{"title":"Pre-sale","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe currently have a lot of what's on this list in stock, but we will be ordering a restock of sashiko and embroidery threads and kits from our supplier on April 26th.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntil 1 PM on April 28th, you therefore have the opportunity to order items that are out of stock, or larger quantities of items than what we currently have in stock. You can also order new arrivals that we don't have in stock yet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis allows us to offer a wider selection than if we only stocked the items that sell the most. It also helps us a lot as we still have somewhat low liquidity while we pay down debt from the years we operated at a loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo see updated stock, you must select the variant you want and then refresh the page to see what we have in stock.\u003c\/strong\u003e I haven't managed to get it to update without the page refreshing after you change the variant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpected delivery is mid-May. However, allow 4-6 weeks, in case something happens with shipping or similar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll orders this week will receive a free shipping code that you can use to avoid paying more shipping if you think of something, or if new items arrive, that you want shipped together with what you are waiting for.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThank you for your cooperation!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"oppbevaringsnett-rettferdig-sydd-av-gjenbruksstoff","title":"Storage nets, project bags sewn by Fair \u0026 Square","description":"\u003cp\u003eFabric bag sewn from recycled fabrics from my grandmother, with the slogan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"If it's not worth mending it's not worth buying\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"If it's not worth mending it's not worth buying\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand now also in Nynorsk, by popular demand from you! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI developed these bags myself to meet a need I had for storing my repair projects. I sewed some on my own, but after the first batch, I sent some textiles from my grandmother with my boss at Fair \u0026amp; Square when he was visiting the factory in China. Fair \u0026amp; Square is a fair cut and sew factory, where working conditions are guaranteed to be good, as the Norwegian-owned company owns the production and thus has full control over working hours and wages, unlike most brands that are merely clients of another factory. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fairandsquare.no\/blogs\/om-oss\/om-oss\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRead more about it here. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrevious production runs were made from recycled fabric; this time, they are made from surplus materials from the factory, so they can clear out after other production and use up leftover fabric. 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Many have wanted sashiko equipment for a long time, so I choose to sell before I can help with instructions in Norwegian for those who want it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube and you will find a lot of good help! There are also dedicated sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several handicraft associations offer sashiko courses, so check a handicraft association near you if you are interested! 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This way, you avoid knots, and the length is suitable for sewing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSashiko thread is slightly more \"fluffy\" than embroidery floss, and adheres nicely to the fabric you are sewing into, blending in over time as an integral part of the material.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/blogs\/myvisiblemend\/introduksjon-til-sashiko-video-om-den-fantastiske-somtradisjonen-fra-japan\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more, you can watch this video, which is an introduction to the technique and equipment.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube to find even more! There are also dedicated sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several craft guilds offer sashiko courses, so check with a craft guild near you if you're interested! 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Unlike embroidery floss, it is spun in such a way that the strands cannot be separated; it is used as is. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a multicolored variant, which can create beautiful and fun effects on even the simplest stitches and repairs! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are 20 m skeins of thread, the price is for 1 skein. When you remove the label, there is a large circle of threads bundled together at one point. Cut at the tie, then you can twist or braid the threads and pull them out one by one from the top. This way, you avoid knots and the length is suitable for sewing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSashiko thread is a bit more \"fuzzy\" than embroidery floss, and it adheres nicely to the fabric you are sewing into, blending in over time as an integrated part of the material. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/blogs\/myvisiblemend\/introduksjon-til-sashiko-video-om-den-fantastiske-somtradisjonen-fra-japan\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn a bit more, you can watch this video, which is an introduction to the technique and equipment.