Sashiko and Boro Visible Mending Workshop 4th February The GreenHouse Ripon

Sashiko and Boro are related traditional Japanese sewing techniques, often used for mending and reinforcement. Sashiko refers to the stitching itself, a form of embroidery with repeating designs, while boro describes the patching and piecing together of fabrics, often using Sashiko stitching to reinforce the patches.
During this 2 hour workshop you learn the traditional Japanese method of mending- using Sashiko embroidery thread and Boro patching. This is a hand sewing class.
You will learn:
Basic Sashiko stitches
Tips and techniques for stitching
Boro patching
What's included?
A selection of fabric and patches
A selection of Sashiko thread
A Sashiko Needle
What you need to bring:
A sewing kit including scissors or rotary cutter, a quick unpick, pins, tailors chalk or fabric pen, tape measure or ruler. Kit is available to borrow if you don't have your own.
£40. This course is aimed at beginners.
Class is on Thursday 4th February from 7 - 9pm at The GreenHouse, 11 North St, Ripon HG4 1JY