Bojagi the art of Korean textiles

In this book, Youngmin Lee gives you comprehensive step-by-step instructions on traditional bojagi techniques and materials, and provides a history of the art form in Korean culture -- which dates back to the Joseon dynasty -- where it continues to occupy a prominent place in the daily lives of Kore...

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Main Author: Lee, Youngmin (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: London : Herbert Press, 2024.
Edition:[Trade paperback edition].
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Summary:In this book, Youngmin Lee gives you comprehensive step-by-step instructions on traditional bojagi techniques and materials, and provides a history of the art form in Korean culture -- which dates back to the Joseon dynasty -- where it continues to occupy a prominent place in the daily lives of Koreans. Learn hand stitch techniques, seam finishes and decorative motifs on a range of materials. Youngmin introduces a variety of beautifully illustrated projects, with a modern twist, from gift wrap to wall hangings to cushions and clothing - whilst always being true to ancient Korean textile traditions.
Physical Description:160 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781789941838
9781789941838 : PAP
Author Notes:Youngmin Lee is a textile artist living in the San Francisco Bay Area. She studied Clothing and Textile and received an MFA in Fashion Design at Ewha Woman's University, Seoul. She worked as a fashion designer in Seoul, South Korea and now teaches numerous workshops about bojagi and Korean traditional textiles both online and in person. Youngmin's bojagi have been exhibited and collected throughout the United States and abroad.