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube to find even more! There are also dedicated sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several handicraft guilds offer sashiko courses, so check a handicraft guild near you if you're interested! The book \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/boker\/products\/bok-mending-matters-av-katrina-rodabaugh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMending Matters\u003c\/a\u003e also covers a lot of sewing inspired by Japanese handicraft techniques, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/boker\/products\/bok-the-ultimate-sashiko-sourcebook-susan-briscoe-engelsk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Ultimate Sashiko Sourcebook\u003c\/a\u003e goes into more detail on how to draw and sew many different patterns, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/sashiko\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYou can find needles and thimbles for sashiko here :) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Nickel (91)","offer_id":34929280155693,"sku":"OLY-S20F-91","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Porcini (94)","offer_id":34929280188461,"sku":"OLY-S20F-94","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dragon fruit (93)","offer_id":34929280221229,"sku":"OLY-S20F-93","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Aubergine (92)","offer_id":34929280253997,"sku":"OLY-S20F-92","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Leek (95)","offer_id":34929280286765,"sku":"OLY-S20F-95","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey stone (96)","offer_id":34929280319533,"sku":"OLY-S20F-96","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Beetroot (97)","offer_id":34929280352301,"sku":"OLY-S20F-97","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blueberries (98)","offer_id":34929280385069,"sku":"OLY-S20F-98","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/IMG_8675-671310.jpg?v=1666781720"},{"product_id":"broderitrad-flerfarget-100-bomull-12m-olympus","title":"Embroidery thread, multicolored, 100% cotton, 12 m, Olympus","description":"\u003cp\u003eMulti-colored embroidery floss in 100% cotton from Olympus Japan. This shiny thread, with its many colors, makes even simple repairs or motifs exciting and fun to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe embroidery floss is of high quality, colorfast, and durable. For embroidery and repairing clothes with embroidery floss, I recommend cutting the desired length and then splitting the thread so that the thickness matches what you are repairing. If you use very thick thread on a thin fabric, you risk getting holes and wear at the transition between the embroidery\/repair and the rest of the garment. The embroidery floss consists of 6 strands twisted together into one thick thread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"M1","offer_id":34929137909805,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M1","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M2","offer_id":34929137942573,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M2","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M3","offer_id":34929137975341,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M3","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M4","offer_id":34929138008109,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M4","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M5","offer_id":34929138040877,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M5","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M6","offer_id":34929138073645,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M6","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M7","offer_id":34929138106413,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M7","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M8","offer_id":34929138139181,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M8","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M9","offer_id":34929138171949,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M9","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M10","offer_id":34929138204717,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M10","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M11","offer_id":34929138237485,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M11","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"M12","offer_id":34929138270253,"sku":"OLY-EMB-M12","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/IMG_8692-652668.jpg?v=1666781588"},{"product_id":"sashikonaler-olympus-2pk","title":"Needles, Sashiko, Olympus, 2pc","description":"\u003cp\u003eSashiko needles are extra hard and sharp. They come in several different lengths (e.g., the shorter ones from Clover you can buy here) for various types of sashiko stitching. The longest needles can take a little getting used to, but they are practical for long straight stitches because it's faster when you can load many layers of running stitches onto the needle before pulling the thread through. Sashiko stitching can also be curved and have many different patterns, in which case shorter needles are advisable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/fingerboll\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA special thimble is used\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe needle has a relatively large eye to accommodate sashiko thread, which is quite thick. \u003cbr\u003eThe needles measure 65mm and 48mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSashiko thread can be purchased here. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstructions for sashiko will be available on this website eventually, but it will take some time. Many have requested sashiko supplies for a long time, so I'm choosing to sell them before I can provide instructions in Norwegian for those who want them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube, and you'll find a lot of good help! There are also dedicated sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several handicraft guilds offer sashiko courses, so check with a handicraft guild near you if you're interested! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/alle-artikler\/products\/bok-mending-matters-av-katrina-rodabaugh\"\u003eThe book Mending Matters \u003c\/a\u003ealso covers a lot of stitching inspired by Japanese handicraft techniques. