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A collection of boro-inspired projects and techniques which celebrates this traditional Japanese textile and its relevance to the modern sewer and quilter.
Learn about the history of boro and how it is being revived for a new audience using contemporary fabrics including
denim, linen and shibori tie dye as well as sashiko and other embroidery stitches.
The word boro comes from the Japanese boroboro meaning something tattered or repaired. It refers to textiles that have been mended or patched together for utilitarian, not decorative, purposes to make the fabric stronger and warmer, and to mend torn and threadbare areas.
The techniques section includes a short stitch directory with traditional stitches (running stitch and applique) and contemporary stitches (herringbone stitch, blanket stitch, chain stitch and whipped running stitch).
Other techniques include instructions on improvisational patchwork; applique: raw, turned edge and reverse; darning
techniques and methods for distressing and ageing fabrics to achieve an authentic boro finish.
We also look at how boro is being revived for a new audience using contemporary fabrics including denim, linen and shibori tie dye as well as sashiko and embroidery threads.
The techniques section includes a short stitch directory with traditional stitches (running stitch and applique) and contemporary stitches (herringbone stitch, blanket stitch, chain stitch and whipped running stitch). Other techniques include:
Instructions on improvisational patchwork
Applique: raw and turned edges and reverse
Darning
Methods for distressing and ageing your finished boro
Price: $22.99
Pages: 128
Publisher: David & Charles
Imprint: David & Charles
Publication Date:
10 November 2020
ISBN: 9781446308325
Format: Paperback
BISACs:
Quiltmaking, patchwork and appliqué
Introduction
Boro History
Tools and Materials
Techniques
How to Use This Book
Projects
Tote Bag
Mini Tote Bag
Sofa Throw
Cushion Cover
Komebukuro Bag
Mini Komebukuro Bag
Reversible Placemat
Chiku-chiku Coaster
Mount Fuji Picture
Greetings Card
Miniature Messenger Bag
Gadget Slipcase
Hanten Jacket
Hinagata Hanten
Yogi Quilt
Hinagata Yogi
Box Cushion
Giant Pincushion
Table Runner
Reversible Bookmark
Suppliers
Bibliography
Acknowledgements
About the Author
Index