Embroidery and Purse | 刺繍とがま口

Japanese embroidery artist Yumiko Higuchi’s collection of motifs, showcased on a variety of purses, wallets, and bags. Inside, you’ll find an assortment of the simple, folk-inspired floral and animal designs stitched in Yumiko’s signature style, as well nine lovely bag patterns inspired by the motifs.

Beautiful step-by-step photos clearly explain Yumiko Higuchi’s favorite techniques for sewing bags, installing metal purse clasps, and making pompom and tassel embellishments. A helpful embroidery stitch guide outlines the eight basic stitches used to create the designs in this book. Full-size templates are included for all 20 embroidery motifs and nine bag patterns.

Yumiko Higuchi: Embroidery and Purse | 刺繍とがま口
Published in 2017. 96 pages + pull-out pattern. In Japanese.