Behind the Sashiko Story
What Atsushi Can offer to you via Sashiko.
*This website will be a Follow-Up page after the QuiltCon weekend with password protection. You will receive a password in a follow-up email after the actual workshop.
Also, please read the Sashiko Workshops Description if you have not checked it (on UpcycleStitches.com).
*There is a list of videos below this website for you after taking the Core & Essence Workshop.. Please watch them only AFTER your workshop experience. I do not want to spoil the workshop experience This webpage will be your follow-up page with password protected. You will get the password in the follow-up email. Thank you!
To understand you better, please fill out the google form below before the workshop.
Please learn what you can expect in each workshops.
Core & Essence
The Special Package on site is all you need to enjoy the Sashiko workshop of "Core & Essence".
The following list is recommended tools/items for you to feel more comfortanle in the workshop:
Please don't forget to bring your passion & questions about Sashiko!
Application & Practice
Since this is a “Applied” Workshop, there are several tools required to bring with you. Although the Special Package for this workshop will satisfy most of the needs, please make sure to bring them so that you will not miss anything. Also, please bring from the previous Sashiko Workshop (either Core & Essence, Full-Time, or Online Class):
*Please bring the exact Needle & Thimble you have received. If you do not have them, Some sets will be available on site. However, it would be very helpful if you can notify me in advance so that I can put the set aside.
Also, please bring:
Following is a list that is NOT required yet recommended to bring:
As same as the Sashiko: Core & Essence, It may a good idea to cut the nail on the dominant hand (the hand with the needle
There are a lot of items I would like to introduce to you: who will be in Sashiko Joy together. Slow Fiber Studio kindly allow me to have a Trunk Sale during my visit. Since I will travel via Airplane, the amount of items I can bring will be limited. It would be great if you could take a look what you can expect here.
If you find anything you would like to pre-order below, please use the "Shipping Free" Coupon. I will bring your order with me! This will be very helpful for me to arrange my suitcases, as well as the possible unfortunate of "Sold Out" itesm that you would like to get.
Coupon for Slow Fiber Studio 2022: 62GYW9N
(Expired on July.20. However, if you could message me your preference, I can try to keep them on hold)
*Some items are still sold out since I am just expecting a package from Japan soon... Once I confirm them, I will update. You may place several orders - the shipping free coupon can be used multiple times before the expiration date.
*Please check this article if you have a problem applying the coupon.
Regular Sashiko Thread
Cotton 100% / About 145 meter length
As I would explain “Why do Sashiko Thread Matter” in the workshop, we use a very specific thread for Sashiko. All of the large skeins are from the same manufactures with following color choices:
Synthetic Dye
Natural Dye Sashiko Thread
A small tagline
Color from Nature always surprize us positively. Fabric "breathe", so does thread. We enjoy unique colors from each Natural Dye.
Keiko often talk to the thread in Dye batch. Enjoy the creation of Sashiko Artisan who needed to dye thread for her "Sashiko".
*Since all of the threads are hand-dyed, we have very limited inventory. We try our best to re-create the same color. However, please be advised that they are all "One-of-a-kind" Sashiko Thread.
Signature Indigo & Kakishibu Dye
With help of experts to create such a beautiful color.
We also offer beautiful Sashiko thread became available thanks to the experts in its field. Enjoy the top quality colors from many experts.
Great Fabric for Sashiko
We introduce various kinds of the "Most Suitable Fabric"
Sashiko requires to have appropriate Sashiko Thread, good needle, stable thimble, and our understanding of the rhythm. Fabric is another category of appreciating the culture.
I will share many stories there, and will bring some Great Fabric for Sashiko as well as "one-of-a-kind" of unique fabric.
There are a lot of items I would like to introduce to you: who are in Sashiko Joy. However, since I am a single person project, I cannot have a booth as vendor. Instead, MQG kindly allow me to have a quick Trunk Sale during the Lunch break. This trunk sale is only available for the workshop participants.
The amount of items can be limited. It would be great if you could take a look what you can expect there.
Don't worry too much for the "Sold-Out" items. I will have a order-form ready and you will get the same deal without any additonal cost to be shipped. The form is ready in Quiltcon room, but it would be helpful if you can bring one with you.
- Order Form for Supplies in QuiltCon 2022 Sashiko Trunk Sale during the Lunch Break.
If you find anything you would like to pre-order below, please use the "Shipping Free" Coupon. I will bring your order with me!
Coupon for QuiltCon 2022: 62GYW9NKPDKN
(Expire on Feb.14)
Regular Sashiko Thread
Cotton 100% / About 145 meter length
As I would explain “Why do Sashiko Thread Matter” in the workshop, we use a very specific thread for Sashiko. All of the large skeins are from the same manufactures with following color choices:
Synthetic Dye
Natural Dye Sashiko Thread
A small tagline
Color from Nature always surprize us positively. Fabric "breathe", so does thread. We enjoy unique colors from each Natural Dye.
Keiko often talk to the thread in Dye batch. Enjoy the creation of Sashiko Artisan who needed to dye thread for her "Sashiko".
*Since all of the threads are hand-dyed, we have very limited inventory. We try our best to re-create the same color. However, please be advised that they are all "One-of-a-kind" Sashiko Thread.
Signature Indigo & Kakishibu Dye
With help of experts to create such a beautiful color.
We also offer beautiful Sashiko thread became available thanks to the experts in its field. Enjoy the top quality colors from many experts.
Great Fabric for Sashiko
We introduce various kinds of the "Most Suitable Fabric"
Sashiko requires to have appropriate Sashiko Thread, good needle, stable thimble, and our understanding of the rhythm. Fabric is another category of appreciating the culture.
I will share many stories there, and will bring some Great Fabric for Sashiko as well as "one-of-a-kind" of unique fabric.
Follow-Up Video Library
Please let me know if you do not find a video you are looking for.
The Unshin Movement: The Core & Essence of Sashiko.
This is a video of breaking down each steps of Unshin. Please keep watching it until you get the rhythm of Unshin Stitching.
Password: ENiCES
Kasane Video
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https://vimeo.com/581239935
Mizutoushi Video
How to Transfer the Pattern onto the Fabric
Preparating the pattern on the fabric.
How to Draw Asanoha Pattern
How to Draw Shippou Pattern
How to Keep the Sashiko Thread in a Good Shape
FAQs 2022 Sashiko Workshops
Question.1
Can I purchase more Thread in Workshop?
Question.2
Should I bring any items to be mended?
Question.3
For [Application & Practice] Workshop, what is good garments to bring? Do I need it?
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