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"Omiyage" is the Japanese word for gift. Sudo, author of a number of books on Japanese quilting including Harmonies & Hurricanes: Color & Line in Japanese Quilts and Circles of the East, here turns her attention to small, handmade, fabric gifts requiring only simple hand sewing, colorful fabric scraps, and imagination. Forty-three original designs for gifts such as fabric Temari balls, boxes, pincushions, pockets, pouches, and evening bags are featured. The author also includes a teaching plan for instructors wishing to use the book as a textbook for sewing classes. Notes on techniques and background information on the place of personal gifts in the Japanese calendar throughout the year add to the appeal of this unique volume. Highly recommended for large public libraries and textile collections.
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Bestselling author Kumiko Sudo creates 45 exquisite handmade gifts in fabric, each with a flair that is uniquely Japanese. Easy-to-follow patterns, beautiful photographs, and colorful step-by-step drawings help the projects come together quickly­­--many in less than an hour. Whether they are created in kimono silks or in contemporary cottons, these tiny boxes, purses, decorative toys, incense pouches, and good luck charms all make delightful gifts.

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Product Details

  • Paperback: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Contemporary Books; 1 edition (December 11, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0809229099
  • ISBN-13: 978-0809229093
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 8.3 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #101,256 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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75 of 75 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Handmade items that are easy to make and look incredible!, August 3, 2001
By C. Reid "go2yourlibrary" (Bloomington, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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Omiyage is one of the best books for small handcrafts I have ever seen. It uses my scrap material but the intricate patterns make every project look rich! My 16 year old daughter found the daffofil pocket and has made at least 5 in the last week! Although some of the more difficult patterns seem to leave out a step, the directions are clear, easy to read and easy to follow. The patterns in the back are easy to copy and use and I plan to use this book to make small, quick gifts for my friends' birthdays! I was also interested in the Japanese culture and there is great introductory information on the art of Omiyage in Japan, as well as information on holidays and some folktales. I requested that my library order a copy, but I bought a personal copy for myself! It is a WONDERFUL book!! Kumiko Sudo is a gifted artist.
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61 of 61 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars **Beautifull Handmade SMall Japanese Gifts & Crafts**, March 3, 2004
By J.P. (SF Bay Area) - See all my reviews
Kumiko's book is beautiully photographed, and well designed, it's a small treasure like crafts you'll find inside. I am a NOVICE sewer, and a very visual right-brained person. I find the instructions, simple and easy to follow, the addition of illustrations, photographs, sewing tips, and patterns (you can photocopy from the back of the book) are indeed helpfull.

At first I was looking for a book on sewing small handbags, like the Sakura or Conpaito. I was delighted to see that this book includes an assortment of ; good luck dolls, hai-hai dolls, oriental style pin cushions, Temari balls, sewing box & thimble, several flowers, butterflies and small animals. Ms. Sudo touches on the point that Omiyage is inspired by origami, and gives tips on the fabric folds, purse hems, making fabric beads, and tying decorative knots.

I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in making the jump from paper origami to fabric projects, also to those interested in sewing crafts wanting to branch out into small projects (other than stuffed animals), and of course to anyone who enjoys making and giving hand-made gifts.

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars FANTASTIC! Directions to make unique, special favors, gifts, December 29, 2000
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This book is truly unique, and unbelievably special. The author mentions many traditions, legends, and childhood experiences which make certain projects all the more special. There are numerous types of dolls (many with legends behind them), many types of fabric containers, etc. -- all of which would make splendid gifts or favors. (There is even a fabric cicada with an inspiration legend behind it, a sparrow purse, etc.) Each of these projects is wholly unique and strikingly beautiful -- although the temari ball is of the type that children played with, rather than the intricate threaded sorts popular for Christmas tree ornaments. Although I have not yet had time to make any of the projects, the directions and diagrams appear very clear, and I can't wait to get rolling. These are definitely not "same old, same old" -- each is unique, and incredibly special.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Too Many Pieces
This is veautiful work but it has too many pieces for me. It will take more patience and better dexterity than I have.
Published 21 days ago by Elaine G. Bonham

5.0 out of 5 stars Omiyage - a must have book
this is a great little book. the flower "pockets" are ieal as gift holders. Handy for craft groups - especially the back section which details how to organise and teach a lesson... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Yvonne M. Dighton

2.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, but almost useless
I have to say that I'm a little disappointed about this book. Although the images are very beautiful and Kumiko's work is precious, the projects of the gifts are exclusively for... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Daniela M. Iwamoto

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is absolutely lovely
I was surprised at the variety of different objects in this book. They all have the common link of being, small, delicate and handsewn, but the projects range from sewing boxes... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Gillian Winzinger

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book, fun crafts
Kumiko is a master of her craft and her book shows some of her cutest work. While the patterns are fairly simple. Read more
Published on May 14, 2007 by Carol Ferguson

5.0 out of 5 stars Omiyage: Handmade Gifts from Fabric in the Japanese Tradition
I like Kumiko Sudo's criations and this book is not an exemption.
Great gift idias and easy to follow instractions.
Published on May 13, 2007 by L. Andronikashvili

4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book
I love looking at this book. The paper used, photos and layout are all very attractive.
I've only started working on one project but the instructions are clear and the... Read more
Published on March 20, 2007 by A. Knepper

3.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book, Beautiful Art, Shoddy Editing
Ms. Sudo makes Exceptional gifts and notions, and this book is a Delight to read! Her thoughts on Seasons and Gifts are educational and inspiring, especially to one, such as... Read more
Published on March 2, 2007 by traceyo

2.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful items/difficult to reproduce
This woman is an extremely talented artisan. She grew up in Japan. She started as a child making these beutiful trinkets. Read more
Published on March 1, 2007 by Ame Marie Hamilton

3.0 out of 5 stars Challenging -- And Not in a Good Way
I have to agree with S. Goudeau that the instructions in this, and in Sudo's other book, Kokoro No Te, very much lose something in the translation. Read more
Published on January 27, 2007 by a reader

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