Introductory Bojagi with Youngmin Lee Spring 2025

Bojagi are traditional Korean wrapping cloths. They were used to wrap, cover, carry, or store objects in daily life, on special occasions, and in religious rituals. Koreans believe that bojagi can not only wrap an object but can also enclose bok (福, 복, good fortune or happiness). The act of making bojagi also carries wishes for the well-being and happiness of its recipients. The labor of love and the good wishes felt while making the bojagi imbue the item with the affectionate energy of the maker.

Jogakbo, patchwork bojagi, embodies the philosophy of recycling, as the wrapping cloths are made from remnants of leftover fabric. Jogak means a small piece’ in Korean. There are many types of jogakbo, defined by the materials used, size, construction, and design.

Using Korean traditional stitch and seam techniques, Youngmin will teach basic jogakbo construction in this workshop. Bojagi construction involves hand stitching, which can be very relaxing. While working on your bojagi, wish for the happiness and well-being of the recipient of your finished bojagi. 

Workshop Session 1: Saturday, May 17, 2025: 12:00 -2:00 pm ET (convert timezone)

Moderated Meetup: Wednesday, May 21, 2025: 7:00-8:00 pm ET (convert timezone)

Workshop Session 2: Saturday, May 24, 2025: 12:00 -2:00 pm ET (convert timezone)

All sessions will be held via Zoom Meetings and Saturday sessions will recorded. Video recordings will be available the same day of each session and are accessible to participants through the end of 2025.