Boro - The Art of Japanese Mending, Sun Dec 6 1pm - 3.30

$75.00

Discover the beauty of Japanese Boro textiles.

In this hands-on session you will:

  • Explore authentic Boro examples up close

  • Learn how and why women in Old Japan mended and patched their textiles

  • Try traditional techniques using Sashiko (Japanese running stitch)

Bring either:

  • A garment that needs repair, or

  • Work on a Boro-inspired stitched sampler

Optional: bring your favourite fabric scraps, backing fabrics, and threads.
Some materials and inspiring resources will be provided.

Discover the beauty of Japanese Boro textiles.

In this hands-on session you will:

  • Explore authentic Boro examples up close

  • Learn how and why women in Old Japan mended and patched their textiles

  • Try traditional techniques using Sashiko (Japanese running stitch)

Bring either:

  • A garment that needs repair, or

  • Work on a Boro-inspired stitched sampler

Optional: bring your favourite fabric scraps, backing fabrics, and threads.
Some materials and inspiring resources will be provided.