Japanese paper embroidery
By: Atsumi, Minako Chiba & Mari Kamio
Contributors: Chiba, Minako, 1972- author; Kamio, Mari, author
Published: 2015
Language: eng
Number of pages: 119
ISBN-13: 9781782212485
Subjects: Patterns; Paper work; Embroidery
Work titles: Kamishishū no tanoshibi
Description: "Embroidery on paper is a traditional and well-loved craft, here artfully translated into beautiful and understated Japanese designs by Atsumi, Minako Chiba and Mari Kamio. These three talented Japanese crafters have created a range of delightful paper projects that are modern, stylish and fun to make. Each project is accompanied by a full-size template and notes on how to embroider the design, and there are clear and detailed instructions on the materials and tools you require; the essential technique of embroidering on paper; and eleven basic embroidery stitches that can be used individually or in combination to create all of the exquisite designs in the book. Choose from a range of ideas that includes drawing, writing and more creative projects, including paper clocks, notebooks, envelopes, decorations, book marks and cards for all occasions. Suitable for those new to paper embroidery as well as more experienced crafters, this book will excite and inspire anyone with a love of Japanese style and clean, simple design."--
Notes: English translation by Burravoe Translation Services.
Table of contents: title: Drawing with paper embroidery; title: Writing with paper embroidery; title: Creating with paper embroidery; title: The foundations of paper embroidery; title: Templates.