Temari Treasures: Japanese Thread Balls and More [Paperback]

Diana Vandervoort (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 17, 2008

Temari: Japanese Thread Balls, lavish and exquisite, are stitcher on balls wrapped with the threads of 1000 years of tradition, transformed through time from a humble home craft to a revered art form. These Auspicious Gifts are now the formal and elegant symbols of love and joy and highest esteem. Glorious personal gifts, Soothing satisfying hours of absorbing fascination, Fresh, new ideas and techniques to invigorate conventional stitchery.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

The centuries-old custom of making temari--Japanese thread balls--began as a way of making children's toys from recycled threads and evolved into formal embroidered works of art given for special celebrations. Learn how to make these beautiful thread-wrapped and embroidered spheres with the extensive instructions in this guide. A great deal more in the way of color illustrations would have helped to clarify some of the complex directions, but crafters already a bit familiar with the technique will find nine intricate designs to try, supplemented with many diagrams. --Amy Handy

Review

To complete a temari, like finishing a good book, is like losing a friend. But each sequel is like finding gold. It gets better and better! Come join our circle. --Bob Mauller, Retired Educator, Pasadena, CA

Here you have the opportunity learn... a most enjoyable and ancient idea from the Orient. It is a winner. A truly unique and dazzling craft.... An ancient star shines again. --Patricia Nimocks, Founder Society of Craft Designers

Product Details

• Paperback: 122 pages
• Publisher: Japan Publications (USA); 3 edition (January 17, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0870409832
• ISBN-13: 978-0870409837
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #800,591 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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69 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Detailed instructions for 12 projects, January 30, 2000

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This review is from: Temari Treasures: Japanese Thread Balls and More (Paperback)

This book brings the traditional Japanese art of Temari, decorative balls wrapped with thread, within the realm of any craftsperson. Styrofoam balls and materials available in any fabric shop are all you will need.

While some practice and patience are required, the detailed step-by-step instructions, wonderful diagrams and consistent terminology will guide you to success. Using pins to mark the pattern and align the threads is the key.

Twelve complete projects are taken from start to finish. These include a variety of geometric patterns and my favorites, the beautiful floral patterns. For variety there is a spinning top ornament plus tassels that can be added.

There is a great color photo gallery showing off the fabulous color and detail that can be achieved with these projects. Making these Temari will give you a sense of pride and accomplishment, and heirloom ornaments to treasure.