Sashiko and Boro, the Elegant Way to Make Repairs
Sashiko and Boro, the Elegant Way to Make Repairs
Instructor: Nancy Hay
Day: Saturday
Time: 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Hours required: 3
Minimum number of students: 2
Maximum number of students: 8
Minimum age of student: Ages 16 and up (no parent required)
Total Class Fee (includes $10 materials fee): $110
Location: 4-H Building
Description: Boro is a Japanese historical mending technique using patches and Sashiko stitching. More and more patches were added to make an additional design and make the clothes last longer.
Required Skills: Basic sewing skills: threading a needle, tying a knot, making a running stitch
Students Should Bring to Class: Scissors, although there will a few to share
Supplies Provided by Instructor: fabrics, thread, Sashiko needles and thimbles, heat removable pens, needle threaders, rulers