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34926664482861,"sku":"OLY-SAS-N2","price":39.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/IMG_8622.jpg?v=1604500142"},{"product_id":"sashikonaler-4pk","title":"Needles, Sashiko, Olympus, 4 pc.","description":"\u003cp\u003eSashiko needles are extra hard and sharp. They come in several different lengths (e.g., the shorter ones from Clover which you can buy here) for different types of sashiko stitching. The longest needles can take a bit of getting used to, but they are practical for long straight stitches because it's faster when you can load many running stitches onto the needle before pulling the thread through. Sashiko stitching can also be curved and have many different patterns; in that case, shorter needles are advisable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou use a special thimble, which you can buy from the brand Olympus here, or handmade by the family business @llittlelemonloom here. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe needle has a relatively large eye to accommodate sashiko thread, which is quite thick. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs far as I can tell, two of the needles in this pack are the same as the two in the 2-pack, but here you also get a medium size and a needle that is somewhat shorter. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/olympus-trad\"\u003eSashiko thread can be purchased here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstructions for sashiko will eventually be available on this website, but it will take some time. Many have wanted sashiko equipment for a long time, so I choose to sell before I can provide instructions in Norwegian for those who want them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube, and you will find some good help! There are also dedicated sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several handicraft associations offer sashiko courses, so check a handicraft association near you if that's of interest!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/alle-artikler\/products\/bok-mending-matters-av-katrina-rodabaugh\"\u003eThe book Mending Matters \u003c\/a\u003ealso covers some stitching inspired by Japanese handicraft techniques. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34926667038765,"sku":"OLY-SAS-N4","price":64.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/IMG_8621.jpg?v=1604500263"},{"product_id":"naler-kogin-2pk","title":"Needles, Kogin, 2 pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKogin is a type of embroidery somewhat similar to Norwegian Hardanger embroidery. You don't create holes in the fabric, but instead create geometric patterns by covering areas of the fabric with a clear, countable weave. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI can imagine that it could be exciting and beautiful to use as a decorative stitch in repairs, on elbow patches, etc., but I haven't had a chance to try it out yet. I have, however, bought it since it's not available in Norway and is strongly linked to sashiko embroidery. Those interested in Japanese crafts will enjoy trying out Kogin! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKogin originated in northern Japan and was developed to make linen and hemp clothing warmer and softer in winter. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis website provides a good introduction to Kogin in English: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttps:\/\/davidandcharles.com\/2019\/09\/04\/what-is-kogin-embroidery\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKogin needles are long, with a large eye for the thick thread, and a rounded tip to make counting easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can buy Kogin thread here.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34926667137069,"sku":"OLY-KOG-N","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/IMG_8623.jpg?v=1604500343"},{"product_id":"fingerboll-for-handflaten-til-sashiko","title":"Palm thimble for Sashiko","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor sashiko stitching, special needles are used that are extra sharp and hard, allowing multiple layers of fabric to be pierced with the needle. The eye of the needle is rested against the thimble, which is placed in the palm of the hand (in English, it's called a palm thimble), secured around the finger, and the needle is pushed through the fabric with the entire hand (or the needle is held steady in the palm while the fabric is pushed onto the needle, before \"pulling\" the fabric off and letting the thread pass through and stretching out the fabric. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore pictures and videos will be coming soon! Many people have been waiting a long time for sashiko equipment to be available in Norway, so I am choosing to put it up for sale before I have created instructions for those who are unfamiliar with the technique. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/results?search_query=sashiko\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFeel free to check out Atsushi's YouTube channel to learn more :)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe elastic on this thimble might be tight, but it can be replaced with your own elastic that you tie to the appropriate size. 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In this book, Beth Kempton writes about the history behind wabi-sabi and helps us see it in a broader, more holistic perspective.