{"product_id":"joyful-mending-visible-repairs-for-the-perfectly-imperfect-things-we-love-9784805315743","title":"Joyful Mending: Visible Repairs for the Perfectly Imperfect Things We Love!","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJoyful Mending\u003c\/i\u003e shows you how to fix old items of clothing, linens and household objects by turning tears and flaws into beautiful features.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSimply by applying a few easy sewing, darning, felting, or crocheting techniques, as well as some \u003ci\u003esashiko\u003c\/i\u003e and other favorite embroidery stitches, you can repair your favorite pieces in a transformative way. These techniques don't just save you money, but make your life more joyful, fulfilling and sustainable in an age of disposable fast fashion. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAuthor Noriko Misumi teaches you her philosophy of mending and reusing items based on the age-old Japanese concepts of mindfulness and Wabi Sabi (an appreciation of old and imperfect things). In her book, she shows you how to: \u003cb\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Repair any kind of fabric that is torn, ripped or stained--whether knitted or woven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork with damaged flat or curved surfaces to make them aesthetically pleasing again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate repairs that blend in, as well as bold or whimsical visible repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDarn your handmade or expensive gloves, sweaters and socks to make them look great again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe joy to be found in working with your hands and the personal artistry you discover within yourself lie at the heart of this book. While nothing lasts forever, there's pleasure, as well as purpose, in appreciating age and imperfection. \u003ci\u003eJoyful Mending\u003c\/i\u003e allows you to surround yourself with the things that truly give you joy, whether they were given to you by a loved one, picked up in your travels or simply have a special place in your heart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Noriko Misumi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Tuttle Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/17\/2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 88\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.85lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.90h x 7.50w x 0.40d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9784805315743\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNoriko Misumi\u003c\/b\u003e graduated from Tokyo's Musashino University of Art and Design before becoming an author, magazine stylist, window display designer and instructor. She is a frequent contributor to crafting and DIY magazines in her native Japan, helps to organize exhibits and teaches workshops throughout the country.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tuttle Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":39829641658483,"sku":"9784805315743","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/products\/img_5423723a-611e-4ad3-9a5d-ba8eb08b290d.jpg?v=1644615076","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/en-de\/products\/joyful-mending-visible-repairs-for-the-perfectly-imperfect-things-we-love-9784805315743","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}