A few weeks ago, I started this list of Japanese sewing terms. It is still a work in progress, but it covers some of the basics. Sure enough, I did not have to look far for something far better than what I am doing. I am a big fan of the Japan Couture blog, which always has so many fresh photos of completed sewing projects from some of my favorite books. In the right sidebar, under “AIDE TECHNIQUE”, there is a link to a 6-page .pdf document with extensive diagrams, translations, and assistance with reading Japanese patterns, from Japanese to English. I was so impressed by this–I think you will be, too! Thank you to the women who put so much effort into that blog.
(The photo is a diagram of a favorite granny bag pattern. The book was from the library, and I don’t remember the title anymore!)
5 responses so far ↓
southerngirlmusings // October 31, 2007 at 1:58 am
Oooh, bless your heart for sharing this information. I have a few books and figure out much via pictures but this is so helpful…thanks again!
Monica // November 7, 2007 at 11:07 am
thank you soooo much for the link!
wazzuki // November 13, 2007 at 5:30 pm
thanks so much for your info and link. My first Machiko Kayaki books landed on my doormat today (thanks to your recommendation) & I’m rather excited!
stef et sa belette // November 29, 2007 at 8:36 pm
oooo you went on japan blog ? good ! I made a tuto for a scarf on this blog I’m a french woman
kamiyra // January 4, 2008 at 7:09 am
oooh, this is even better. I am so there. If only I had money to buy more books. T_T
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