2009 January : Custom Handmade Jewelry with Rose Cut Diamonds

Archive for January, 2009

Japanese Craft Book Review-Embroidery Design Note

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Jan.13,2009

Embroidery Design Note

ISBN 978-4-277-31167-0

Yen1500

Another great book by Kazuko Aoki. There are some great projects in this book that are not in the others, such as an alphabet done with straw colored threads and a tiny robin with its nest! The pictures are clear and colorful. I wish I could read Japanese because I have note been able to find a material that re-creates that wonderful grassy patch that she bases her embroidery on, as in Tiny Garden. If anyone has a clue please let me know!!

Link to Amazon Japan: Embroidery Design Note

Tags : craft book, embroidery, Japan, japanese craft book, Kazuko Aoki, Tiny Garden

Japanese Craft Book Review- Cotton Time Issue 75

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Jan.10,2009

Cotton Time

Reference Number 4910138231176 00838

Yen 880

I ordered this book once I saw the cover. The advent calendar was a project I wanted to try to make. This magazine was published in November and has a lot of Christmas related projects but there are a ton of other little projects and lots of inspiration in this magazine. This is one reason why I admire Japanese culture. Everything is so visual and appealing. I do not find North American magazines enjoyable to look through as much as Japanese magazines even though I cannot read anything! My collection is timeless and I hope to pass it down to my kids if they ever find an interest in crafts.

Note: Unfortunately this is no longer published. You will need to find a reputable seller on eBay or Etsy to find this issue for you.

Link to Amazon Japan: N/A
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Tags : advent calendar, cotton time, cotton time 75, craft book, Japan, japanese craft books

Japanese Craft Book Review-Needle Felt Wool Sweets

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Jan.7,2009

Needle Felt Wool Sweets

ISBN978-4-529-04415-8

Yen 1000

I always feel so inspired to try out projects from this book but currently do not have the supplies to do so. I love the way the artist arranges the small felt fruits on top on the cake bases to give the project a realistic look. Another great craft book with beautiful pictures, clear instructions and a reference to products that can be purchased on Japanese websites.

Note: Japanese site to buy felt goods from Shugeiya

Link to Amazon Japan:

Neele Felt Wool Sweets

Tags : cakes, craft book, felt, Japanese, japanese craft book, needle felt, wool

Japanese Craft Book Review-Wool Felt Goods

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Jan.6,2009

Happy New Year to Everyone! I apologize for not updating my blog for so long. I am back to finishing up my reviews on Japanese Craft books.

Wool Felt Goods

ISBN978-4-8347-2743-2

Yen1000

This is a very cute and informative book on felting. The pictures in this book are great and the projects are inspiring. Even for a complete felt beginner like me the few picture tutorials in this book are great to get started. The rest of the projects can easily be figured out by following the basic steps, such as wet felting some roving into a sheet.

Note: There is a great website listed on the back of this book from which you can order supplies. It is a Japanese site though, so you will need someone to help you out with the order! Otherwise, Superbuzzy has some Japanese felt supplies.

Link to Amazon Japan:

Wool Felt Goods