Omiyage : Handmade Gifts from Fabric in the Japanese Tradition

by Kumiko Sudo

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.

Genres: Sewing, Crafts, Nonfiction, Quilting, Art

160 pages, Paperback

First published December 11, 1998

Reviews

[Jan Priddy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A charming little collection of patterns that make appropriate and clever use of scraps, particularly of vintage kimono.

[Autumn Kearney · Rating 4 out of 5]

These are beautiful items that you can make and gift to loved ones. The photographs are superior. However, the details and instructions are not for beginners like me. They were not detailed enough and were confusing.

[Chloe McGenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I want to make everything in this book, but I never will.

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this "how to book". Made one project and planning on making more. Directions difficult for me on the doll I was trying to make and I gave up. Made the sparrow instead, So cute! If the directions were clearer on some projects I'd give it a 5. I'm not experienced at sewing, so I was pleased to find a book I could work with. Very original projects, that I don't find in a lot on ordinary craft books.

[Kelley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this book hiding from me on my bookshelf. I made the Chinese bellflower bag, the butterfly bag, and the goldfish several years ago when I first got the book. I remember them being fairly easy for me to make. Pictures are gorgeous and the projects are very cute. The sizes for the bags are small.

[Raphaelle Yax · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gorgeous photos and easy to follow instructions make this book a must have for the intermediate to advanced set. The amount of hand sewing these projects may be a little daunting, but I assure you all of your hard work will be worth it! I love this book!

[Mauri · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautiful book, well-written and instructional. I do wish that it had better guidance about material.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great little book for using up those fabric scraps and making wonderful gifts for friends and family.

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

Creative ideas that will inspire you!

[Kathy Kernan · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you like to sew, and you like trinkets, check this book out.

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

A delightful book of small projects, perfect to make for gifts or as favors. For the intermediate sewer, they can be done by machine, and spark ideas for additional variations.

[Nicole · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting read, but a lot of the crafts are quite hard to understand!