Author:
Masako Wakayama
Translator:
Yuhui Hong
Publisher:
Yashu Tang
Publication Date:
September 12, 2016
Language:
Traditional Chinese
Book Description:
Masako Wakayama × 45 Adorable Country-Style Patchwork Creations
Rediscover the Joy of Handmade Crafting with Red, White, and Blue!
This book features American country-style works centered around the themes of red, white, and blue. The highly popular teacher Masako Wakayama presents her latest work!
It includes 45 distinctive patchwork creations by the renowned Japanese patchwork artist Masako Wakayama. Upholding the philosophy of "free and spontaneous patchwork," she uses lively color combinations, patterns, and bag designs to create her unique "Wakayama style" country-style crafts.
The book showcases a variety of adorable patchwork small bags, fabric crafts, home wall decorations, practical patchwork bags, and portable sewing accessories.
Wakayama-sensei’s eye-catching and interesting floral, house, and landscape patterns capture her sweetest memories. For her, creating these works is also a way to record her life. Fans of patchwork can find many creative ideas within her designs!
The book includes templates, detailed instructions, and project tutorials. Wakayama-sensei thoughtfully adds key sewing tips, basic patchwork techniques, corner fabric joining, appliqué methods, and Russian embroidery demonstrations, making it easy for beginners to follow along and create.
Grab your favorite needles, threads, and fabrics, and enjoy a poetic sewing life with Masako Wakayama. Immerse yourself in the happiness of the patchwork world!
Author Introduction:
Masako Wakayama began her patchwork shop and classroom, "Crib Quilt," in 1987.
Her country-style works based on red, white, and blue are very popular. She passionately advocates for "free and spontaneous patchwork" and is an active international instructor. She has authored books such as "A Spontaneous Patchwork Life" (NHK Publishing) and others, and has appeared on Tokyo TV's "Solomon Style."
Table of Contents:
- Daily Carry Bags & Small Items…4
- Beloved Small Bags for All Generations…28
- Unique Personal Stationery…32
- Free and Spontaneous Patchwork!
- Handy Sewing Tools!…34
- Making Cute Items with Patterned Fabrics…42
- Comfortable Cushions for Living Spaces…44
- Heartfelt Wall Decorations…46
- Patchwork Tools…54
- Sewing Tips and Techniques
- Patchwork Construction…55
- Joining Square Fabrics…55
- Making a Small Wooden House with Paper Templates…56
- Appliqué Stitching with Fusible Web…57
- Multi-fabric Patchwork with Appliqué…58
- Russian Embroidery…60
- Patchwork Basics…62
- Techniques…64
Preface:
As a child, I unexpectedly encountered an antique patchwork piece. I fell in love at first sight and tried to imitate it by following the pattern. Several years later, I learned that this was called "patchwork." I even asked friends to send me patchwork books and magazines from the U.S. to study and experiment. To this day, I often recall that passionate and joyful feeling when sewing.
In my busy daily life, I love holding my favorite fabrics and enjoying the meditative process of moving the needle and creating.
Patchwork is more than just sewing fabrics together; it’s an invaluable treasure that connects every moment. Whether it’s small everyday happiness or a piece that holds precious memories, creating and appreciating patchwork brings me great joy.
Through this book, I hope patchwork can make everyone’s daily life more joyful and convey the heartfelt desire to preserve special memories to all readers.
