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May 1, 2007
Gocco Printing Tutorial for New PG5 Model
Liz at Felt Cafe has her own photo how-to print with Gocco with the new orange pg5 model that replaces the old b6 light blue model. Link.
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May 1, 2007 07:34 AM
Japanese Crafts, Printing |
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April 22, 2007
Simple Origami Paper Light Box
DIY Photography has a cheap solution on how to make a photography light box that utilizes simple origami paper folding and large pieces of paper. The photo of the object looks great. Link.
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Apr 22, 2007 07:12 AM
Digital Design and Photography, Japanese Crafts, Paper Crafts |
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April 13, 2007
Japanese Bookbinding Techniques
This site is a great resource for the history and techniques of Japanese bookbinding. This sewn style above is called Kikko Toji which is also a technique you can use to repair old books. [ via ] Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Apr 13, 2007 12:15 PM
Japanese Crafts, Paper Crafts |
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April 9, 2007
Shibori Felting
Catching up on the blog reads this morning I came across Shibori Felting from Betz White who taught a workshop this weekend. Shibori is the art of Japanese tye-dying and this felting technique uses the same idea of tying to create felted beauty. It looks like a fun way to take your felting projects further too. Check out more from Betz's recent workshop. Link.
Here's more Shibori Felting projects and information:
I love this close up shot from sixandahalfstitches' tutorial on Whip Up. - Link.
Knitty's pattern on how to make a Shibori felted scarf adorned with flowers. - Link.
A Shibori felted scarf tutoria by Betz White. This one is made from an old sweater sleeve. - Link.
Just Jussi has more techniques on how to make a Shibori felted scarf. - Link.
A soft felted version of the Shibori felted scarf by CraftyPeople. - Link.
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Apr 9, 2007 11:13 AM
Felting, Japanese Crafts |
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March 30, 2007
Zakka Bag
I posted up the Zakka Pouch tutorial earlier this week here and now here's another great one to add to the list from Black Dog Designs. Link.
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Mar 30, 2007 03:45 PM
Japanese Crafts, Knitting, Sewing |
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March 27, 2007
Zakka Pouch Tutorial
I always loved the Japanese Zakka pouches featured in the Japanese craft magazines. Here, Black Dog Designs has a tutorial on how to make one yourself with either a knitted base or basket. [ via ] Link.
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Mar 27, 2007 10:06 AM
Japanese Crafts, Knitting, Sewing |
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March 22, 2007
HOW TO - Make a Japanese Papercraft Box
Lenore of Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories shows you how to make an elegant Japanese Paper Box.
Lenore writes:
Kits for Japanese boxes like these are often given in Japan as gifts to foreign vistors. Here in the states, you can sometimes find the kits in stationery stores starting at about $6. Alternately, you can make one yourself-- no kit required.Check out the Japanese box tutorial here - Link.
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Mar 22, 2007 12:21 PM
Japanese Crafts, Paper Crafts |
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Japanese Belly Warmer - Haramaki Tutorial
June at PlanetJune got inspired from my post about the Japanese belly warmers and decided to make her own. Using t-shirt fabric June made her haramki and has posted this great tutorial to share. Thanks June, it looks fantastic! Link.
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Mar 22, 2007 08:05 AM
Japanese Crafts, Sewing |
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March 19, 2007
Japanese Grannies? Knit Belly Warmers
Speaking of grannies, here's the Japanese version gone hip again as these belly warmers take to the Tokyo streets according to Ping mag. It looks like a great easy to make fashion statement that you can knit up in no time. [ via ] Link.
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Mar 19, 2007 04:05 PM
Japanese Crafts, Knitting |
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Otedama - Japanese Juggling Game/Beanbags
Yes even juggling gets crafty! Diane at CraftyPod writes, "Otedama is a Japanese juggling game, and the name also refers to these wonderful handmade Japanese juggling beanbags. The're made from fabric or crochet, and filled with various things -- beans, gravel, rice, etc." Link.
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Mar 19, 2007 01:10 PM
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March 5, 2007
Girl's Day in Japan
Saturday March 3rd was Girl's Day in Japan, or "Hina-matsuri" to wish girls a healthy growth. I've only just heard about it this year and it sounds amazing! Pictured above is My Little Mochi's recap of the celebration in her household. I also love Ping Mag's historical on how-to dress a traditional Japanese doll for Girls' Day which includes lots of photos and more history on the celebration. Link.
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Mar 5, 2007 02:10 PM
Japanese Crafts |
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March 1, 2007
Japanese Crochet Kits
Look how cute this crochet house is! The Purl Bee has links up to their store where you can purchase these Japanese crochet kits. Choose from this cute house, a smiling mouse, or flower bouquet. Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Mar 1, 2007 05:35 PM
Bazaar, Crochet, Japanese Crafts |
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February 22, 2007
Wool Owls
Moonstitches shows off her cute wool owls made from a pattern from a Japanese craft book, Chirimen Crepe (ISBN#: 4-529-03967-6). They are just adorable alll together in their little box tray. [ via ] Link.
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Feb 22, 2007 02:38 PM
Japanese Crafts, Sewing |
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February 15, 2007
Decole Sewing Kit
I love the Japanese line Decole and now Fred Flare is carrying a few of their goods. Get yourself this cute wooden box sewing kit which comes with scissors, thread, measuring tape, pins, needles, mushroom shaped pin cushion and more! Link.
Related:
Delicious Decole Flickr Group - Link.
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Feb 15, 2007 04:36 PM
Bazaar, Japanese Crafts, Sewing |
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February 14, 2007
HOW TO - Make an Origami Valentine (Video)
Here's another paper craft you can make for Valentine's day from The Peace of Paper. Make an Origami Valentine with this helpful video tutorial. Link.
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Feb 14, 2007 03:29 PM
Holiday projects, Japanese Crafts, Paper Crafts |
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