The long summer days in the Pacific NorthwestAn exhibition that I co-curated with Miran Lee is currently on view at the Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum. Six artists from California and Japan share their own interpretations of bojagi: April Oh, Caitlin Parker, DongKyu Kim, Miran Lee, Yoko Kubota, and me. Miran, Yoko, and I met at the Seattle-Tacoma airport and drove to La Conner. During our stay in La Conner, we taught two workshops, and I gave a talk about bojagi. I usually travel alone, but this time having two fellow textile artists with me made me feel both comfortable and confident. It was wonderful to see people I had met at previous events, and I also had the pleasure of meeting so many new faces. Thank you to everyone who came! Miran, Yoko, and I enjoyed exploring the area and learned that Skagit County is well known for its tulip industry. We were surprised to hear that many tulips grown there are even exported to the Netherlands. After each day's schedule, we wandered through downtown, visiting galleries and beautiful local shops. Using a mix of English, Japanese, and Korean, we shared stories, laughter, and many meaningful moments. My bojagi journey has brought me countless opportunities to meet remarkable people from around the world. I treasure these connections and feel truly fortunate that our paths have crossed. It’s been a joy to present the beautiful work created by these talented artists and to celebrate the many ways bojagi continues to inspire contemporary textile art. If you're in the Pacific Northwest, I hope you'll have a chance to visit. The exhibition will be on view through August 23, 2026. In July, I'm heading to the East Coast to teach at the Slow Stitching Retreat organized by my dear friend, Sam. It's always a joy to share my passion for bojagi, but I'm equally looking forward to spending time with a wonderful group of like-minded people. These gatherings are always filled with inspiration, creativity, and meaningful connections. I hope you're having a fun, relaxing, and creative summer. Happy stitching!
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