This is a terrific little piece of work! You did well to pull it out and finish it out! I love the Asian look, and just think it is wonderful. I am adding Sashiko quilting to a quilt I slammed together this winter- I like hand stitching while the TV is on, and I am somewhat more conversational with hubby that way. (vs at the machine all the time) Anyway - you deserve kudos for finishing this toughie, and we want to see it when you are done with the quilting. Thanks for sharing!