I was born in a Sashiko family in 1983. In 2008, I started facing Sashiko as “work/business”. Ever since, with many ups and downs, I have been thinking how we can “continue (make it sustainable)” the Sashiko. Recently, I developed the phrase – “I would like to pass down Sashiko”….
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The supplies we recommend are a bit more costly than the other similar choices.
The supplies we recommend are a bit more costly than the other similar choices. Please know that there are reasons for that. I am pretty confident to say “I won’t let you disappointed”. ☆ The thimble is good for years (or more than 10 years). Needles are good for months…
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It is unfortunate that there aren’t many “(Art) Catalogue” for Sashiko pieces pu
It is unfortunate that there aren’t many “(Art) Catalogue” for Sashiko pieces published (in English) with proper description. Well, as always, there are reasons why “No so many Catalogue”. Sashiko is still on-going craftsmanship (although it is about to distinguish). One famous (Sashiko) book with great photos & description would…
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A new (temporary) look on our special set of Sashiko Needles and thimble. I usua
A new (temporary) look on our special set of Sashiko Needles and thimble. I usually purchase them from Keiko in Japan. However, due to Covid-19, it is taking extra long to get them in stock. Since everything is handmade, we do not have a big stock to begin with… so…
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A good (psychological) counselor doesn’t give a client his/her opinion. He/She l
A good (psychological) counselor doesn’t give a client his/her opinion. He/She listens to the client, and navigates them to ease an issue. The counselor is not a magician – they cannot ease everything. However, I sincerely respect the good counselors for their massive contribution to humanity. ☆ The “healer” often…
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“A Choice”. It is a powerful word. A series of choices form who we are.
“A Choice”. It is a powerful word. A series of choices form who we are. I chose to do what I do today – Sashiko. I don’t know if I had chosen to be who I am, but I am proud of myself for doing what I had received. The…
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Fabric, needle, thimble, and thread. It is very easy to enjoy Sashiko. However,
Fabric, needle, thimble, and thread. It is very easy to enjoy Sashiko. However, I understand the confusion of where to start. Then, “Sashiko set (kit)” becomes the “best-seller” in Sashiko. I have no issue with the package of necessary Sashiko items. What I would like you to care about is…
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I see some sayings like “A thimble is not necessary in Sashiko”. It is interesti
I see some sayings like “A thimble is not necessary in Sashiko”. It is interesting to me because I cannot do any Sashiko without the thimble. Please do not misread this. I am NOT saying “Sashiko without thimble is wrong.” Again, there is no Right or Wrong in Sashiko. However,…
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Wondering what kind of need to use in Sashiko stitching?? We recommend using the
Wondering what kind of need to use in Sashiko stitching?? We recommend using the needle designed for Sashiko stitching – not anything else, but for the purpose of Sashiko. The length is one size – 51.5 mm. We have many reasons to keep using this needle for all of our…
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I apologize that I have not been able to list some “Sashiko stitched fabric” as
I apologize that I have not been able to list some “Sashiko stitched fabric” as promised at the beginning of August. I had been sick lately, and barely managing the minimum admin works. We still have 3 weeks in August. I will do my best to keep listing the one-of-a-kind…