Pre-order Embroider, Mend, and Sew, Aitor Saraiba's first book translated into English.
In this sumptuous, inspiring guide, Aitor invites makers of all skill levels to transform fabrics and threads into deeply personal, meaningful objects. Drawing on his childhood in La Mancha, where sewing was a vital thread in the fabric of community life, Aitor combines the philosophy of zero waste with contemporary design.
This book is a toolkit for self-expression, designed to help you slow down, look inwards and craft unique and deeply meaningful items. Discover:
- 12 stunning creative textile projects: follow step-by-step instructions to create scapulars, framed appliqué pieces, textile books and snippet rolls; for truly personal home décor, create warm, inviting pieces like mini throws, scatter cushions and a whimsical heart pincushion.
- Guidance on sustainable mending: embrace the beauty of repair. Learn the Japanese art of Boro to help you customize existing clothes, and turn ‘wear and tear’ into artistic expression.
- Natural dyeing made simple: a complete, approachable guide to creating your own dye palette using logwood, tea, onion and iron.
- Includes essential resources: featuring a curated guide to sewing materials and Aitor’s favorite stitches, plus full-scale templates.
- A stunning yet practical coffee-table book: the hardback format and sumptuous finish make this a perfect gift and a treasured collectible.
- Your complete textile art workbook: an all-in-one resource covering mending, natural dyeing and creative embroidery – the perfect guide for holistic crafting for sewists of all abilities.
The book release date is October 13, 2026. You will be notified of shipping updates once the books arrive at TATTER. 
DIMENSIONS
Hardcover
8 x 9 x 1"
ABOUT AITOR SARAIBA
Aitor Saraiba has been working in drawing, textile art and ceramics for two decades, and his work has been exhibited all over the world. Aitor's textile work explores different traditional techniques and brings them into his own unique world. Aitor is a frequent teacher and artist in residence at the TATTER, and brings joy and wonder to students and visitors of the library.