Following annas Lettering Embroidery and annas Small Embroidery Designs (New Edition), comes a new book from the popular embroidery artist annas. This title is her first embroidery book of Japanese designs and includes familiar motifs from the charming world of modern Japanese culture: from events throughout the year such as Hinamatsuri (the Doll Festival) and New Year, to traditional Japanese patterns, zodiac signs and sweets, and even stories such as “Kaguya Hime” (“The Moon Princess”) and “Tsuru no Ongaeshi” (“The Crane Maiden”).

Following annas Lettering Embroidery and annas Small Embroidery Designs (New Edition), comes a new book from the popular embroidery artist annas. This title is her first embroidery book of Japanese designs and includes familiar motifs from the charming world of modern Japanese culture: from events throughout the year such as Hinamatsuri (the Doll Festival) and New Year, to traditional Japanese patterns, zodiac signs and sweets, and even stories such as “Kaguya Hime” (“The Moon Princess”) and “Tsuru no Ongaeshi” (“The Crane Maiden”).

Contents:
1. Stories: “Kaguya Hime” (“The Moon Princess”) / “Tsuru no Ongaeshi” (“The Crane Maiden”)

2. “Saijiki” (A Chronicle of the Year in Japan): Hinamatsuri (The Doll Festival) / Tango no Sekku (Boys’ Festival) / Children’s Day / Annual Events / Chitose Candy Bags / Zodiac Signs / Chidori (Plover) / Weddings / Iroha Poetry / Birthday Frame / Special Characters & Sounds

3. Traditions & Folklore: Tea Ceremony / Traditional Masks / Regional Toys / Lucky Charms /
Yukata & Furisode (Kimono)

4. Everyday Life: Confections / Meals / Plants & Flowers / Flower Sash Clips / Flower Frames /
Japanese Patterns

5. Basic Techniques: Things to Prepare / Laying the Groundwork / Finishing Touches /
Stich Guide / How to Place Letters & Characters / How to Follow an Embroidery Pattern

6. How to Sew: Chitose Candy Bag & Incense Bag / Omamori Charm Bag & Hanging Scroll /
Brooch, Sash Clip, Embroidery Frame / Badges, Patches & Panels