It is a dream of all of the crafters/artisans: to make a living by just “making”

It is a dream of all of the crafters/artisans: to make a living by just “making”. I work hard to let Keiko focus on her creation only – and has been successful for the last 2 years thanks to the support I get. However, I occasionally wish that I also could just focus on Sashiko and nothing else (The dream came true last year as a format of 24 hours of Sashiko Live Streaming). 

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Although it is not possible to focus on only Sashiko, I try my best to treat myself better. I do not focus on “business” as much as I should (or as much as others recommend me to do). I teach Sashiko only to those who come to me with respect. I do not “sell” many products (although I probably should…). I know it is a matter of balance, but I often wonder how I can achieve both – time to focus on Sashiko & making ends meet. 

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Your support will help me to stitch more. The more I stitch, the more videos I can share. Purchasing supplies from us. Taking my Class/Workshops. Learn Sashiko on our Patreon Page. Those are 3 significant supports that I sincerely appreciate. If these three are not suitable for you, please read our posts mindfully. It shares a great amount of information.Please tell the others about us: what the “existing Sashiko artisans” think & feel. Your support & care will make “the Sashiko” alive in the future. 

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「ものを作る人」にとっては共通事項だと思うのですが、やっぱり「作ることだけで生計が立てられる事」は、何よりもの夢であり、目標です。僕自身、「伝えること」に使命を感じていますが、時々、「刺し子だけしてられたら良いのになぁ」と思うことはあるのです。刺し子で生計を立てる。あるいは、刺し子で家族を養う。ここまでの形を作れて、初めて「文化として残せた」と胸が張れるのかなと思います。形を作る段階の今は、刺し子だけに没頭するわけにはいかないのが苦しいところです。でも、刺し子好きの刺し子作家さんには、やっぱり刺し子に没頭できるだけの環境は作ってあげたいんですよね。

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2020-10-12 09:58:33

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