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Bestselling author Kumiko Sudo creates 45 exquisite handmade gifts in fabric, each with a flair that is uniquely Japanese. Easy-to-follow patterns, beautiful photographs, and colorful step-by-step drawings help the projects come together quickly - many in less than an hour. Whether they are created in kimono silks or in contemporary cottons, these tiny boxes, purses, decorative toys, incense pouches, and good luck charms all make delightful gifts.
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Before moving to the United States in 1985, Kumiko Sudo was known by quilters throughout Japan for her books and as a crafts expert on television. Sudo's work is in several prestigious public and private collections throughout the United States, including the Museum of American Folk Art in New York City.
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For thousands of years, omiyage, or the giving of gifts, has been an important part of life in Japan. Read the first page
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For thousands of years, omiyage, or the giving of gifts, has been an important part of life in Japan. Read the first page
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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I really love this book. Beautifully illustrated. Patterns & step by step instructions all the way. Even how to do a class about these lovely things - starting with easy techniques & progressing to the more intricate ones. Looks pricey but money well spent!
44 of 45 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The book contains many different small projects for beautiful little gifts. They are all fine examples of Japanese attention to beauty and detail. The introduction chapter is very interesting and educational about Japanese customs and celebrations. The instructions for the different projects are very good and easy to follow. I will certainly make a whole garden of little flower pouches.
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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"A gift made from fabric is the most intimate I can give. It is made with the hands, but the good wishes it carries come only from the heart."
This beautiful thought is apparent throughout this lovely book. The items to be made are uniquely Japanese and you'll either love them or hate them. The techniques and instructions for making all the items cannot be faulted, and you're sure to find a way to use some of the fabrics you have (many items are small enough to use your scraps on). I love the pincushion - a half-tennis ball size mound with a couple of little "dolls" holding onto a knotted cord and leaning into the centre towards each other - you have to see it! Really, as with all Kumiko Sudo's books - delightfully unusual gifts.
This beautiful thought is apparent throughout this lovely book. The items to be made are uniquely Japanese and you'll either love them or hate them. The techniques and instructions for making all the items cannot be faulted, and you're sure to find a way to use some of the fabrics you have (many items are small enough to use your scraps on). I love the pincushion - a half-tennis ball size mound with a couple of little "dolls" holding onto a knotted cord and leaning into the centre towards each other - you have to see it! Really, as with all Kumiko Sudo's books - delightfully unusual gifts.
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Omiyage
This book is amazing!! When I received it and opened the first few pages I was so excited I couldn't wait to have a go at one of the projects. Read more
Published 8 months ago by babe
Fun with Japanese folding
Beautifully presented book with lots of ideas. Many craftspeople could make use of this book. I bought it for textile use.
Published 16 months ago by Mrs. Hazel E. Jordan
Beautiful book
Craft books can often be disappointing but I really like this one. Lots of different and very cute projects, I'm spoiled for choice as to where to start!
Published 17 months ago by F. M. Douglas
A must for the fabric crafters book shelf!
I found this book delightful. It is full of useful information from the origins of the giving of gifts (omiyage)to the detailed instuctions for the making of them. Read more
Published 19 months ago by D. Forsyth
great projects simple to do especially for children
This book is a great idea for putting all sizes of presents and then as a keepsake. My grandchildren aged 6 and 8 years had never done any sewing at all and completed the projects... Read more
Published on 11 Mar 2010 by C. Vellacott
Omiyage: handmade gifts from fabric
A wonderful exciting book on the subject of giving small gifts
Easy to understand patterns and clear instructions
Easy to understand patterns and clear instructions
Published on 7 Nov 2009 by Mrs. S. M. Sutton
Perfect for that unusual gift
This is a superb book for any crafter looking for something beyond the usual cardmaking - the easy to follow instructions make it ideal for both the beginner and those that have... Read more
Published on 26 Feb 2009 by fergilan
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