Amimon (網文) is a Sashiko pattern symbolizing connection and strength, requiring small, deliberate stitches. Pre-printed Indigo fabric offers a perfect blend of tradition and ease for all skill levels.
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What a Weekend. I apologize for any inconvenience caused by the troubles on our
What a Weekend. I apologize for any inconvenience caused by the troubles on our main website. It has been hijacked, and it is under treatment to remove the potential risk (like Malware). The treatment should be completed soon… as the expert I relied on is working very hard to revive…

I will be in Japan from 4/9 until 4/26. Due to this trip, Upcycle Stitches will
I will be in Japan from 4/9 until 4/26. Due to this trip, Upcycle Stitches will hold all of the orders made starting 4/8. If you would like to receive the package while I am gone, please place the order before today (4/7)’s sunset. I appreciate your understanding & support….

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☆ [Announcement] ☆ Please find this post as an announcement for our vacancy. Upcycle Stitches will be out of the office for quiltcon from 2/21 to 2/26. All the orders made between 2/21 to 2/26 will be processed on or after 2/26 accordingly. It can be a few days to…

[Announcement]
[Announcement] Please find this as an announcement for the period that Upcycle Stitches will be out of the office (Business Trip and such). The order made during this period will be processed after we come back to the office accordingly. It can be a few days to a week delay…

I received a question asking why I have 2 accounts on SNS, here and (US). I sha
I received a question asking why I have 2 accounts on SNS, here and @UpcycleStitches (US). I share “Stories” here, is for business. Although I “sell” my culture to make it sustainable, I wanted to focus on sharing stories & minimize the money related topics like advertisement for class, new…

I am heading to Berkeley, CA, for the first time!! (In 2002, my very first day i
I am heading to Berkeley, CA, for the first time!! (In 2002, my very first day in the United States started in SFO). Along with the Sashiko Workshops I offer on 7/23 and 7/25, my host Slow Fiber Studio (@worldshiborinetwork) welcomes their friends from the textile community to their garden….

One of the most important choices to make better stitches is “Thread”. Technique
One of the most important choices to make better stitches is “Thread”. Techniques & Posture (form) is important, but the choice of Sashiko thread make a huge difference. Ever since Sashiko became a big trend, many brand started offering their own Sashiko thread. I haven’t tried everything yet, but some…

In between writing Sashiko Story, arranging (online) gathering, preparing the Sa
In between writing Sashiko Story, arranging (online) gathering, preparing the Sashiko Workshops, we made this kind of “Bookmarks” with leftover thread & scrap fabrics for this new year. It is indeed true that Sashiko is “stitching” to recycle the materials. It is very much against throwing away the thread/fabric we…

【Announcement for the Online Sashiko Class】
【Announcement for the Online Sashiko Class】 ☆ I have made this announcement several times in my other accounts (@upcyclestitches) & website (UpcycleStitches.com). Just in case, right before June 1st, here is the announcement for the Online Sashiko Class. ☆ Due to the steep increase in Shipping Cost from Japan to…