Boro Bags; Beta Workshop.

Boro is a word used to describe Japanese textiles that have been pieced, patched, repaired and passed down from generation to generation. Boro textiles are utilitarian objects that are rich and sumptuous and that, although old in age, possess a contemporary aesthetic. In this workshop students will use one piece of cloth as a sampler incorporating stitching, patching and mending techniques that are specific to Boro and then use that cloth to create a traditional Japanese style bag. Students will have their choice of creating a tsunobukuro or an azumabukuro, and will receive directions on how to make both. Both bags are equally ingenious designs, simple to make and very different from one another. The finished product will be a bag with Boro stitching that will serve as inspiration for future projects, and is a bag that can be used as a book bag, project bag, shopping bag, or a wrapping for a very special gift. This workshop is appropriate for beginners wanting to learn stitching or experienced artists and makers wanting to incorporate a new aesthetic into their work. Basic materials will be provided but students are encouraged to bring fabric scraps and thread that will make their bags personal and unique to them.

Note: this is a beta test class in which I will be testing out the timing and ask for student feedback and is offered at a special discounted price. Materials will be provided but students are encouraged to bring scraps of cloth that are meaningful to them.



CLASS IS FULL - PLEASE E-MAIL ME TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITLIST

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To Register:
Please send me an e-mail telling me your name, which workshop(s) you would like to register for and
how you would like to pay. (this is so I can put you on my manual list - your payment will confirm your place.)

How to Pay:
Click on "Add to Cart" button(s) to pay using PayPal
or you can mail me a check
or make an appointment to come by the studio to pay in cash, check or credit card

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Fine Print Stuff:
As the class date approaches you will receive an e-mail with suggested tools to bring, extra materials you may want to bring (basics provided), directions, parking instructions, etc.

Your payment confirms your place in the class. Refunds (less fees incurred) or credit available up until a week before the class afterwhich you can send someone in your place. Please communicate with me about this. Thank you.

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