Boro :: Japanese Patchwork
The art of boro has humble utilitarian roots. In days gone by precious fabrics and garment were repaired by stitching small scraps of fabric over the holes. The layers of fabric together not only strengthened and prolonged the life of the garments but made them warmer too.
Now used as an art form, the freedom of creative expression that comes from boro, along with it’s simplicity make it ideal for using as a relaxation tool. It’s so easy to do, it can be done without conscious thought, allowing us to get into a calm and meditative state. To get lost in the moment and flow state is not far off.
It can be used on traditional sewing patterns, boro sashiko stitch the panel before creating the bag, basket or garment. Try to catch the edges of the patches as you stitch for a more durable finished piece.
Kintesugi
And kintesugi – the art of creating beauty in repaired china, celebrating the cracks by painting them gold. Not hiding it. All three of these creative arts celebrate the imperfection, the wear, the service that these items have provided – and continuing to respect and treasure them for this fact.
Traditional Method Sashiko
Sashiko The word means little stabs. Without knots, the traditional method, is worked entirely from the front or right side of the fabric. And traditionalists say it is much faster to work with this method, when you have built up speed. And modern styled Sashiko uses knots and securing on the wrong side of the fabric.
Modern Sashiko
Sashiko without knots, the traditional method, is worked entirely from the front or right side of the fabric. And modern styled sashiko uses knots and securing on the wrong side of the fabric.
Which one is better? That’s the million dollar question. We will look at the pros and cons of both so you can see which one suits you best.
Videos and information on sashiko stitching techniques.