Description
Joyful Mending shows you how to repair and improve old items of clothing by turning tears and flaws into beautiful features.
Simply by applying a few easy sewing, darning, felting, or crocheting techniques, as well as some sashiko and other favorite embroidery stitches, you can repair your favorite pieces in a transformative way.
Along with her own philosophy of mindfullness and Wabi-Sabi mending, author Noriko Misumi teaches you how to:
The joy to be found in working with your hands and the personal artistry you discover within yourself lie at the heart of this book. While nothing lasts forever, there's pleasure, as well as purpose, in appreciating age and imperfection. Joyful Mending allows you to surround yourself with the things that truly give you joy, whether they were given to you by a loved one, picked up in your travels or simply have a special place in your heart.
About the Author
Noriko Misumi graduated from Tokyo's Musashino University of Art and Design before becoming an author, magazine stylist, window display designer and instructor. She is a frequent contributor to crafting and DIY magazines in her native Japan, helps to organize exhibits and teaches workshops throughout the country.
Reviews
"...a resource as practical as it is whimsical... Misumi visually guides readers through visible and invisible mending techniques that bring new life to well-loved materials...Anyone wishing to preserve and repair their favorite clothes will find plenty of ideas and useful techniques here"-- Library Journal "Starred Review"
"...It's perfect for those of us seeking practical and creative ways to reduce our environmental footprint...If you have an interest in this sort of thing, get a copy of the book to see the numerous examples of clothing restoration. It is inspiring. Your repairs can be as subtle or creative as you like, and it's so satisfying to keep that beloved jean jacket going."-- Empress of Dirt blog
"...Filled with practical mending techniques, both visible and invisible, Noriko approaches every mending project as an opportunity for creative expression...this book has the classic minimalist 'zakka' aesthetic that we've all come to love about Japanese craft books. Overall, Joyful Mending is a lovely read. It's full of practical instructions and lots of creative ideas to approach your next mending project with a touch of whimsy." -- My Poppet Makes blog
Book Information
ISBN 9784805315743
Author Noriko Misumi
Format Paperback
Page Count 88
Imprint Tuttle Publishing
Publisher Tuttle Publishing
Weight(grams) 397g
Simply by applying a few easy sewing, darning, felting, or crocheting techniques, as well as some sashiko and other favorite embroidery stitches, you can repair your favorite pieces in a transformative way.
Along with her own philosophy of mindfullness and Wabi-Sabi mending, author Noriko Misumi teaches you how to:
- Repair any kind of fabric that is torn, ripped or stained-whether knitted or woven
- Work with damaged flat or curved surfaces to make them aesthetically pleasing again
- Create repairs that blend in, as well as bold or whimsical visible repairs
- Darn your handmade or expensive gloves, sweaters and socks to make them look great again
The joy to be found in working with your hands and the personal artistry you discover within yourself lie at the heart of this book. While nothing lasts forever, there's pleasure, as well as purpose, in appreciating age and imperfection. Joyful Mending allows you to surround yourself with the things that truly give you joy, whether they were given to you by a loved one, picked up in your travels or simply have a special place in your heart.
About the Author
Noriko Misumi graduated from Tokyo's Musashino University of Art and Design before becoming an author, magazine stylist, window display designer and instructor. She is a frequent contributor to crafting and DIY magazines in her native Japan, helps to organize exhibits and teaches workshops throughout the country.
Reviews
"...a resource as practical as it is whimsical... Misumi visually guides readers through visible and invisible mending techniques that bring new life to well-loved materials...Anyone wishing to preserve and repair their favorite clothes will find plenty of ideas and useful techniques here"-- Library Journal "Starred Review"
"...It's perfect for those of us seeking practical and creative ways to reduce our environmental footprint...If you have an interest in this sort of thing, get a copy of the book to see the numerous examples of clothing restoration. It is inspiring. Your repairs can be as subtle or creative as you like, and it's so satisfying to keep that beloved jean jacket going."-- Empress of Dirt blog
"...Filled with practical mending techniques, both visible and invisible, Noriko approaches every mending project as an opportunity for creative expression...this book has the classic minimalist 'zakka' aesthetic that we've all come to love about Japanese craft books. Overall, Joyful Mending is a lovely read. It's full of practical instructions and lots of creative ideas to approach your next mending project with a touch of whimsy." -- My Poppet Makes blog
Book Information
ISBN 9784805315743
Author Noriko Misumi
Format Paperback
Page Count 88
Imprint Tuttle Publishing
Publisher Tuttle Publishing
Weight(grams) 397g