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is not about repair, but it is largely about the values one learns through repair, or values and ways of seeing the world that can help us learn to appreciate the simple, the authentic, the down-to-earth, change, development, and decay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to learn more about this way of thinking and living, and get help to open your eyes to beauty in many more forms than the perfectionism we so often strive for, then this is a book I can recommend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the author:\u003cbr\u003eBeth Kempton is a Japan expert who has lived, worked, and experienced over 50 countries, including Japan, which she considers her second home. She holds a master's degree in Japanese and has studied Japanese crafts and culture for several years, working to convey what she learns in a way that we can try to understand from our Western context. She has won awards for her work as an entrepreneur and author, and her works have been translated into 24 languages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sentraldistribusjonen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34926668841005,"sku":"BOK-SD-WABI","price":199.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC02224-57.jpg?v=1657644764"},{"product_id":"bok-mending-matters-av-katrina-rodabaugh","title":"Book, Mending Matters by Katrina Rodabaugh (English)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMending Matters by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/katrinarodabaugh\/\"\u003e@katrinaRodabaugh\u003c\/a\u003e is a lovely, simple book, primarily focusing on denim repair. It is based on three types of stitches but shows how these can be used in different ways to repair and personalize your own clothes. With large pictures and large text, the content is easily accessible and pleasant to absorb. If you primarily want to repair trousers, and preferably with sashiko-inspired techniques, this is the book for you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has become almost iconic in social media, with a clear and distinct message, both visually and politically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/b-mk4tCTSXw\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the author:\u003cbr\u003eKatrina Rodabaugh is an artist, maker, and author who explores environmental and social issues through craft. She holds a BA in Environmental Studies and an MFA in Creative Writing. For the past 20 years, she has worked with arts organizations and specialized in fiber-based art. 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The book shows how such a fundamental technique can be used in many different ways to achieve various effects. If you enjoy handicrafts and working closely with materials, this is a beautiful and inspiring book that elevates darning to a new level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the inside cover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Making empowers us to be more self-sufficient and take control over the way we consume. We are constantly being pressured to buy more, to waste more and to spend more, putting increasing strain on our resources, our planet and our pockets. Making teaches us to value objects and materials and gives us practical skills to repair the things we love and create the things we need from materials immediately available to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking something with your own hands is a reflective process, it encourages you to slow down when the pace of life feels to fast, to be patient and to learn that good things don't happen immediately. There is a huge joy in making, to create something that is unique - tangible evidence of your time and labour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qZn5_a5h3is\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the author:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHikaru Noguchi is a knitwear designer. After graduating from Musashino Art University in Tokyo, she studied textile design at Middlesex University in England. She has released design collections for the past 25 years, based in Tokyo, and in recent years has specialized in darning through workshops and classes worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublication year: 2018 (this edition 2019)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e95 pages\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34927065890861,"sku":"BOK-SD-DARN","price":250.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC00167_a3612116-c292-4b4b-972f-a405cf2ae283.jpg?v=1657272217"},{"product_id":"bok-joyful-mending-noriko-misumo","title":"Book, JOYFUL MENDING, Noriko Misumo (English)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA very nice basic book for visible mending with several examples of techniques and materials that can be used, including step-by-step instructions with pictures for darning, needle felting, and patching, among others. The book also has instructions for basic embroidery stitches, as well as crocheting. It is a good resource for dipping your toe into mending and trying out many different techniques. The aesthetic is light and playful, with both discreet and more visible options. The author delights in the history of garments and the beauty in simple and practical repairs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MyTB8628DWk\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author is an author, stylist, and course instructor in various forms of crafts, including textiles and mending. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34927084273709,"sku":"BOK-SP-JOYF","price":179.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC00168.jpg?v=1657272083"},{"product_id":"bok-wabi-sabi-sewing","title":"Book, Wabi Sabi Sewing by Karen Lewis (English)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWabi Sabi Sewing by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/karenlewistextiles\/?hl=en\"\u003eKaren Lewis\u003c\/a\u003e is great for those who not only enjoy mending but also making things from scratch. It features several projects that incorporate patchwork and hand sewing, mixed with ordinary machine sewing, for a personal touch. Additionally, it includes a section on repair. Most of the sewing projects are for interior items, and are perfect for creating a home with a feel of perfect imperfection. