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A zoomed-in image of a pair of blue jeans that shows a dark denim patch with rows of pink stitching behind it and stitched crosses on top. The bottom reads
Sashiko-Inspired Mending with Jujizashi diy low- and zero-waste stitching tutorials Mar 15, 2025

Mending is more than extending the life of our clothing—it’s an act of care, sus...

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Caring for Crafting Hands health stitching tutorials Feb 15, 2025

There is something deeply meditative about crafting with your hands. Whether it'...

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Giving Love: The Power of Handmade Gifts slow living stitching Feb 01, 2025

There’s something magical about giving and receiving handmade gifts, crafted wit...

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A teal teapot sits on a beautifully embroidered cloth which showcases four Sashiko stitching patterns.
Exploring Hana Fukin: Traditional Japanese Embroidered Cloths japanese history low- and zero-waste stitching Jan 15, 2025

Imagine a single cloth that weaves together tradition, beauty, and functionality...

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Kate, a smiling blond, white woman, holds up a gift bag embroidered with red designs reminiscent of snowflakes. The bag is made from an old, off-white/grey shirt.
DIY: Make a Reusable Gift Bag from an Upcycled Shirt diy low- and zero-waste stitching tutorials upcycling Dec 15, 2024

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the joy of giving. I love makin...

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Crafting Stories with Aurifil Threads making zen stitching Nov 15, 2024

A big part of Zen Stitching is the community and the connections we make, and we...

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The Craft of Clothes meets Zen Stitching for Zero and Zen
Recap: Zero and Zen 2024 collaborations low- and zero-waste stitching upcycling Nov 01, 2024

One of the things I love most about Zero and Zen is witnessing the incredible di...

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UFO October
UFO October 2024 challenge organizing slow living stitching ufo october Oct 01, 2024

Are unfinished objects taking over your creative space and making it harder to s...

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My 5 Favourite Sashiko Books reading resources stitching tools Sep 16, 2024

Sashiko, the traditional Japanese embroidery technique known for its minimalist ...

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Textile artist Kate Ward, a white woman with long blond hair wearing handmade and hand patched clothing, sits on one of two leather chairs at a small table in a studio-esque room. There are garments decorated with Sashiko stitching hanging in the background.
Upcycling with Sashiko Embroidery: A New Course with Domestika collaborations stitching travel tutorials Aug 15, 2024

Recently I had the incredible opportunity to film my new course 'Upcycling with ...

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Sashiko Tools: Black Masamune Tailor's Shears low- and zero-waste stitching tools Jul 01, 2024

Disclaimer: This blog post was written in collaboration with Shokunin Store, a s...

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Making Zen + Zen Stitching: What's in a name? collaborations making zen slow living stitching tutorials May 15, 2024

Zen: we know it to mean a state of relaxation, and the word loosely translates t...

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Kate Ward

Hi, I'm Kate! I love travelling and the esoteric. Zen Stitching is a combination of my passions: living a meaningful life, taking care of the planet, and textile arts.

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