
Saturday, March 8th | 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
You’ll Learn How To:
● Work with a sashiko needle and thread
● Load the needle with fabric by using the unshin stitching method
● Create Sashiko patterns
● Repurpose fabric scraps into something useful & beautiful
● Mend textiles using the Sashiko stitch method
Focus on the process, not the outcome.
Sashiko embraces the idea of the Japanese term, Wabi Sabi, that sees the beauty in the imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete. Over time you will gain a rhythm that will create better results, but in order to achieve that flow state, you must first let go. This form of stitching can become a meditative state, allowing your mind to wander and bring happiness with each stitch.
About the Artist
Mariah was born and raised in Maine, where she first discovered her love of textiles. Starting at a young age, she collected scraps of fabric from hand-me-down clothing, antique linens, and her mother’s tattered scarf that lay hidden in a box of memories. While collecting these scraps, she didn’t have a plan, she just couldn’t bear to get rid of them. Each piece had its own sentiment and a story she knew she would one day share. A new life for these scraps came to fruition when she discovered a unique form of Korean textile art known as Bojagi. Mariah immediately fell in love with the symbolism inherent to the practice and the peace of mind each stitch brought her. It also resonated with her as a means of connecting to her Korean heritage and practicing sustainability.
She has since expanded her bojagi practice by also incorporating experiments with fabric manipulation, sashiko, and sculpture. Mariah holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design from SCAD. She utilizes her degree to create an elevated visual experience for her workshops and community events.
Find Mariah at:
@bojagiblues
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