Ciletti, Barbara J
Sashiko
- ISBN 13:
- 9781682770917
- author:
- Ciletti, Barbara J
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Creative Company,US
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 32
- Dimensions:
- 23.9 x 21.3 x 0.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Home & Garden
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The elegant textile art of sashiko is celebrated in this picture book about its origins as a way to strengthen jackets worn by fishermen from Awaji Island.
Discover how the simple running stitch and other techniques were used to create durable garments that could withstand the rigors of daily life at sea.
This beautifully illustrated book showcases the history and beauty of sashiko, a traditional embroidery style with a rich cultural heritage.