The Techniques of Japanese Embroidery

by Shuji Tamura

A master embroiderer shows how to create beautiful traditional Japanese embroideries using detailed illustrations and diagrams for more than 50 stitching techniques. Tamura takes readers into the world of "shishu", using a wonderful array of silk and gold threads. 90 color photos.

Genres: Crafts, Japan, Japanese Literature, Reference

128 pages, Paperback

First published March 5, 1998

Reviews

[Carrotkhan · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very informative book and necessary for the art in terms of historical background and explaining technique. Its tragic that its out of print, so if you do any embroidery and happen to find one, snatch it up immediately! If nothing else, you will most likely have a friend who will repay you handsomely.