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slow stitches
with intricate embroidery and patchwork
It is the beauty of things unconventional
heavyweight
Featuring John Einarsen’s evocative photography and John Dougill’s expert "insider" commentary
Tenugui, Chusen-Zome, Kissho, Yellow with White & Purple Shippou (Seven Treasures) pouch slow stitchesSeven Treasures (Shippou): A design of interconnecting circles, symbolizing bliss and harmony in relations between people. A tenugui is a common household item in Japan. These versatile cloths can be used as anything from washcloths, to headbands, to simply for decoration. These humble cloths date back to the Heian era (794 1192 AD). Worn for summer festivals, kendo practice, and even used as props for storytellers, tenugui are an important part of