Japanese sashiko embroidery of yesteryear and today drac

This book explains the technique of Japanese sashiko embroidery, which combines traditional and modern designs. The motifs used in this type of embroidery are very varied, often with geometric or vegetal forms, and are closely linked to the history of Japan and its traditions. Here we discover new motifs, with the utmost respect for Japanese tradition, and also a more contemporary side, with colored threads and printed fabrics. The different ancient techniques are reviewed, based on the long history of sashiko, explained step by step, to make updated needlework easy and fun to do. It includes more than 50 motifs to embroider in straight or curved lines, geometric borders or figurative patterns inspired by the plant and animal world. It contains 18 projects with their patterns, which integrate classic designs into modern accessories: bags, purses, toiletry bags, etc. 120 pages. THIS ARTICLE IS NON-RETURNABLE AND NON-EXCHANGEABLE.