Brand

Zakka Workshop

Item weight

0.95 lb

Category

Books

About this item

• Discover the art of kogin, a style of traditional Japanese sashiko embroidery with modern appeal.
• Historically, kogin was used as a pattern darning technique to reinforce threadbare fabric and add warmth to the clothing worn by farmers in the villages of northern Japan.
• With dozens of beautiful and simple geometric patterns, kogin embroidery offers fresh inspiration and authentic technique to proponents of the decorative mending movement.
• Colorful photos offer step-by-step instruction for learning this simple counted thread embroidery technique.
• Beginners will discover how to prepare the thread and fabric, how to read kogin charts, and how to make the basic straight stitches that comprise kogin motifs.
• Once you’ve mastered the basics, try your hand at one of the 25 adorable and easy projects included in the book.
• Featuring bright and modern color schemes, these accessories are designed for contemporary life.
• You’ll find and assortment of pretty brooches, barrettes and hair ties, pouches and coin purses, framed samplers, pincushions, and ornaments, plus potholders, coasters, and placemats for the home.