Learn to sew a 'bojagi' style patchwork hanging reusing sheer samples

Join Yodomo founder Sophie Rochester for a one-day workshop inspired by the beautiful tradition of Korean bojagi (pojagi) patchwork textiles.

Using a curated selection of high quality linen offcuts and sheer interior design textiles salvaged for creative reuse, participants will create their own contemporary jogakbo-inspired textile hanging or lightweight curtain, exploring colour, transparency, composition and patchwork construction.

This workshop introduces the simple flat-seam technique traditionally used in bojagi construction, creating the distinctive geometric framework and luminous stained-glass effect these textiles are known for.

Suitable for confident beginners through to experienced makers, this is a relaxed full-day workshop with plenty of time to experiment, develop your design, and enjoy slow stitching in a small group setting.

Participants will be able to choose from a range of reclaimed materials provided, and are also very welcome to bring their own sheer fabrics if they’d like to incorporate personal textiles into their piece.

By the end of the day, you can leave with a fully finished smaller wall or window hanging or some participants prefer to continue their pieces at home to create much larger pieces. You’ll also leave with new sewing techniques, and inspiration for future patchwork projects.

On completion of this class participants will confidently be able to:

• Build confidence sewing with more delicate type fabrics
• Create sealed flat seams traditionally used in 'Bojagi' constructon
• Explore colour, transparency, composition and simple patchwork designs
• Finish your textile and add a chanel and hanging pole
• Look at 'waste' materials from a different perspective

About the Tutor: Sophie Rochester is the founder of Yodomo, a social venture working at the intersection of creativity, circular making and material reuse.

Through workshops, pop-ups and partnerships, Yodomo redistributes high-quality surplus materials from industry into the hands of makers, artists and communities — giving beautiful resources a second life through creative practice.

Sophie has spent the past several years developing creative reuse projects across London, working with cultural organisations, design brands and communities to explore circular making, material innovation and practical approaches to reuse.

Class Size: Max 8 students

Time: 10:30am - 5:30pm (Please arrive promptly)

Where: The class will take place in Fabrications "Re Imaginerium" studio (we no longer have a shop cat as depicted in one of the photos!) which is downstairs from the shop via 12 steps. The studio is light and bright with a homely feel to help you feel relaxed and inspired whilst learning. You will have your own work area (with some shared facilities like ironing, cutting table) We purposefully keep class sizes small to ensure a quality experience and plenty of guidance time with the tutor.

Class Includes: A range of reclaimed sheer fabrics to choose from, threads, use of 'Brother' sewing machines and other tools and a hanging pole.

What to Bring: Optional personal fabrics or textile scraps you'd like to incorporate into your design

Please Note: There is no food or drink allowed in the studio, You are welcome to bring a sealed water bottle but please ensure all 'take outs' are consumed before arriving. For full day classes there is a scheduled lunch break.

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