Every country in the world has a unique aesthetic of mending.  The term “boro” serves to describe profusely stitched and mended Japanese textiles that receive an extended life with an abundance of functional but beautiful handwork.  In this class, we will piece, patch, applique, and stitch a variety of patches suitable for mending personal clothing items.

All materials are provided. Optionally, students may bring their own cloth to mend (denim jeans or jacket, moth-eaten wool, thread-bare cotton), a small sewing kit, and a sack lunch.