Boro, Mending, and Sashiko with Sandra Johnson

Join Hello Stitch Gallery artist Sandra Johnson to learn sashiko, and boro mending techniques. Sashiko, which means "little stabs" in Japanese, is a textile mending and reinforcing technique involving a simple running stitch with strong white thread. Boro comes from the Japanese, boroboro and is a method of mending and patching fabric to prolong use. In this workshop you will learn how to stitch several traditional sashiko patterns and also boro and mending.

Each student will receive a bag to stitch and mend. You will learn how to mark your patterns and attach the mending fabrics to your project. During the workshop you will work on your bag project or you can bring in anything you would like to mend and use the mending techniques you learn in class on your own project.

Skill level: Beginner and up

Supplies: You will receive a kit for the workshop including a black…