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D2Ek_6yKiJk\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI will probably not restock this book, as it had a bit less on reuse\/repair than I would like for the web shop, but it is a nice book for those who also enjoy making things from scratch :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34927090794541,"sku":"BOK-SD-WABIS","price":150.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/IMG_8554.jpg?v=1604514229"},{"product_id":"kogin-trad-100-bomull-18-m-olympus","title":"Kogin Thread, Multicolor, 100% Cotton, 18 m, Olympus","description":"\u003cp\u003eKogin is a type of embroidery that is somewhat reminiscent of Norwegian Hardanger embroidery. Geometric patterns are created by covering areas of fabric with a distinct, countable weave. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI can imagine it would be exciting and lovely to use as a decorative stitch in repairs, on elbow patches, etc., but I haven't had a chance to try it out yet. However, I have purchased it since it's not available in Norway and is strongly linked to sashiko embroidery. Those interested in Japanese craftsmanship will enjoy trying out Kogin! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKogin was developed because hemp fabric was the only material available to poor farmers in Japan between the 17th and 19th centuries. It was a very cold and rough fabric. By using counted stitches with thick thread, a softer surface and more insulation were created.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis website provides a good introduction to Kogin in English: \u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/davidandcharles.com\/2019\/09\/04\/what-is-kogin-embroidery\/\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKogin thread is thicker than sashiko thread and quite soft. It is therefore best used on slightly loosely woven or knitted garments. 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The kits come in plastic bags as shown in the pictures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"White and orange","offer_id":34989685080109,"sku":"OLY-KOG-91","price":250.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink and purple","offer_id":34989685112877,"sku":"OLY-KOG-90","price":250.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/IMG_8824.jpg?v=1607013210"},{"product_id":"copy-of-sashiko-trad-ensfarget-100-bomull-100m","title":"Sashiko thread, variegated 100% cotton, 100m","description":"\u003cp\u003eSashiko thread is made of cotton, is relatively thick and matte. Unlike embroidery floss, it is spun in such a way that the threads cannot be separated; it is used as is. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a thinner thread, you can buy it here, but this thickness is the \"traditional\" one. The thread is from Olympus Japan, a company over 100 years old! They have a lot of experience, in other words :) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSashiko thread is a little more \"fluffy\" than embroidery floss, and adheres nicely to the fabric you are sewing into, blending in over time as an integrated part of the material. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstructions for sashiko will be coming to this website eventually, but it will take some time. Many have wanted sashiko supplies for a long time, so I am choosing to sell before I can help with instructions in Norwegian for those who want them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube, and you will find a lot of good help! There are also dedicated sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several handicraft guilds offer sashiko courses, so check a handicraft guild near you if you are interested! The book Mending Matters also covers some sewing inspired by Japanese handicraft techniques. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/sashiko\"\u003eYou can find needles and thimbles for sashiko here :) \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Blue mélange (151)","offer_id":34989867565101,"sku":"OLY-S100F-151","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink mélange (152)","offer_id":34989867597869,"sku":"OLY-S100F-152","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown mélange (153)","offer_id":34989867630637,"sku":"OLY-S100F-153","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/IMG_8888.jpg?v=1607014297"},{"product_id":"copy-of-sashiko-mending-patches-i-100-bomull","title":"Sashiko printed fabric for SASHIKO embroidery, 100% cotton","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuy fabric with a pre-printed sashiko pattern you can embroider!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern disappears in the wash. NB: Do not iron the fabric before washing it, as the print may become permanent!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold per 10 cm. 1 unit is 10 cm. The print is quite large, so I recommend not buying less than 5 units. The fabric is 116 cm wide, the print covers a width of approximately 109 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrently available in 2 patterns, but there are more that can be ordered if they become popular! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey can be used as ordinary fabric that you embroider on, or to repair or reinforce other garments. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions for sashiko will eventually be available on this website, but it will take some time. Many people have wanted sashiko supplies for a long time, so I am choosing to sell before I can provide instructions in Norwegian for those who want them. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube and you will find some good help! There are also dedicated sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several handicraft associations offer sashiko courses, so check a handicraft association near you! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial thread, needles, and thimbles for sashiko can be found under the \"sashiko\" tab. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Seven Treasures (Shippo-Tsunagi)","offer_id":34990066073645,"sku":"","price":39.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hemp Leaf (Asanoha)","offer_id":34990066106413,"sku":"","price":39.