Dots, Lines, and Surfaces “Why choose the effort in the age of Taipa/Cospa”–Crowdfunding begins for the challenge of turning cloth that would otherwise be thrown away into “one-of-a-kind sashiko work”

[Dots, Lines, and Surfaces] “Why choose the effort in the Taipa/Cospa era”–Crowdfunding begins for the challenge of turning cloth that would otherwise be thrown away into “one-of-a-kind sashiko work” ​
Points, lines and planes Press release: March 28, 2025 “Why choose the effort in the Taipa/Cospa
era”–Crowdfunding begins for the challenge of turning cloth that would otherwise be thrown away into a “one-of-a-kind sashiko work” A project has begun to recycle waste fabric into a one-of-a-kind item by applying traditional handwork called “sashiko”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/158473/1/158473-1-d6eb59be662c32f39cbaaf6052b9ee8c-3468×1860.png ■Choose “labor” over “efficiency” and “involvement” over “speed” Nowadays, many people place emphasis on “Taipa (time performance)”. That’s why “Dots, Lines, and Surfaces” dares to reaffirm handiwork from a contrary stance. Sashiko, which involves moving your hands one stitch at a time, is never efficient. But it is precisely because of that “labor” that a relationship with the owner is born. And that relationship helps us create items that are not disposable, but that people want to cherish and cherish for a long time.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/158473/1/158473-1-97dc531eb2ca105eae1ce118e14a0aee-3900×2600.jpg Cat cushion (focaccia) A new form of manufacturing where zero waste, welfare, and traditional crafts meet. The zero-waste fashion brand “Dots, Lines, and Men”, launched by a former apparel designer, breathes life into fabrics that would have been discarded using the Japanese handicraft technique of sashiko, and works with local employment support facilities to create one-of-a-kind items. In an era where “Taipa/Cospa” is emphasized, this project, which dares to find value in “labor”, is seeking support on the crowdfunding service READYFOR until 23:00 on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
https://readyfor.jp/projects/points-lignes-et-plans ■Until the cloth that was supposed to be thrown away becomes someone’s “story” In today’s world, mass production and mass disposal are commonplace. Many fabrics are discarded while still being new. Questioning this reality, Ai Ito, the representative of “Dots, Lines, and Surfaces,” stood up. Utilizing my experience from the apparel industry, I use the traditional handiwork called “Sashiko” on discarded fabrics to recycle them into unique items. Behind each product is the
individuality and thoughts of each creator, as well as the
“accumulation of time” unique to handicrafts. There is warmth and a story that cannot be created by efficiency alone.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/158473/1/158473-1-feb0744efc659156649f479e1f39ca04-3900×2600.jpg A cushion (round) that can also be used as a potholder ■Thoughts put into one-of-a-kind products All completed products are one-of-a-kind. The combination of materials and the sashiko patterns are all unique. A part of the creator’s life resides in each piece, which was created through a lot of effort and dialogue. Sashiko products are beautiful only when used. The more you use it, the more its flavor increases, and you can also repair it with sashiko if necessary. Not just a product, but a companion that you can spend time with.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/158473/1/158473-1-95576f34c6f2f1f74f071559ef008b6e-3900×2600.jpg ■A new way of working and the joy of creating through sashiko Another major feature of this project is its collaboration with welfare facilities and employment support offices. Some of the creators are people with disabilities and unique personalities. Sashiko is carried out at a pace that suits each individual, making use of each person’s strengths and likes, and the product is finished. Even if it cannot be conveyed through words, the stitches of embroidery speak about a person’s personality– There are many such situations. Through manufacturing, we foster pride in our work and a connection with society. This is exactly the process by which a “point” becomes a “line” and then a “plane.”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/158473/1/158473-1-8bce0df469e9ac659b3fe206f5adf141-3900×2600.jpg [Crowdfunding Overview] ・Title: “Dots, lines, and planes that connect people, regions, and society with Japanese traditional craft sashiko” – Implementer: Ai Ito (representative of zero waste fashion brand “Dot, Line and Plane”) ・Platform: READYFOR ・Target amount: 1,080,000 yen ・Period: Until 23:00 on Thursday, April 10, 2025 ・URL:
https://readyfor.jp/projects/points-lignes-et-plans [Main return examples] ・Pear motif coaster “La France”: 4,400 yen ・Sashiko placemat: 7,800 yen ・Indigo dyed x sashiko BAG (deep blue sea/starry sky): 18,000 yen ・The only “cat cushion” in the world: 14,000 yen ・Custom sashiko for work clothes: 100,000 yen [Comment: from co-creation company/supporter] Just as sashiko connects fabrics through embroidery, I feel that this project is also like a thread that connects people, communities, and society. (Ryusuke Fujimoto, Strategic Insight Co., Ltd.)
https://vdc-lab.sii-japan.co.jp/#what_is_vdclab 【Future outlook】 The brand website will open in April 2025, and EC functionality will be implemented in August. Furthermore, we plan to expand the new circular model of welfare x fashion x traditional crafts through base creation, POP UP, and workshops. [Contact information] Brand name: Points, lines and surfaces Representative: Ai Ito Email:
points.lignes.et.plans@gmail.com Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/points_lignes_et_plans Website (under construction): https://points-lignes-et-plans.com
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