Join artist Arounna Khounnoraj of Bookhou for an introduction to hand-sewn flat-felled seamwork inspired by Korean bojagi traditions. You’ll learn how to patch and piece fabrics together using this contemplative technique, historically used for wrapping cloths and now adapted for scarves, wall hangings, and other textiles.
Over the course of the workshop, you’ll create a small panel that can later be transformed into a pillow cover, scarf, or displayed as wall art. No prior experience is necessary, but comfort with hand sewing is recommended.
Whether you’re new to textile arts or a seasoned maker, this workshop offers a welcoming environment to explore sustainable craft, learn versatile techniques, and experience the joy of creating something truly handmade for the home.
This project has been inspired by Arounna’s most recent book, The Handmade Home, filled with 21 beautiful and practical projects that transform everyday materials into modern homewares. Books are available for purchase here.
Date + Time
Thursday, February 5th, 2026 12 – 2:30 pm ET
Location
Zoom, access link will be sent out the day before class.
Recording
Class will be recorded. A link to the recording will be emailed to all registrants following the live session and available for one month.
Class Materials
A selection of quilting-weight solids and prints (or shirting material if using linen); Kona cotton recommended
No. 5 embroidery needle
Hand sewing thread – Wonderfil Spagetti thread recommended, No. 12 perle cotton or top-stitching thread also suitable
Scissors/snips
Clear ruler
Water-soluble marker
Seam roller (optional)
Cost
$75
Our Teacher
Arounna Khounnoraj is a Canadian artist and maker working in Toronto where she immigrated with her family from Laos at the age of four. While her education includes a master’s degree in fine arts in sculpture and ceramics, it was through subsequent residencies that she found her current focus in fibre arts. In 2002 she started bookhou, a multi-disciplinary studio with her husband John Booth, where Arounna explores screen printing and a variety of textile techniques such as embroidery and punch needle. She creates objects such as bags, home goods and textile art.
Arounna has explored a wide range of techniques, methods, and materials that express a passion for everyday creativity and the importance of the handmade in everyone’s life. Her work emphasizes slow design, intuitive thinking, and the importance of handwork. She teaches workshops on a variety of fibre arts and crafts, both in Canada and internationally. She also collaborates with magazines, blogs, and artists in creating social media and DIY projects. Arounna has previously published Punch Needle, (2019) and Visible Mending (2020), and Embroidery (2022).