Threaded Simplicity: The Onigiri Trio

Love Japanese food? Us too! Following the delicious success of our mini sushi series, we’re back with another bite-sized treat—this time featuring Japan’s most iconic comfort food: onigiri!

This adorable set includes three unique rice ball designs: a classic seaweed-wrapped triangle, a sesame-speckled version with a bold red center, and a round onigiri topped with a splash of orange. Each one is stitched in a clean, modern style that’s perfect for adding a playful touch to your kitchen decor, accessories, or gift projects.

And here’s the best part—they’re tiny! Each pattern is under 60 x 60 stitches, making them ideal for quick wins. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a fun weekend project or a seasoned stitcher craving something light and satisfying, these little rice balls are ready to roll.

🍙 Stitching Tip: The rice sections use subtly different shades of white and orange, so keep an eye on your color chart to avoid mix-ups. 

Mix and match with our mini sushi patterns or other designs from the blog to create your own custom “Japanese food sampler.” These onigiri are here to bring joy, flavor, and a whole lot of stitchy cuteness to your creative table!

Note: The measurements provided here reflect the finished design size only (the minimum stitch area) and do not include any surrounding border or margin needed for framing. To ensure you purchase enough fabric, use our calculator to find the required cloth size with your desired margin allowance.

Classic Seaweed Onigiri
This timeless rice ball design features a crisp seaweed wrap and endless imagination. Is the filling bonito flakes? Tuna mayo? Grilled salmon? Stitch while you dream—and maybe grab a snack! A cozy, familiar favorite that brings comfort and charm to your hoop.

14 DMC colors          Cloth : Aida

Stitch Count : 58(w) x 57(h)

14 ct : 10.53 x 10.34 cm--4.14 x 4.07 inch

16 ct : 9.21 x 9.05 cm--3.62 x 3.56 inch

18 ct : 8.18 x 8.04 cm--3.22 x 3.17 inch

 

Ume & Sesame Onigiri   

Bright and bold, this onigiri skips the seaweed and goes straight for flavor. A vivid red umeboshi sits at the center, surrounded by playful sesame sprinkles. It’s a cheerful little stitch with a pop of personality—perfect for adding a sunny touch to your collection.

11 DMC colors        Cloth : Aida

Stitch Count : 56(w) x 54(h)

14 ct : 10.16 x 9.80 cm--4.00 x 3.86 inch

16 ct : 8.89 x 8.57 cm--3.50 x 3.37 inch

18 ct : 7.90 x 7.62 cm--3.11 x 3.00 inch

 Topped Seaweed Onigiri

This delicious design features a seaweed-wrapped rice ball topped with a splash of orange—maybe it’s salmon, maybe it’s ikura! Either way, it’s a tasty twist on tradition. A fun, flavorful motif that pairs beautifully with other Japanese food-themed stitches.

12 DMC colors          Cloth : Aida
Stitch Count : 57(w) x 60(h)
14 ct : 10.34 x 10.89 cm--4.07 x 4.29 inch
16 ct : 9.05 x 9.52 cm--3.56 x 3.75 inch
18 ct : 8.04 x 8.46 cm--3.17 x 3.33 inch                

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😊 Happy creation !