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Korean Patchwork Quilting

37 Modern Bojagi Style Projects
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In Korean Patchwork Quilting, Choi Yangsook explores the rich cultural heritage of Korean quilting, showcasing traditional techniques and designs. The book delves into the unique artistry of patchwork quilting, known as pojagi, offering insights into its historical and cultural significance. With beautiful illustrations and practical guidance, it serves as an inspiring resource for both novice and experienced quilters, celebrating the intricate beauty of this traditional craft.
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You might enjoy this beautifully crafted guide if you have an interest in Asian textile arts or are looking to explore the intricate and colourful world of traditional Korean quilting techniques. The book provides insightful cultural context and step-by-step instructions, making it appealing for both beginners and experienced quilters eager to expand their skill set.

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A book that will make you see and savour fabric in a whole new way.

Tuttle Publishing

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A book that will make you see and savour fabric in a whole new way.

From its origins as wrapping cloths made from scraps of fabric to its place in contemporary textile art, Bojagi—the traditional art of Korean patchwork—is a wonderfully versatile mode of expression that can transform a room or a wardrobe with light and colour. Written by a master teacher, Korean Patchwork Quilting takes you step-by-step through the art of assembling bits of fabric by means of invisible seams to create lovely contemporary pieces for your home and your life.

Projects in this book include:

  • Hangings for walls and windows
  • Table runners and table cloths
  • Bags and pouches
  • Zakka accessories
  • Quirky jewellery
  • And more!

Lessons, diagrams and templates, along with a few simple knotting and embroidery techniques, present a wide range of projects so that novices can try their hand and more experienced quilters can enjoy a satisfying challenge. The gorgeous photos in this book will inspire quilters all around the world to create their own unique designs.

With detailed instructions and step-by-step tutorial-style photographs, these patterns will appeal to those just learning as well as those honing an existing skill set. Readers will learn not only a variety of effects and uses for different forms of bojagi, but also multiple ways of seaming and other techniques that will serve them in other projects. Extremely detailed diagrams are included for each project, and measurements are provided in both metric and imperial. The level of detail included is exceptional, and readers willing to dive into that detail will appreciate learning from an expert artisan. Booklist

Choi, an embroidery teacher and artist, introduces the Korean art of bojagi in this beautiful and practical volume. Crafters up for a new challenge will find this hits the spot. Publishers Weekly

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Korean Patchwork Quilting by Choi Yangsook is praised for its exploration of the art of bojagi. Reviewers appreciate its appeal to both beginners and experienced crafters, noting the detailed instructions and the opportunity to learn from an expert artisan.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780804852814

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Tuttle Publishing

Illustration: 37 projects; color photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 539g

Pages: 112

About the Author

Choi Yangsook is a master instructor in Bojagi piecework, Korean embroidery and the culture behind Korean textile arts. Her work has been featured in exhibitions around the world for more than twenty years. In 1995, she created Karamusi Studio, a guide to workshops, literature, materials and exhibitions on Korean quilting and embroidery arts. (karamusi.co.jp)

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