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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. Colourful 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 colour schemes, these accessories are designed for contemporary life. You'll find an assortment of pretty brooches, barrettes and hair ties, pouches and coin purses, framed samplers, pincushions, and ornaments, plus potholders, coasters, and place mats for the home. Once you start stitching, we guarantee you won't be able to stop!Product Identifiers
PublisherSearch Press LTD
ISBN-139781782218944
eBay Product ID (ePID)16046571841
Product Key Features
Book TitleModern Kogin: Simple & Stylish Sashiko Embroidery Projects
AuthorBoutique-Sha
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
TopicCrafts
Publication Year2020
Dimensions
Item Height260mm
Item Width210mm
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorBoutique-Sha
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom