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Your series of works «fabric books and letters» are very eye-catching with their beauty. Where did the idea of using red thread come from?
I was making three dimensional anatomical hearts before I started to use red thread. I guess the departure from heart to blood came naturally. Then I realized that red thread carries so many meanings for me.
Since I have been sewing for many years, thread to me has always been the element which connects the individual parts. Thread symbolizes connections. Also, red, the color of blood, which to me embodies vitality, love and life. It also symbolizes human connection in the Japanese culture that I was raised in. Furthermore, the red color was often used to ward off evil spirits in Japan.
What are the stories in your books and letters about?
Could you expand on the connection between the human body and nature in your work?
I am fascinated with the similarities between them. They both are supported by the similar structure that absorbs and distributes nourishment. Tree branches, roots, or blood vessels split into thinner appendages from thicker parts. I find those shapes beautiful. Therefore I make the thread matrix that looks like them. By doing so, I feel like I can draw energy from nature and it also reminds me of our vitality and fragility. It is my attempt to connect with nature.
Through your work is there a message that you want viewers to take away with?
I consider my thread matrix as written words. If the viewers could reflect their own stories on it, I’d be happy.
FXLB supports the idea of upcycling and you made an amazing beautiful dress in the style of the 18th century with used jeans. Can you tell us a little bit about this project?
What do you think is the most fascinating aspect of upcycling?
Do you have any exciting projects coming up that you can share?
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