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Modern Boro Clothing: The Real Story Behind Those $300 'Boro-Style' Jeans
Key Takeaway: Fast fashion brands sell machine-distressed "boro clothing" for sometimes hundreds of dollars. These manufactured...
Sep 3, 20258 min read
What Makes Japanese Sashiko Thread Different (And Why It Matters for Your Stitching)
Key Takeaway: Traditional sashiko thread is 2-3x thicker than regular cotton thread with a loose twist that creates the characteristic...
Aug 25, 202510 min read
Visible Mending Techniques: Modern Sashiko Applications
Key Takeaway: Transform clothing repairs into personal creative expression using sashiko-inspired visible mending patterns that add...
Aug 12, 202515 min read
What is Boro? The Complete Guide to Japan's Sustainable Textile Art
Key Takeaway: Boro is a Japanese textile tradition where worn fabrics are mended and reinforced with other fabric scraps, often...
Jul 25, 202512 min read
What is the Difference Between Boro and Sashiko? When to Use Which Japanese Mending Technique
Key Takeaway: Sashiko is the stitching method; boro is the accumulated result. Think of sashiko as the brush and boro as the painting....
Jul 25, 202514 min read
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