“The most important foundation for SAORI Weavers is developing aesthetic eyes. I would like to stress this point, because I hope SAORI Weavers will not end up being content with conventional weavings. ”
SAORI is a contemporary hand weaving philosophy founded in Japan in 1968 by Misao Jo. The process is completely intuitive. There are no patterns to follow, no guidelines to abide by. Through the creative use of colors, textures, and materials, SAORI practitioners are encouraged to express themselves through their work, without fear of making mistakes or pressure to conform to the expectations of others.
SAORI is accessible to everyone, regardless of age, gender, skill-level, or physical ability. By using the most basic of weaving structures as a foundation, practitioners can begin weaving and creating within minutes of sitting at the loom.
Each SAORI weaving is one-of-a-kind, as unique as the person who made it, and should be considered a work of art.
Misao Jo, 1972
The Four Slogans of SAORI
Consider the differences between a machine and a human being
Be bold and adventurous
Look out through eyes that shine
Inspire one another and everyone in the group