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making kimono and japanese clothes
any dressmaker quilter or embroiderer who has ever felt inspired by the elegant design of japanese clothes will find everything needed to start stitching in this comprehensive and luxurious sourcebook . in addition to colorful photos and illustrations that provide a history of the kimono and other japanese garments there are patterns practical diagrams and instructions for assembly . each style receives loving attention with something for everyone kimonos for men women and children ; mompe the traditional trousers worn by both sexes ; the short versions of kimono known as hippari and jimbei ; and waistcoats including a childs chan chanko . the information on decorative stitching adding motifs dying the fabric silk painting and the japanese sense of aesthetics provide invaluable guidance in constructing the final piece .
paperback b.t. batsford 2008 isbn13 9781906388157 isbn10 1906388156
abridged n isbn 13 9781906388157 number in series 1 number of pages 128 publisher sterling pub co inc release date 62135769600000