Mending with Boro: Japanese Running Stitch & Patching Techniques

This book is a treasure trove of creative ideas for giving new life to old, worn-out fabrics! With expert guidance from Harumi Horiuchi, you'll learn how to patch, repair, and reinforce your favorite garments and home furnishings with the traditional Japanese technique of Boro.

From simple mending to full-on rejuvenation, this book will inspire you to breathe new life into hundreds of old things! With step-by-step instructions and beautiful photographs, you'll be able to: • Discover the joy of working with old fabrics and making classic neutrals come alive • Give old scraps of cloth new purpose, whether patching a well-loved skirt or a pair of jeans • Learn to revive a faithful cloth bag, or even something knitted like a favorite pair of worn woolen socks • Remake an entire garment by artfully patching it here, there, and everywhere Don't let your old favorites go to waste! With this book, you'll be able to breathe new life into them and enjoy them for years to come.

Get ready to fall in love with the simple yet powerful world of Boro mending!