Author: Juliet Haines Mofford
Publisher: Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1612281052
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68

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Experience the fascination and folklore of Japan by using common household items to re-create traditional crafts like kokeshi dolls and origami cranes. Learn legends that promise good fortune as you sculpt a Beckoning Cat or paint a blind Daruma. Celebrate holidays as the Japanese do by cooking mochi and moon-viewing noodles, or by painting a seasonal sumi-e poem. Japan is a nation that honors tradition, yet it is among the world’s most technologically advanced countries. The Japanese enjoy the longest life spans of any people on earth, a fact believed to be greatly due to their diet. See how the people of this crowded land came to depend on the sea surrounding them for sustenance, then try your hand at making teriyaki salmon and ozoni, a soup that features shrimp. Step into the pages of this book to share Japanese culture, with its love of nature and expression of art in daily life.

Author: Carla Sinclair
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
ISBN: 9780596529284
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 168

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CRAFT is the first project-based magazine dedicated to the renaissance that is occurring within the world of crafts. Celebrating the DIY spirit, CRAFT's goal is to unite, inspire, inform and entertain a growing community of highly imaginative people who are transforming traditional art and crafts with unconventional, unexpected and even renegade techniques, materials and tools; resourceful spirits who undertake amazing crafting projects in their homes and communities. Volume 01, the premier issue, features 23 projects with a twist! Make a programmable LED shirt, turn dud shoes into great knitted boots, felt an iPod cocoon, embroider a skateboard, and much more.

Author: Yoshiko Tsukiori
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 9784805313275
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 96

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Sew cute and original clothes for your little angel with this easy-to-follow DIY sewing book. Yoshiko Tsukiori's Japanese sewing books provide elegant casual designs for women and children and have made her one of the most popular names in the Japanese sew–it–yourself craze. In Sewing for Your Girls, Tsukiori has done it again, creating eight adorable and endlessly versatile new patterns for clothes that will delight every mother's budget—and suit every little girl's personal style and body type. Tsukiori provides easy–to–follow instructions (in English) and shares the basic techniques for creating all the classic elements of little girls' clothes. Today's emerging legions of DIY mothers will discover how to make: A round collared shirt or tunic A classic smocked sundress Overalls with plenty of pocket room Draw-string pants that fit beautifully A shawl-collared dress or top A gathered neckline shirt, tunic, or dress A pretty dress with shoulder ruffles A raglan top or dress Add ruffles or bows, add tiers or pockets, add sleeves or go sleeveless—each of these garments can be embellished in endless variations to create literally hundreds of different styles. Tsukiori also guides readers on how to select carefree, pretty, and inexpensive fabrics that girls will love to wear every day! Imagination and creativity are the keys to dressing girls stylishly on a budget, and Sewing for Your Girls makes it easy to mix and match the basic components so that each piece is as unique as it is beautiful.

Author: Christine VeLure Roholt
Publisher: Express Books
ISBN: 9781626171206
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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"Information accompanies step-by-step instructions on how to cook Japanese food. The text level and subject matter are intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Author: Yoshiko Tsukiori
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 9784805312872
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 64

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Sew your own stylish clothes with this fabulous sewing book. Are you a DIY sewer, with a passion for Japanese style? Look no further, Happy Homemade: Sew Chic is the Japanese Sewing book you've been waiting for—all new timeless and straightforward creations of Yoshiko Tsukiori, acclaimed Japanese fashion designer and author of The Stylish Dress Book, now available in English in the United States. Happy Homemade: Sew Chic features 20 flexible sewing patterns that boast authentic Japanese style created simply—by you. Sew-your-own pants, tops, dresses and skirts will add that sought-after Japanese flair to your wardrobe. Simple lines make these garments perfect for women of all ages and all sizes. This book includes a complete western-sized sewing pattern for each design that is easily adjusted to fit your body form. The understandable, concise diagrams and simple instructions allow you to create a unique style with ease and confidence. Sewing designs include: Tunic Dress with Lace Blouse with Front Tucks Box Tunic Straight-cut Tiered Skirt Straight-cut Sarouel Pants Smock Dress with Puff Sleeves And much more… Whether you're a sewing maven or an aspiring novice, Happy Homemade: Sew Chic is your ultimate guide to transforming fabric to fabulous!

