Sashiko: The Untold Story by Atsushi Futatsuya

Discover the true meaning of Sashiko beyond the stitches.

As Sashiko grows in popularity around the world, its history and meaning are often overlooked. In Sashiko: The Untold Story, Japanese Sashiko artisan Atsushi Futatsuya shares a richer understanding of this traditional craft, revealing the culture, philosophy and everyday practices behind the stitches.

Raised in a third-generation Sashiko family in Japan, Atsushi combines personal stories, historical insight and practical knowledge to explore Sashiko beyond its patterns and techniques. Through beautiful photography, illustrations and conversations with fellow artisans, he uncovers the values and wisdom that have shaped the practice for generations.

Inside, you'll discover:

+ The history and cultural significance of Sashiko
+ Traditional techniques and their proper application
+ The philosophy and mindset behind the craft
+ Stories from Sashiko artisans and practitioners
+ Insights into cultural appreciation and preservation

Perfect for hand stitchers, textile artists, embroiderers, visible menders and anyone fascinated by Japanese craft traditions, Sashiko: The Untold Story offers a thoughtful new perspective on one of the world's most celebrated textile arts.

Whether you're discovering Sashiko for the first time or deepening an existing practice, this book will help you see beyond the stitches and connect with the living tradition behind them.

Hardcover // 176 pages

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Atsushi Futatsuya was born into the third generation of a surviving Sashiko family in Gifu prefecture.

Atsushi grew up with sashiko surrounded by thread, needles and lots of fabrics. He launched the "Sashi.Co" project with his mother, Keiko, who has over the thirty-year experience of sashiko stitching as a platform to introduce their masterful works.

Starting in 2017, he introduces the beauty and philosophy of Sashiko to the world through his website & workshops as “Sashiko Story”. (www.sashikostory.com)

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