The Book of Boro

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.

Préface
A collection of 20 patterns inspired by historic boro garments

Auteur
Susan Briscoe was first introduced to sashiko in the early 1990s while teaching English in northern Japan. Her sashiko designs have been published in numerous books and magazines, and she is widely recognised as a expert in Japanese sewing techniques.

Texte du rabat

Boro is the ultimate slow stitching technique. This collection explores the history of Japanese textile technique boro, and its relevance to the contemporary sewer looking for sustainable sewing techniques.

Contenu

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