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Japanese Washi Gift Wrapping Papers: 12 Sheets of High-Quality 18 x 24″ (45 x 61 cm) Wrapping Paper: 18 x 24 inch (45 x 61 cm) Wrapping Paper
£10.50£11.40 (-8%)
These fine-quality tear-out sheets feature 12 prints inspired by Japanese Washi paper designs-a type of traditional handmade paper. In Japanese, wa means ‘Japanese’ and shi means ‘paper.’ Having been made for 1400 years, the craft of making washi paper is a registered UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. These papers are suitable for craft projects as well as for gift wrapping. The variety of designs means they are useful for any occasion-whether a holiday, birthday, anniversary or “just because.” An introduction details the history and meaning behind the designs, giving you a better idea of their origin. Some wrapping ideas are also provided for inspiration to maximize your creativity. This book includes: 12 sheets of 18 x 24 inch (45 x 61 cm) tear-out paper 12 unique patterns Perforations so the papers are easy to tear out Wrapping tips & tricks The tradition of gift wrapping originated in Asia, with the first documented use in China in the 2nd century BC. Japanese furoshiki, reusable wrapping cloth, is still in use four centuries after it was first created. Gift wrapping is one custom that has prevailed through the ages and across the world-it should be special for both the gift giver and recipient.
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Additional information
| Publisher | Tuttle Publishing (9 Jun. 2020) |
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| Language | English |
| Paperback | 28 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0804852332 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0804852333 |
| Dimensions | 24.13 x 0.76 x 30.48 cm |
by Mike Morgan
I bought this for scrapbooking. The paper is beautiful and good quality. The designs unusual and I find it difficult to source good oriental design paper. As wrapping paper each sheet is smallish; but personally I wouldn’t waste it as wrapping paper!
by Elizabeth Colley
I know a couple of people have written that these are not Washi paper, but as I have never seen what Washi paper looks like, I cannot comment on that. All I know is that this is absolutely stunningly beautiful paper. It’s thick, glossy, has very good quality sharp prints and is easy to work with. The ‘book’ of papers comes with suggestions of how to wrap the Japanese way, and a bit of history about the art of there printing (which is fascinating). I couldn’t find gift tags to match, so cut the samples of the designs from the back of the book. I will be buying more of these and in different designs as they are fantastic quality and value at 70p a sheet.
by Deborah Bowring
I use this for wrapping paper. It just makes the presents look fantastic wrapped in this paper
by Mrs. S. Garrett
A great resource of Japanese designs, in large sheets. I plan to use them in book making.
by RockyKujo
Have bought similar books and the paper has been very high quality, the type of paper you can wrap well with. This was thin and shiny like a cheap magazine…. Such a shame,
2 stars for designs… stop conning people into thinking this is quality paper!
by Mrso
Excellently presented paper – ideal for that “japanese” themed gift.
by Clareb72
Beautiful quality gift wrap.
by Elizabeth Colley
Lovely quality paper