'Boro beauty' 2024 Hand woven hemp cloth ( grainsack), re-used hemp fibres, Japanese art form of Boro Sashiko stitching, early 20th Century textile. 115cm x 139cm Drawing inspiration from 'Wabi Sabi" design and Japanese boro and sashiko stitching in a red, brown and stripe colour palette, Textile Artist Elizabeth Knowles merges vintage textile and abstract patches and repairs into one piece of textile art. This piece of work can be treated as a wall hanging or as a curtain panel in the style of a Noren Curtain.
In yesterday’s post, I described 3 different traditional crafts that share one common thread, the running stitch : Kantha, Boro and Sashiko. Kantha and Boro are traditional patchwork from Ind…
Introducing the BLACK TEA-CORE BORO SPRING 1ST JKT - the ultimate blend of style and history. Made with Kapital's original `BORO' fabric, which replicates the unique texture of rags. The faded black color, resembling leather, is achieved through Kapital's exclusive black yarn-dyed yarn and aging process. The cupro lining features a lintel print, adding a touch of sophistication. Upgrade your wardrobe with this timeless and one-of-a-kind jacket. 90% Cotton 10% Linen Boro Fabric Throughout Sashiko Stitching Type One Silhouette Back Cinch Single Chest Pocket Every Piece is Unique Handmade Fits True to Size Made in Japan
Sevenberry indigo/navy/denim blue cotton fabric with a thick, soft touch and "boro" (patchwork) style print. 100% cotton, made in Japan. SKINNY QUARTER - 9" x 44" (23cm x 112cm) FAT QUARTER - 18" x 22" (46cm x 56cm) HALF YARD - 18" x 44" (46 cm x 112 cm) We make every effort to capture the true color of each fabric, but there will be differences between your monitor and ours. Thank you for understanding. Learn more about Japanese textiles at theardentthread.com and follow us on Instagram @kimonomomo for the latest updates.
What is Boro Stitching? The raw simplicity and functional beauty of the boro artform is something that I’ve adored for some time. I get a lot […]
Working in the style of Japanese Boro mending with upcycled patches, I created a large visible mend that becomes the focal point of this thrifted denim shirt, thereby highlighting its age, worn nat…
Authentic Boro is an historical textile art, but its techniques are plenty relevant today. Here's info and ideas for making your own boro-inspired art.
The Boro Repair Straight Denim offers a distinctive and trendy selection for denim lovers. With detailed Boro-inspired patchwork and repairs, these jeans showcase a rustic and handmade aesthetic. They are ideal for individuals seeking to make a daring fashion statement with a hint of nostalgic craftsmanship, incorporating a unique and artistic touch to your ensemble.Inseam length for all sizes is 32"Size 32 / Waist(Round) 33" / Inseam 32" / Bottom Opening(Half Measure) 7 3/4"Style: CasualPrint / Pattern: SolidSilhouette: JeansFit: StraightEmbellishment: DistressedNeckline: n/aSleeve: n/aLength: LongClosure: ButtonLining: n/aFabric Contents: 99% Cotton 1% SpandexNon-stretch fabricNon-sheer fabricCare Instructions: Machine wash cold-Gentle cycle-Tumble dry low
'Boro inspired Noren' 2024 Hand woven hemp cloth ( grain-sack), re-used grain-sack offcuts, Japanese art form of Boro, Sashiko stitching, early 20th Century textile. 153cm x 98cm Drawing inspiration from 'Wabi Sabi" design and Japanese boro and sashiko stitching in a red, blue and stripe colour palette, Textile Artist Elizabeth Knowles merges vintage textile and abstract patches and repairs into one piece of textile art. This piece of work can be treated as a wall hanging or as a curtain panel in the style of a Noren Curtain.
Cette année, mon coup de coeur s'appelle Akiko Ike, artiste textile japonaise, qui a inventé le Chiku Chiku (l'Art du Dessus Dessous, en référence au mouvement de l'aiguille et du fil qui permettent d'assembler des morceaux de tissus): Faut-il encore...
