Traditional Japanese Embroidery with Alphabet Patterns - Japanese Craft Book

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Paperback: 104 pages
Publisher: Sekai (2026)
Language: Japanese
Book Weight: 400 Grams
This book introduces the first alphabet embroidery patterns created with the techniques of Japanese embroidery artists and stitched with silk thread. The designs include block letters decorated with flowers, plants, and animals, as well as cursive letters and small decorative motifs.

Featuring alphabet patterns designed by Shizuka Kusano and Aya, this book carefully explains the basic techniques of Japanese embroidery with clear illustrations. It is filled with ideas for adding Japanese embroidery not only to kimono and obi, but also to everyday clothing and accessories. Instructions are also included for turning the motifs into appliqués, brooches, and charms.

Shizuka Kusano, who has presented many works of Japanese embroidery in Japan and abroad for more than half a century, created these charming alphabet designs together with Aya from her atelier. The book offers lovely patterns that are easy to incorporate into modern life, including uppercase and lowercase block letters, cursive letters, floral and animal motifs, and small decorative designs. With step-by-step illustrated explanations of basic Japanese embroidery stitches, it is also perfect for beginners.

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