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/IMG_8875.jpg?v=1607016533"},{"product_id":"sashikoprintet-stof-for-broderi-100-bomull","title":"Sashiko printed fabric for embroidery, 100% cotton","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuy fabric with pre-printed sashiko patterns that you can embroider!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern will disappear in the wash. 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She herself became interested in boro and sashiko when she worked as an English teacher in Japan in the 90s. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile one can create entirely new items with new fabrics using this technique for these projects, they can also be used to utilize fabric scraps or old clothes that are no longer worn but one doesn't want to part with, for instance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35112167047213,"sku":"BOK-SP-BOR","price":249.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC00175.jpg?v=1657273334"},{"product_id":"bok-loved-clothes-last-engelsk","title":"Book, Loved Clothes Last, English","description":"This book is a \"must\" for anyone who wants to understand why we need to revolutionize the fashion industry, and how repair is an absolutely essential part of that movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe author, Orsola de Castro, is one of the founders of the global \"Fashion Revolution\" movement, which works continuously, but has a special focus and commitment during Fashion Revolution Week in April, to commemorate the Rana Plaza tragedy in Bangladesh in 2013.\u003cbr\u003eShe began her career in 1997 with the upcycling brand From Somewhere, which focused on making clothes from textile production waste. 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When you've put effort into repairs, it can be sad to just throw it away. Instead, you can honor the craftsmanship and cover your own buttons with old repairs. Adorn clothes, hats, coats, bags, or other items by showcasing the repair.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Circle","offer_id":39266618834989,"sku":"OLY-BTTN-KB2","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Square","offer_id":39266618867757,"sku":"OLY-BTTN-KB1","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/files\/IMG_6611.jpg?v=1785190947"},{"product_id":"sashiko-trad-flerfarget-100-bomull-20m","title":"Sashiko thread, multi-colored, 100% cotton, 20m","description":"\u003cp\u003eSashiko thread is made of cotton, and is relatively thick and matte. Unlike embroidery floss, it is spun so that the threads cannot be separated; it is used as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are 20 m skeins of thread; the price is for 1 skein. When you remove the label, there is a large circle of threads bundled together at one point. Cut at the tie, and then you can twist or braid the threads and pull them out one by one from the top. This avoids knots, and the length is suitable for sewing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSashiko thread is slightly more \"fluffy\" than embroidery floss, and adheres neatly to the fabric you are sewing into, blending in over time as an integrated part of the material.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/blogs\/myvisiblemend\/introduksjon-til-sashiko-video-om-den-fantastiske-somtradisjonen-fra-japan\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn a little more, you can watch this video, which is an introduction to the technique and equipment.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube to find even more! There are also dedicated sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several handicraft associations offer sashiko courses, so check a handicraft association near you if you're interested! 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With these kits, you can practice the technique and make yourself a beautiful pincushion! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKogin was developed because hemp fabric was the only material available to poor farmers in Japan between the 17th and 19th centuries. It was very cold and rough fabric. By using counted stitches with thick thread, a softer surface and more insulation were created.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit contains more than enough thread for the project, linen fabric, 1 kogin needle, wooden bowl, wadding for filling, and instructions in Japanese. To finish the bowl, you will need craft or textile glue, which is not included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eince sashiko and kogin are so new outside of Japan, manufacturers are working to get more products in English, but as pioneers in the field here in Norway, we have to interpret the instructions a bit ourselves. 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An exciting and fun starting point for trying out traditional crafts on clothes with damage and stains. And of course, exciting to learn even if you don't want to use it for repair! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book contains a comprehensive stitch guide and guidance on materials and equipment, as well as how to develop your own designs, mount fabric, and transfer motifs. There are clear step-by-step pictures and diagrams where needed, both for stitches and various cutwork techniques. A real eye-opener for how much you can achieve with needle and thread!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.searchpress.com\/pageflips\/html\/default.asp?id=3604\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYou can browse the book here \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished: 2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNumber of pages: 96\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39299975610413,"sku":"BOK-SP-WHI","price":165.