Modern Japanese Thread Snippers contemporary art Pattern: Kaze ni Ochiba -

Pattern: Kaze ni Ochiba - Leaves in the wind

Ukiyo-e example: Takeuchi Keishu (1911)

Small portions of cloth are gathered on a hook shaped specifically for this process and continuously  loop-bound with cotton thread to create a soft resist outline on each unit / Ori-nui Shibori - Folded-edge stitch resist drawn tight before dyeing

cochineal produces shades from vibrant carmine red to luxurious fuchsia on all types of fibers

Chapter 4: Southeast Yunnan Style Costumes

Modern Japanese Thread Snippers contemporary art Pattern: Kaze ni Ochiba -Essential Tool for Arimatsu Shibori Artisans, as well as other Japanese handicraft artisans. These snipers feature a plastic magnetic sheath over the tips with a spring closure. 100% Carbon Steel blades with plastic handles Keep blades dry, they are prone to rusting. They can be oiled with sewing machine oil for upkeep Made in Japan 105mm (4. 13in)