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Japanese motifs in stumpwork & goldwork : embroidered designs inspired by Japanese family crests / Jane Nicholas.

by Nicholas, Jane, 1948- author.

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Tunbridge Wells, Kent : Search Press, 2023.

Gold embroidery.

Crests -- Japan -- Miscellanea.

9781782216797 (hardcover) :

1782216790 (hardcover) :

184 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm

The history of Japanese family crests -- Tools and equipment -- Stitch directory -- Techniques -- The projects. Slate butterfly -- Copper butterfly -- Amethyst butterfly -- Gold butterflies -- Pink plum blossom -- Green Japanese ginger plant -- Orange chrysanthemums -- Cherry blossom and ladybird -- Iris and mayfly -- Peony and bumble bee -- Lotus and praying mantis -- Morning glory and grasshopper -- Templates.

"Jane presents 12 designs which showcase her ornate, delicate sculptural forms. The pieces are worked on an assortment of silk Japanese kimono fabrics, and each is accompanied by detailed instructions, stitch diagrams, and sumptuous photography and a full-size traceable outline. At the start of the book there is a fascinating history of Japanese family crests, followed by a stitch directory and a comprehensive techniques section covering the essential methods of working Stumpwork and Goldwork. Illustrated throughout with sumptuous photography and informative diagrams this is a treasure trove of ideas and inspiration for embroiderers and lovers of Japanese culture alike"-- Publisher's description.

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