Author: Sonoko Sakai
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
ISBN: 0834842483
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 306

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“A beautifully photographed . . . introduction to Japanese cuisine.” —New York Times “A treasure trove for . . . Japanese recipes.” —Epicurious “Heartfelt, poetic.” —San Francisco Chronicle “Expand a home chef’s borders” with this “essential guide to Japanese home cooking” featuring 100+ recipes—for seasoned cooks and beginners who crave authentic Japanese food (Martha Stewart Living). Using high-quality, seasonal ingredients in simple preparations, Sonoko Sakai offers recipes with a gentle voice and a passion for authentic Japanese cooking. Beginning with the pantry, the flavors of this cuisine are explored alongside fundamental recipes, such as dashi and pickles, and traditional techniques, like making noodles and properly cooking rice. Use these building blocks to cook an abundance of everyday recipes with dishes like Grilled Onigiri (rice balls) and Japanese Chicken Curry. From there, the book expands into an exploration of dishes organized by breakfast; vegetables and grains; meat; fish; noodles, dumplings, and savory pancakes; and sweets and beverages. With classic dishes like Kenchin-jiru (Hearty Vegetable Soup with Sobagaki Buckwheat Dumplings), Temaki Zushi (Sushi Hand Rolls), and Oden (Vegetable, Seafood, and Meat Hot Pot) to more inventive dishes like Mochi Waffles with Tatsuta (Fried Chicken) and Maple Yuzu Kosho, First Garden Soba Salad with Lemon-White Miso Vinaigrette, and Amazake (Fermented Rice Drink) Ice Pops with Pickled Cherry Blossoms this is a rich guide to Japanese home cooking. Featuring stunning photographs by Rick Poon, the book also includes stories of food purveyors in California and Japan. This is a generous and authoritative book that will appeal to home cooks of all levels.

Author: Per Oscar Brekell
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462922562
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 133

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Do you know the difference between a bancha and a hojicha? How to brew the perfect matcha? With this book you will! Japanese tea expert Per Oscar Brekell is one of the few foreigners to complete the difficult training in Japan as a tea instructor. Now, with this book, he shares the secrets and insights he's gleaned from a career dedicated to promoting and preparing this ancient beverage. Combining a practical approach with in-depth knowledge and a keen eye for the healthful benefits of tea, this visual guide will help you understand everything from how tea is picked and processed to the physical and mental health benefits that come from drinking it. Through stunning color photos and engaging information from Brekell, readers of this book will get: A guided tour of Japan's main tea-growing regions, from Uji/Kyoto to Shizuoka and Kagoshima, and a journey from leaf to cup An introduction to top-grade premium and single-estate Japanese teas like yabukita, koshun, yamakai, sofu and asatsuyu A detailed guide to brewing Japanese teas to enhance their flavor and to highlight their healthful properties An in-depth look at traditional Japanese teapots and teacups A curated selection of teas suitable for home brewing and serving in various situations Every tea lover will find something to savor in this comprehensive introduction to the incredible world of Japanese teas.

Author: Khadija Ejaz
Publisher: Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1612281354
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68

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Also called Bharat and Hindustan, India has long delighted the senses with its lively whirl of colors, sounds, fragrances, and textures. Now you can host your own Indian party with ten scrumptious recipes from all across India. Follow the easy instructions to make papadum and dhokla, a spongy appetizer topped with chilies; chicken karhai; and spicy rice and peas. From snacks and appetizers to main courses, desserts, and drinks, your guests will relish each flavorful bite. Spruce up your party with ten colorful crafts that are sure to bring India’s traditions and fashions to your classroom or home. Decorate your floor with Rangoli, paint some henna tattoos, and make flower garlands for everyone to wear. Along the way, you’ll learn interesting facts about India’s holidays, people, and everyday life—like what promises Indian brothers and sisters make to each other. Step into another land and learn about India’s treasures!

Author: Hinali
Publisher:
ISBN: 9784865051001
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 96

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Look at the cover photograph again, more closely, but you may still not believe that it is not a real cat but a needle felting creation. Impressive. Hinali is posting photos of her true-to-life needle felting kittens on her Instagram, and her mastery keeps surprising and exciting a lot of craft enthusiasts as well as cat lovers. This long-awaited first book tells you in detail how they are created, with all the secrets revealed. Scottish Fold, Siamese, Tortoiseshell and White... you can create whatever type of kittens and cats you like using these in-depth instructions and step-by-step photographs. If you cannot get enough of cute kittens, create them by yourself!

Author: Julia Harms
Publisher: Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1612281699
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68

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Italy is a beautiful country full of artifacts from bygone eras. Architecture, paintings, and sculptures from prehistoric times, from the Roman Empire, and from the Renaissance period can be seen in the biggest cities and the smallest villages. Visiting Italy is like immersing yourself in the history of the last 2,000 years or more in one of the most important countries in Europe. With the crafts and cooking projects in this book, you can learn about the different periods, the customs and life, the artwork, and the culinary traditions of this country. Through re-creating holiday crafts, carnival masks, and cooking traditional sweets and other dishes, get to know more about the riches of Bella Italia!