I hope that the Sashiko Japan Tour 2024 will be a enriching experience for your Sashiko, to feel the Sashiko "we (you & I)" are practicing.
In July 2024, you receive the Sashiko Fabric with Geometric Pattern preprinted following your preference. Once you receieve it, please enjoy Sashiko Rhythm on the Fabric before the Sashiko Tour Starts. It would be best if you could bring the stitched fabric with you to Japan. When Keiko receives your fabrics, we will make one large piece by connecting them. It may be a Jacket, or a Tapestry. Unfortunately, the finished item will NOT be your property. We will store the item as a token of Sashiko Japan Tour 2024, and will try to find an opportunity to exhibit in the future.
The Choice of Pattern we offers are following:
- Asano-Ha
- Shippou
- Hishi-Seikaiha
- Amimon
They are all very conservative patterns. Some of you probably have stitched them many times. In this case, please try to focus on the "rhythm" rather than the result. To align Keiko's plan, there are a few things I would need to ask to do, such as Kasane & How to Jump. For the detail, please check the "Support Page" for the Sashiko Japan Tour (I will update the page before your receive the package).
Keiko is conducting the exact same project with our Sashiko Students/Friends in Japan. It is not a comparison to measure which is better or not - I hope that we can appreciate the difference & similarilies between the "Same Sashiko Pieces" with "The Same Learning of the Rhythm". I strongly believe that it is "us" (as human being & who we are) define our Sashiko & all of the Sashiko are very precious & important.
It is NOT a required assignment. Life can be bumpy, and you may not be able to have enough time to stitch. Do not worry too much about completing the Stitching. If you have questions about the patterns & how to stitch, p[ease feel free to reach out to me anytime. In Japan, we will have so much time together stitching. I should be able to help your rhythm, stitching posture, and anything you may be concern about.
Please expect the package sometimes in July, 2024. Atsushi will send you a confirmation email with your preference in pattern & Shipping address.
I am very much looking forward to spending time in Sashiko with you!