Boro Stitching Basics:
Sew an Upcycled Pouch

Japanese Boro Stitching began long ago as a way of mending clothing, but it has evolved into a style of stitching that stands on its own as art. In this course, you will be inspired by these techniques while infusing modern fabric, colors, and patterns into your hand-stitched project.

This class is for everyone who loves fabric, color, upcycling, and who want to slow down and create something beautiful amidst our busy, modern lives.

This course is hosted on Skillshare. For one membership fee you will have unlimited access to this course as well as my other 6 courses and thousands of exciting classes from artists and experts all over the world!

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Here’s what you’ll get in this course

Lesson 1: Introduction

Lesson 2: Class Project

Lesson 3: Supplies

Lesson 4: Selecting Fabric

Lesson 5: Creating a Patchwork Design

Lesson 6: Securing Your Patchwork Pieces

Lesson 7: The Running Stitch

Lesson 8: Boro Stitching 101

Lesson 9: Adding Decorative Stitches

Lesson 10: Trimming Your fabric

Lesson 11: Sewing Your Pouch

Lesson 12: Final Thoughts

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This course includes nearly an hour of video instruction that includes selecting fabric and thread suitable for this project, designing a pleasing patchwork arrangement, and hand stitching techniques to add structure, interest, and texture. It also includes options to take your stitching a step further by incorporating additional stitched designs and instructions on finishing your fabric and turning it into a beautiful pouch if you’d like to. You’ll be inspired to incorporate this style of stitching in all sorts of ways in your creative life!

Here’s what students are saying:

“Casey is such a lovely teacher. She explains everything very well and shows great examples. This class was perfect for me!! I learned what I wanted to learn and got even more inspiration than I expected. One of my favorite classes on here so far. Thank you so much :)
Suzanne T.
“What a delightful class! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us! The lessons were very straightforward and I feel like I've learnt new ways to use stitches I already knew. I have plenty of linen scraps left over from embroidery so I'm excited to get started on my pouch!”
Imogen W.
“I loved this class!!! I especially liked how you shared different ways we could use stitching in various ways, on this project and others! The freedom in design and the embracing of unique qualities of handwork made this really special. Thanks for sharing your technique and your gorgeous farm with us through this class!!!”
Kendra O.
“Excellent clear instruction and pacing with good verbal and visual demonstration. Excellent quality and inspiring. ”
Ariel R.
“I loved this class so much that I began to search for more exemple of boro stiching. I also love the vibe of your video, you have a very gentle voice, everything is well explained, I recommend this class to everyone! Thank you very much :)”
Valentine F.
“Casey is engaging and skilled in her art. I can tell she enjoys what she does. I loved the photos of what the pouch should look like at each phase of the project. The courses were easy to understand and the pace kept my attention. Thank you and I look forward to learning how to make other items with the instructor.”
Cris C.