The silk for this jacket was rescued from the waste basket after a class that I taught. The student felt the white silk was to old, worn and damage to withstand a painting process. This rescued silk, after painting, is a perfect example of Wabi Sabi, which is finding beauty in the imperfect.Very old, worn and treasured kimono fabrics are carefully pieced to create the collar and cuff. It seemed only appropriate thet ii choose a sashiko design that would symbolize longevity. This garment was featured in the November 2000, Issue 91, of Threads Magazine.