A boro shirt made by accident, started with dipping a silk shirt in a bleach solution. Patched with various fabric remnants. From Fafafoom Studio.
Find out how I used the tiniest fabric scraps to make a Japanese Boro Patchwork style projects, with tips for how to make a coaster with perfect corners! A fun, quick make, ideal for gifting and swapping or trying new techniques.
A jacket made with KAPITAL's original BORO processing technology from the factory in Kojima, Okayama Prefecture. An original fabric that has been generously infused with over 30 years of processing know-how that has evolved from the damage of jeans. Please note that there are slight individual differences in the arrangement of colors and patterns. Color: Hickory 90% cotton, 10% linen Body lining: 56% cupro, 44% cotton Sleeve lining: 100% acetate Made In Japan Model is 6'2 wearing a size 3 TAGGED SIZE 2 3 4 NECK 18 18.5 19 SHOULDER 21.5 22.5 24 CHEST 54.5 56.5 59.5 ARM HOLE 25 26 26 SLEEVE 24 25 25.5 CENTER BACK 24.25 24.5 25.5 Measurements of actual garment in inches.Click here for our measuring guide.
'Boro beauty' 2024 Hand woven hemp cloth ( grainsack), re-used hemp fibres, Japanese art form of Boro Sashiko stitching, early 20th Century textile. 115cm x 139cm Drawing inspiration from 'Wabi Sabi" design and Japanese boro and sashiko stitching in a red, brown and stripe colour palette, Textile Artist Elizabeth Knowles merges vintage textile and abstract patches and repairs into one piece of textile art. This piece of work can be treated as a wall hanging or as a curtain panel in the style of a Noren Curtain.
An easy sewing tutorial teaching you how to repair clothing with sashiko and boro embroidery, and iron-on jeans patches.
A range of kits containing everything needed for a variety of boro stitching projects. Included are kits for making quilts, cushions, bags, purses, and clothing in the boro style.
Boro inspired skufia style cap. Made from upcycled denim and clothing fabric. Size large, fits 7 5/8 to 7 7/8. Signed and dated.
I took a Japanese Boro class last weekend from Jody Alexander , a local book, textile and installation artist. I've been an admirer of her...
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I have been working on a piece of textile art that was destined to become the cover for a personal art journal project of mine. I was going for a soft, romantic look so that my journal would be calm on the outside and then (as it happens most of the time) an explosion of
Sashiko Stitch Instructions for beginners A trend in embroidery: Sashiko stitching and visible mending. This ancient Japanese craft is easy to learn. It gives quick results and makes stunning textile pieces. In this tutorial we explain the basics you need to know about Sashiko stitching. We share our recommendations for Sashiko materials. You will also
A very general update on my Kawandi quilting adventures, including information on my next class session with Gotham Quilts.
Kawandi is a style of quilt created by the Siddi people of India, traditionally done by hand. It is truly scrappy and improvisational. While I like doing hand work, I was also intrigued by faster machine methods. I've listed some resources at the end of this tutorial if you are interested in creating Kawandi by hand, want to see another machine tutorial, want to see some footage of Siddi creating Kawandi by hand, and a discussion of creating Kawandi in your own style. This tutorial describes a new way of creating Kawandi by machine. These are NOT traditional Kawandi, but inspired by the joy and movement of Kawandi-style. I started with a background piece of fabric approximately 8x10", a piece of batting of the same size, and many scraps of batiks or quilting cottons. 1) Place the background over the batting, right side up (this is a quilt as you go technique, so the batting is incorporated from the beginning. 2) Place 4 scraps in the corners, right side DOWN - NOTE I'm using batiks in these examples, so its hard to tell that these pieces are upside down. In this image, you are looking at what will be the WRONG side of those scrap corners. 3) Begin UNDERLAPPING adjoining scraps into the corners. Fold approximately 1/4 inch on the side that will go UNDER the corner. Again, the scraps are placed upside down. Pin the piece in place along the edge. This will be machine sewn. 4) When you get to the next corner, fold the 1/4 inch on both sides of the scrap because it will go under 2 pieces of fabric. 