BORO: Making Rags Last - 3/16/2024 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Lakeland, FL

BORO: Making Rags Last
Teacher: June Colburn
 
Saturday, March 16, 2024
12:30 PM-1:30 PM
 
Code(s): S261
 
Lakeland - RP Funding Center
 
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Pricing Information
 
Session Value: 1
Price Per Session (before discount): $29.00

Unveiling the Beauty of Boro: A Journey through Japan's Textile Legacy. Immerse yourself in the poignant tale of the Boro tradition, where resilient communities faced extreme poverty yet cherished and meticulously preserved their textiles for generations. Boro, meaning rags, captures the essence of tattered clothing transformed through relentless mending and patching, ensuring prolonged usability. Explore authentic century-old examples of indigo-dyed cotton adorned with Boro patches, from kimono to futon covers. Witness the captivating fusion of history and craftsmanship in this showcase of textile anthropology at its finest.

  • Category(ies): Rookies and Refreshers, Fiber and Needle Arts, Accessories, Just for Fun, Crafting, Home Décor, Gift Items, Fashion Sewing, Piecing Techniques, Sewing Fundamentals
  • Experience Level:
    • All are welcome
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