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What a beautiful book. Beautiful imagery and a poetic writing style. Crafters and those passionate for gifting will appreciate this artistic practice of intentional wrapping as a reflection of the gift’s meaning, offering the highest symbol of gratitude.
So why this book? Intention and heartfelt connections are an important part of healing. The more intentional we are with every thing we do and touch, the more connected we become to everything around us. I find that there is so much beauty in our everyday that we often miss when operating on that automatic state that we have adapted to as a lifestyle. But through intention, comes love.
The Review:
“Repurposing unlocks beauty and transformational energy.”
💖 The author’s 30+ years of practice and passion for her culture’s tradition is so romantic that I can feel her heart melting through the pages. This is no longer about a gift, it’s about a way of life and love.
These words capture the essence of the practice:
Simplistic
Intentional
Sustainable
Wabi Sabi
Furoshiki
Eco-friendly
Kintsugi
Gratitude
This book offers a tangible guide full of gorgeous and simplistic rustic designs using everyday materials to enchant your gifts to loved ones.
🍷 Toss aside your tape, because this book doesn’t use it! You’ll learn how to fold, tuck, tie, layer, pleat, band, bind as well as how make flower, bow and origami appliqués for gifts of all shapes and sizes, including a wine bottle.
🧶 As a crafter, and fan of origami and up-cycling I will definitely be implementing some of these ideas! Here was my first attempt: https://imgur.com/gallery/wirIefs
Thank you to NetGalley, Storey Publishing, and Megumi Inouye for this ARC in exchange for an honest review!
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Looks like a neat book. Makes me want to get out my Origami supplies. Before coming to work at Barco, I had worked for Hitachi and the Japanese wives came into the office and taught us how to make Origami. Love the title "The Soul of Gift Wrapping". Might just have to check this book out. Thank you for sharing!