Holiday Paper Crafts from Japan. Robertta A. Uhl

      

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      Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

      Uhl, Robertta A. (Robertta Alexandra).

      Holiday paper crafts from Japan / Robertta Uhl.

       p. cm.

      ISBN: 978-1-4629-0806-6 (ebook)

       1. Paper work. 2. Japanese paper. 3. Christmas decorations. I. Title.

      TT870.U47 2006

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      2006003724

      Photography by Toshiko Kawana

       Styling by Christina Ong and Magdalene Ong

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      Contents

6	Introduction
8	Shopping for Washi
10	Ball Angel Ornament
14	Kimono and Happy-Coat Ornaments or Magnets
22	Crane Ornament
30	Washi-Covered Egg Ornaments
40	Gift Box Ornament
44	Standing Angel Decoration
50	Holiday Wreaths
54	Star Ornament
62	Washi-Covered Glass Ornaments
72	Poinsettia Centerpiece
76	Refrigerator Calendar Magnet
82	Photo Album
88	Basic Gift-Box Wrapping
92	Easy Gift Labels
96	Acknowledgments

      Introduction

      The Chinese invented paper dating back to ancient times. Handmade paper from Japan is traditionally dated as beginning in the eighth century. Since that early date Japan’s Washi paper has become the material of the craftsman, the painter, and the calligrapher.

      My Washi craft journey that began more than twenty years ago has reached another exciting high point, allowing me to share and connect with you through my second Washi book, Holiday Paper Crafts from Japan. The amazing part of this incredible craft adventure is that it remains uniquely new, fresh, and exciting. The Western world has just begun to touch the edges of the Washi craft explosion. Fresh experiences will only increase as the craft spreads across America and the rest of the English-speaking world. As Washi paper becomes readily available and people are introduced to the craft, it has the potential to weave its way into everyone’s heart through schools, craft classes, craft stores carrying the products, and internet websites for ordering, just to name the most obvious opportunities. Elegant, beautiful, and functional, Washi paper crafts can add a distinctive touch to any event, occasion, season, or holiday need. I continue to marvel that many of the craft materials in my books are common recyclable household items (paper towel or toilet paper tube, cardboard, milk carton—the list goes on and on). Add the Washi paper and one may create an extremely beautiful objet d’art