Boro/Sashiko Inspired Small Envelope Cushion Cover (4)

The concept for this small rectangular envelope cushion cover comes from Japanese Boro work.  Boro was originally a method of repairing or reworking textiles, often by piecing, patching and stitching and it was a way of prolonging the life of a garment.  The patches would be stitched with Sashiko running stitches often in cream thread.

Today Boro and Sashiko are often regarded as an art form and the inspiration for this cushion came from seeing some beautiful pieces of Boro work and Sashiko.

The creation of this cushion cover was labour intensive with many hours of hand stitching (or slow sewing).   I used a combination of linen and 100% cotton.  There is a button fastening on the back of the cushion cover.

The cushion cover is fully lined. 

The approximate measurements of the cushion cover are:  19" x 11" or 48 cms x 28 cms.

Cushion pad not included.

There are other Boro Inspired cushions available, which are listed separately.