Upcycling with Sashiko-Inspired Embroidery

Overview

“Let's dive into the key influences that inspire my Sashiko designs. I'll discuss why I am attracted to Sashiko, its historical significance, and how various artists and cultural elements have shaped my creative process.”

In this video lesson Kate Ward addresses the topic: Influences, which is part of the Domestika online course: Upcycling with Sashiko-Inspired Embroidery. Learn the traditional Japanese technique of sashiko embroidery and create sustainable garments with Kate Ward.

Partial transcription of the video

“Many of the sashiko patterns I stitch are traditional designs that date back over 400 years ago, to the Edo era. I love how many of these patterns are derived and inspired by the Japanese people, their culture, and their surroundings. The motifs they created were sometimes representative of the stories of their lives. Some patterns were even used as talismans, meant to bring protection when worn. Many of these stitches also had a deeper meaning and were stitched into the garments. The patterns we explore in this class, jujizashi, kakinohanazashi, and komenohanazashi, also have intrinsic mea...”

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Course summary for: Upcycling with Sashiko-Inspired Embroidery

• Level: Beginner
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• 3612 students
• 5 units
• 20 lessons (4h 21m)
• 9 downloads

• Category

  Craft, Wellness

• Areas

  Arts & Crafts, Embroidery, Meditation, Mindfulness, Upcycling