TY - BOOK AU - Kakita,Tomoko AU - McLeod,Stephanie AU - Chen,Kuo Kang TI - Furoshiki and the Japanese art of gift wrapping SN - 9781913947651 PY - 2021/// CY - London PB - Laurence King Publishing KW - Fabric folding (Textile crafts) KW - Japan KW - Wrapping cloths KW - Gift wrapping KW - Gift wraps KW - Textile crafts KW - Handbooks, manuals, etc KW - Handbooks and manuals KW - lcgft KW - Illustrated works N1 - Basic knots -- Everyday wrap -- Hidden knot wrap -- Formal flat wrap -- Flower petal wrap -- Gathered wrap -- Pom-pom wrap -- Double knot wrap -- Bow corner wrap -- Pleated bottle wrap -- Paired wrap -- Pole-and-loop wrap -- Fancy wrap -- Banana wrap -- Finger loop wrap -- Rolled wrap -- Watermelon wrap -- Double handle wrap -- Book bag wrap -- Tote bag wrap -- Bouquet wrap -- Simple drop bag -- Basket wrap -- Orchid wrap -- Twist wrap -- Ritual wrap -- Cradle wrap -- Cushion wrap N2 - Perfect the gift of giving. The only modern, practical guide to the ancient art of Japanese gift wrapping. Discover how to use Furoshiki - beautiful, reusable wrapping cloth, to make gift-giving extra special and joyful, and kinder to the planet too. In Japan, gift-giving is an important cultural ritual, and the presentation is just as important as the gift itself. Learn 30 exquisite yet easy wrapping styles, involving knotted or intricately folded Furoshiki cloth, to wrap bottles, bouquets of flowers and other presents. You can also use Furoshiki to wrap and carry all sorts of everyday items. With no cutting, sticking or waste, give thoughtful, beautiful gifts and say goodbye to single-use wrapping paper, bags and packaging for good ER -