Description
Gurafikkusha, Tokyo [Published Date: 2010]. Softcover, 93 pp ; 24 cm. Text in Japanese.
Rare, out-of-print & unusual books · Since 1997
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Condition & notes
In very good condition. Pictorial paper covers have light bumping to edges and corners and light overall scuffing. Binding tight. Pages clean and unmarked. A Japanese-language guide and inspiration book devoted to the beauty and creative possibilities of linen. Explores the charm and history of linen, its role in home interiors, and its expression through table and kitchen linens, bath and bed linens, lacework, monogram embroidery, and decorative crafts. Includes detailed project instructions, patterns, and photographic examples for handmade linen creations such as embroidered motifs, applique corsages, slippers, and decorative household textiles. [Contents (translated): Knowing linen - the charm of linen; the long-loved linen of everyday life; linen for special occasions and celebrations; types of linen and their characteristics; handmade linen. Enjoying and using linen - bed linen (petti point; romantic embroidery bed linen; sweet accent accessories), bath linen (pure-colored bath linens; linens that make you feel comfortable and refreshed), table & kitchen linen (floral table & kitchen linens; table settings for flowers and seasonal arrangements; vintage tablecloths and runners; bags made from linen). Pleasures spread from linen - various uses of linen in daily life; linen accessories for enjoying the seasons; making bags from linen. Touring the linen of the world and Japan - African linen at the Victoria and Albert Museum; French linen at the Musee des Arts Decoratifs; Japanese linen at the Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft; traditional linen of Europe and Japan. Handmade linen - table runner; Scandinavian-style embroidery linen; monogram embroidery linen; linen with poodle embroidery; Swedish embroidery linen; rough corsage made from interior fabric; Kashmira room shoes with felt flowers; bag with linen appliqué flowers; notes on materials and tools; author profile; acknowledgements.