Boro Patchwork/Sashiko Embroidery Panel : Students will be introduced to two special techniques in this workshop: Boro patchwork and Sashiko stitching. Join Molly Meng for a workshop where you will learn about the traditional Boro patchwork style and the basics of creating your own version of this lovely hand-stitched history. Boro (“scraps” or “rags”) patchwork, once a means for survival of textiles dating back to 17th Century Japan has become an exquisitely appreciated art form that continues as a waste- not-want-not textile gathering. Sashiko (“little stabs”) is a form of Japanese folk embroidery, originally used to reinforce or repair worn fabric, and creates a lovely pattern on your boro patchwork piece. This is a process-oriented workshop, wherein students will develop their work intuitively by choosing fabric colors and textures while we discuss both improvisational and dedicated design concepts to approach their finished piece.