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Tracing Cross-cultural Precedents of Sashiko Stitching and Mirror Work Embroidery in Contemporary Fashion

Author(s) Dr. Sonu Mehta, Ms. Agnaya Patel
Country India
Abstract Sashiko meaning “ little stabs” is a form of decorative reinforcement stitching from Japan. Traditional sashiko was used to reinforce points of wear, or to repair worn places or tears with patches. Today this running stitch technique is often used for purely decorative purposes in quilting and embroidery. The white cotton thread on the traditional indigo blue cloth thread gives sashiko its distinctive appearance, though decorative items sometimes use red colour. Fashion often emerges from dialogue between distinct cultural traditions. This research explores one such dialogue: combining geometric sashiko patterns, rooted in Japanese hand-stitching, with reflective mirror work (Shisha/Abhla Bharat) from Gujarat and Rajasthan's textile heritage. Among four sashiko categories studied — Moyozashi, Hitomezashi, Kogin, and Boro — Moyozashi and Hitomezashi proved most suitable for western wear due to their geometric scalability. Twenty motifs were selected based on geometric integrity, symmetry, and fashion compatibility, then digitally reconstructed in CorelDRAW for layout, proportion, and mirror-placement exploration. Garment illustrations across dresses, tops, tunics, jackets, and co-ordinated sets bridged digital design. Findings confirm Moyozashi and Hitomezashi's structural adaptability across garment types, with sashiko's linear geometry and mirror work's luminous accents forming a coherent, distinctive aesthetic. Digital tools proved essential for precision and iteration.
Keywords Sashiko, Mirror work, Digital tools
Field Arts > Fashion
Published In Volume 8, Issue 4, July-August 2026
Published On 2026-08-17
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i04.85877
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