Japanese Embroidery from A to Z. Basic Course. More than 50 Techniques and Motifs

An unique edition – a true guide to the world of the most beautiful traditional Japanese embroidery! With this book you: - Will learn everything about traditional types of embroidery popular in Japan, and study the basics of stitches, nuances of composition, and application of each type. - Will learn how to create traditional Japanese designs and develop your own motifs in Japanese style. - Will gain comprehensive knowledge about choosing and using threads, needles, other tools, selecting fabric, creating a design or template, transferring it to the fabric, and final finishing of the work. - Will learn to avoid typical mistakes made by beginners, gain invaluable author's tips, advice, and life hacks. - Will acquire invaluable skills that will allow you to elevate to a new level of embroidery mastery. All projects in the book are created using DMC cotton embroidery floss or easy-to-use twisted silk threads. More than 50 designs: cherry blossoms, plums, chrysanthemums, pine, bamboo, pink sunset, clouds, flowing water, snowflakes, ryegrass, goldfish, and many other compositions! From the simplest monochrome motifs to magnificent compositions!