#katagami stencils

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A guide to Japanese Katagami designs

Kamo Mizuho

Seigensha Art Publishing, Kyoto 2020, 334 pages, ills colour & bw, 11x15 cm, pb, Japanese, ISBN  9784861527753

euro 23,50

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Katagami stencils are made by treating handmade Japanese paper with fermented persimmon tannin and are carved in a stunning variety of designs, which are mainly used for dyeing kimono fabric. This book includes around 180 examples selected from a collection held by Kyotech, whose predecessor company, founded in 1933, was the largest producer and seller of katagami in Kyoto. Discover the rich inventiveness of the Japanese aesthetic through dozens of motifs ranging from seasonal themes such as plum blossoms and dragonflies to basic patterns of stripes and arabesques. Many are shown together with ukiyo-e prints which incorporate similar designs or patterns.

06/06/21

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NEW THIS WEEK: KATAGAMI STENCILS

Each could be framed, many could still be used, but these original katagami stencils are works of art and artistry. Hand-carved or made with tiny punch tools, they are prime examples of pride-in-work, creativity, and dedication.

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Katagami are the stencils used to create layers of design on traditional Japanese kimono. Each one is cut by hand, either with a free-hand knife or a sharp and tiny punch tool. They are made from one or two sheets of heavy paper and then covered with persimmon juice to add strength and moisture resistance. (For delicate designs, two sheets of paper were stacked and cut together, then a thin silk screen was placed between them before fusing the papers together with persimmon juice.) Nowadays, more durable plastic versions are used, but these older paper stencils are often still usable in addition to being a work of art.

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New This Week: Katagami Stencils

A collection of authentic stencils once used to create kimono fabric.   These are getting hard to come by in good condition.  While most are usable for someone familiar with them, we prefer to treat them as artwork that merits framing.  We've seen them used in lampshades or window coverings... Click here to purchase or browse.

Katagami are the stencils used to create layers of design on traditional Japanese kimono.  Each one is cut by hand, either with a free-hand knife or a sharp and tiny punch tool. They are made from one or two sheets of heavy paper and then covered with persimmon juice to add strength and moisture resistance.  (For delicate designs, two sheets of paper were stacked and cut together, then a thin silk screen was placed between them before fusing the papers together with persimmon juice.) Nowadays, more durable plastic versions are used, but these older paper stencils are often still usable in addition to being a work of art.

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Katagami Stencils

A fantastic video showcasing the entire process of Katagami (making paper stencils) and Katazome (dyeing fabrics with stencils).  One woman’s journey to master the craft of katagami is the underlying story of the video, but throughout you will see the amazing process of these techniques. You’ll be in awe as you learn the different carving techniques, view the finished intricate designs, see the making of punch tools, and the final step of using the stencils to dye fabrics.

Here at Kyoto Kimono we sell vintage katagami stencils, as well as vintage Japanese garments, including kimono - many of which were created with these techniques.  Visit our website www.kyotokimono.com to browse/purchase our vintage products from Japan.

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NEW THIS WEEK: KATAGAMI STENCILS AND KITS

Katagami are the stencils used to create layers of design on traditional Japanese kimono. Each one is cut by hand, either with a free-hand knife or a sharp and tiny punch tool. Nowadays, more durable plastic versions are used, but these older paper stencils are often still usable in addition to being works of art. We also offer craft kits containing five stencil pieces that you can use to create your own katagami art.  Use a simple sponge brush or add a traditional Japanese brush if you prefer.

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Click here to see more katagami and kimono made with this technique. Not sure what to pick?  Let them choose their own with a gift certificate.