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Zakka Embroidery

Simple One- and Two-Color Embroidery Motifs and Small Crafts
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In Zakka Embroidery by Yumiko Higuchi, readers are introduced to an enchanting world of Japanese embroidery. The book showcases delightful and simple embroidery projects, blending traditional techniques with modern aesthetics. Filled with step-by-step instructions and inspiring designs, it encourages readers to infuse everyday items with beautiful, personal motifs.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate the delicate art of embroidery combined with a minimalist aesthetic. It offers a delightful mix of simple yet beautiful designs that can transform everyday items into charming fabric creations. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned crafters, this book presents inspiring projects inspired by the Japanese sense of beauty and practicality.

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Contemporary embroidery motifs paired with a simple approach - using just one or two colours per design. The result is an easy and elegant way to start stitching.

Embrace a simpler approach to stitching with bold one- and two-colour embroidery motifs.

Zakka Embroidery presents designs that are an elegant blend of Japanese and Scandinavian style. The motifs and patterns are spare and graphic, yet softened with organic shapes and imagery drawn from nature. The result is embroidery that evokes a personal feel and conjures a sense of nostalgia.

The task of picking just the right palette for an embroidery project can be overwhelming to beginners and experienced stitchers alike. But when you take away that challenge, a whole world of texture and style becomes available. Here, Japanese designer Yumiko Higuchi presents embroidery motifs to be stitched using just one or two colours - creating patterns and designs that are more evocative for their form than for a play of colours. Each embroidery design is paired with a simple craft project, transforming the stitched fabric into a functional object, including pouches, pillows, aprons, and more.

With beautiful photographs, clear step-by-step instructions, and detailed diagrams, Zakka Embroidery will be an inspiring guide for those new to embroidery and a delightful experience for those experienced with needle and thread.

Series: Make Good: Japanese Craft Style

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  • Zakka Embroidery
    Contemporary embroidery motifs paired with a simple approach - using just one or two colours per design. The result is an easy and elegant way to start stitching. Embrace a simpler approach to stitching with bold one- and two-colour embroidery motifs. Zakka Embroidery presents designs that are an elegant blend of Japanese and Scandinavian style. The motifs and patterns are...
    Paperback
    $4500
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781611803105

Publisher: Shambhala Publications Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 October 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 212.0mm

Height: 150.0mm

Weight: 380g

Pages: 192

About the Author

YUMIKO HIGUCHI studied design at Tama Art University. In 2000 she started work as a handbag designer and began exploring embroidery in 2008.

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