Caro Ramsey, fiber art. I am influenced by Japanese textile techniques and my love of the Cosmos. I interpretate these themes in my work.

Sashiko and Japanese Boro, hand-embroidered with cotton yarn on natural fabric - linen. Unique, full of charm, inspired by Japanese aesthetics. This beautifully decorated piece of fabric can be used in your work to decorate them. Size: Width approx. 13.5 cm /5.31 in. height approx. 13.5 cm/5.31 in. Wheel diameter approx. 5.2 cm /2.04 in. The linen fabric used, does not have a perfect surface. This is not its defect. My works are done in rooms free from tobacco smoke. Please note that actual…

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An Antique Japanese Textile: A Heavily Patched Indigo Boro futon — Orime

Outstanding Boro Patchwork Indigo Cotton Futon Cover With Extensive Sashiko Stitching. Nice variety of textiles. Superb example of Japanese Folk Textile Boro Art Age Late 1800s to Early 1900s From Mt. Fuji area Fabric 100% Cotton Homespun, Hand Loomed. Size 3.9 X 5.2 feet 120 X 160 cm Mostly double layered fabrics. Heavy Weight Strong, soft fabric 2.3 lbs, 1047 g

Japanese boro is a traditional patchwork textile that transcends the simple act of mending. But what makes it so captivating?

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…

A centuries-old patchwork technique from Aomori is finding new international audiences thanks to the dedication of a life-long collector, Chuzaburo Tanaka. boro Something Boro, Something BlueCollecting Japanese Folk TextilesA centuries-old patchwork technique from Aomori is finding new international audiences thanks to the dedication of a life-long collector, Chuzaburo Tanaka.