5) Continue folding and underlapping scraps, pinning along the outer edge until you get the entire edge filled. Notice that it doesn't matter if you use short scraps, or long scraps. And again, its impossible to tell from this image because I'm using batiks, but you are looking at the right side of the background, and the WRONG side of the colorful scraps. 6) Sew 1/4 in seam all the way around the edge, removing pins as you come to them. 7) Clip the 4 corners close to the seam, being careful not to cut the thread. 8) Turn right side out by flipping each scrap over the seam. Use a tool to poke out or pull out the corners. There should be no raw edges of fabric along the edge of the piece because they are either in the seam OR they are folded under. 9) Carefully press the outer edge - taking care not to press the batting, as it might melt depending on fiber content. 10) The result is a piece with finished edges like this: 11) Top stitch close to the edge, This will secure all the folded under edges of each scrap. 12) When you are on the 4th side, approaching the beginning of your stitch line, turn the corner about 1/4" or 3/8" before you get there, to start the 'spiral' of stitching. The next steps are done just like Kawandi by hand, but you continue sewing on the machine. 13) To place the next piece, fold under 2 edges. Finger press or iron as necessary. Overlap the unfinished edges of previous scraps. 14) to place a color into a long strip, fold under 3 edges, staying aware of where you will place another scrap to overlap. 15) To keep a small scrap straight as you sew over the edge, it may be necessary to use long tweezers or stiletto. 16) Continue placing scraps and sewing in concentric rectangles, into the center. Note: this picture is from another project than the ones above. 17) Prepare the final scrap by folding under all 4 sides, and sewing the ever smaller rectangles/squares of stitching. 18) For the piece made of batiks, I decided the center "squares" looked better on the diagonal. Although not traditional at all, I've already broken so many 'rules', that I just decided to make this mine. Also, I'm aware that traditional Kawandi have 'folded flowers' in the 4 corners. Include them if you wish. Make it yours! Paula RESOURCES: How to make a Kawandi by hand by Kieren Dutcher https://youtu.be/yFd0xEfKeto How to make a Kawandi by machine (with binding) by Mel Beach https://pieceloveandhappiness.blogspot.com/2019/03/modern-kawandi-making.html Margaret Fabrizio travels to India to learn Kawandi from Siddi quilters: https://youtu.be/WqdIswL96q4 Margaret Fabrizio shows her own Kawandi quilts, and talks about making them in her own style. https://youtu.be/4NRxqOqp_UA
Recycled and handmade stitched denim patches. Each one is totally unique. Created using layers and fragments of cotton and denim. Then over stitched with embroidery thread to visibly mend or enhance the designs. Stitching is in the Japanese style of Sashiko, the art of patching using decorative remnants to mend and repair. Suitable for adding to denim clothes as a patch but requires stitching onto your garment, by hand or machine .They could be added to a hat, bag, jacket. They are very raw and a little misshapen so may not to suitable for patching knees. If you would like something more hard-wearing please message me. They measure at least 10.5 cm square. I do have some bigger versions too. Please say which one you would like if you wish to receive one, thank you. I have recently added 6 more as they sell quite quickly especially on Instagram. UPDATE Dotty (5 circles has sold) White flower with dragonfly has sold. Blue Flower has sold. First photo top left is called Dotty, then Scallops, Blue Flower, Candle, White Flower, then Temple. Thank you for looking.
Paying homage to its hometown Kojima, Okayama – an area dubbed Japan’s denim capital – Kapital creates workwear-inspired pieces with a distinct edge. Crafted from cotton with a natural washed, warped shape, the 11.5oz Denim THE OLD MAN AND THE SEA Hat (CRASH Remake) boasts a hand-stitched boro style and a chino back panel. - Hand-stitched boro style - Adjustable back buckle - Chino back panel - Brim circumference: 60cm Materials:100% Cotton. Sizing:Item is one size fits all.
Find out how I used the tiniest fabric scraps to make a Japanese Boro Patchwork style projects, with tips for how to make a coaster with perfect corners! A fun, quick make, ideal for gifting and swapping or trying new techniques.
Quilts by Paula Fleischer, political and otherwise
