NB059 - Washi (Chiyogami) Paper Covered Blank Journal
The beautiful vivid colors of the chiyogami cover inspire creativity and promote self-expression. It’s a joy to pick up and feel the handmade washi paper under your fingertips. Perfect for gift giving or to keep for yourself. A blank journal is versatile and can serve various purposes such as personal reflection, creative writing, sketching, note-taking, goal setting, planning, and even as a gratitude journal. It provides a canvas for your imagination and can be used to capture thoughts, ideas, memories, and inspirations.
Product Description:
5.9” x 7.8”
128 Pages Total (96 Smooth Ivory Pages & 32 Sturdy Kraft Pages)
Please note:
-Different computer monitors may show slight color differences.
-Photos with writing on pages are on the sample only; no writing will be in the journal you will receive.
NB059 - Peach Gold Sakura Chiyogami (Washi) Journal
Originally crafted as woodblock prints by papermakers in the Edo period (1603-1867), Chiyogami emerged as a decorative element for household interiors. It drew inspiration from the vibrant kimono fabrics worn by affluent urban women, catching the admiration of rural papermakers. The textiles from Kyoto, particularly from the Yuzen area known for its refined fabric dyeing methods, served as a significant influence. Present-day Chiyogami remains a highly favored decorative paper, meticulously hand-printed using silkscreen techniques in various small studios throughout Kyoto, Japan.
Chiyogami was designed to showcase customary symbols that harken back to seasonal themes and propitious moments when intricate kimonos were donned. Symbolism like bamboo for adaptability, cranes for a long life, cherry blossoms to represent life's transience, and pine boughs denoting resilience, are among the numerous traditional symbols printed in an array of colors and captivating arrangements.
Employing top-notch pigment inks meticulously blended, the printers administer each hue individually, ensuring accurate registration and alignment. A solitary design could encompass up to 10 distinct shades. Every color is laid down independently and allowed to dry before the subsequent one is pushed through the screen via a squeegee.
There is an infinite array of Chiyogami patterns, and contemporary Japanese designers work tirelessly to create fresh, inventive designs and patterns.
-Buyer can return or exchange the item within 14 days of delivery minus S&H cost.
-Buyer is responsible for any return shipping costs and for any loss in value if an item isn’t returned in its original condition.
-International items will be exchanged for store credit.
-Final sale items cannot be returned.