running stitches; and it emphasizes elegant one-line patterns. Sashiko can be used to make fabrics stronger, add ornamentation, or repair damage.

Daruma — a 125-year-old Kyoto thread manufacturer — has assembled this box with carefully selected materials. A package of Daruma sashiko needles (sharper and longer, with larger eyes, than needles for Western embroidery) is included, along with a needle threading tool to help you get started. A stylish, rectangular, navy blue pincushion is tucked into one side of the box.

The rest of the box is filled with the best part: fifteen lovely colors of Daruma four-ply sashiko thread, wrapped on cards for super easy use. All colors are made with 100% cotton. The colors in this set are White (201), Brown Gold (220), Red (213), Plum (211), Wisteria (210), Peacock (205), Navy Blue (215), Blue (224), Emerald (207), Spring Green (227), Bamboo (208), Lemon (203), White Grey (217), Grey (229), and Black (219). Each card has 40 meters of thread.