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC00177.jpg?v=1657273127"},{"product_id":"bok-stitched-shiboti-technique-innovation-pattern-design-jane-callender-engelsk","title":"Book, Stitched Shibori, Technique, innovation, pattern, design. Jane Callender (English)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHave clothes or pillowcases or other textiles become stained, faded, blotchy or just a little...boring...? Don't despair! With Shibori, you can give them new life! Such patterns have always been a great mystery to me, but with a quick read-through of the book, it seems very achievable. With fabric, needle, thread, and dye, you can conjure up beautiful patterns and really play around with clothes! The book systematically goes through different ways to sew, gather, pleat and fold, clamp and bind fabrics to create many different patterns and combinations of patterns, and even motifs such as birds, clouds, and leaves. You will never look at a plain textile the same way again!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt really is an exciting book with many possibilities! Beginners can easily achieve exciting results, and the book also has much more advanced content for those who truly want to explore, play with, and experiment with the techniques! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDifferent fibers require different types of dye (NB, synthetic fabrics (polyester\/nylon\/polyamide, acrylic, etc.) do not absorb much color). The book also discusses different dyes one can use, and what to consider with these to achieve good results with various techniques. It also shows how to dye in multiple stages with different colors to create multi-colored designs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.searchpress.com\/pageflips\/html\/default.asp?id=865\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYou can browse the book here \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.searchpress.com\/_uploads\/_previews1\/9781782215172.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished: 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNumber of pages: 176\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39300011163693,"sku":"BOK-SP-STI","price":289.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC00170.jpg?v=1657273265"},{"product_id":"sashikotrad-flerfarget-100-bomull-100-m","title":"Sashiko thread, multicolored, 100% cotton, 100m","description":"\u003cp\u003eSashiko thread is made of cotton, is relatively thick, and has a matte finish. Unlike embroidery floss, it is spun so that the threads should not be separated; it is used as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/olympus-trad\/products\/sashiko-trad-tynn-100-bomull-80m\"\u003eIf you want thinner thread, you can buy it here,\u003c\/a\u003e but this thickness is the \"traditional\" one. The thread is from Olympus Japan, a company over 100 years old! In other words, they have a lot of experience :)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSashiko thread is a bit more \"fuzzy\" than embroidery floss, and it adheres nicely to the fabric you are sewing into, blending in over time as an integrated part of the material.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstructions for sashiko will be available on this website eventually, but it will take some time. Many have wanted sashiko supplies for a long time, so I choose to sell them before I can provide instructions in Norwegian for those who wish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube, and you will find a lot of good help! There are also dedicated sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several craft guilds offer sashiko courses, so check a craft guild near you if you are interested! The book \"Mending Matters\" also covers some sewing inspired by Japanese handicraft techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/sashiko\"\u003eYou can find needles and thimbles for sashiko here :)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"171 Yellow, light blue, rust","offer_id":39354506674221,"sku":"OLY-S100F-171","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange, green, blue - 172","offer_id":39354506641453,"sku":"OLY-S100F-172","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow, red, blue - 173","offer_id":39354506608685,"sku":"OLY-S100F-173","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange, rust, purple - 174","offer_id":39354507624493,"sku":"OLY-S100F-174","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rose - 156","offer_id":46642019303738,"sku":"OLY-S100F-156","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue - 157","offer_id":46623485722938,"sku":"OLY-S100F-157","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Egg yolk - 154","offer_id":40454366658605,"sku":"OLY-S100F-154","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Leek - 155","offer_id":40454368362541,"sku":"OLY-S100F-155","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light blue - 191","offer_id":40454373539885,"sku":"OLY-S100F-191","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flamingo - 192","offer_id":40454379307053,"sku":"OLY-S100F-192","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sunrise - 193","offer_id":40454384615469,"sku":"OLY-S100F-193","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cotton candy - 194","offer_id":40454388318253,"sku":"OLY-S100F-194","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hydrangea - 195","offer_id":40454392152109,"sku":"OLY-S100F-195","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC1889.jpg?v=1648142873"},{"product_id":"copy-of-sashiko-mending-patches-i-100-bomull-1","title":"Sashiko coaster kit (starter kit, sashiko) Olympus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(46, 72, 127);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSashiko starter kit from Olympus Japan.\u003cbr\u003eEach kit contains fabric with a pattern that washes out, thread, and a needle, enough to make 2 coasters (or patches, a needle book cover, or anything else fun you can think of!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNB: Do not iron the fabric before washing it, as the print may become permanent!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patches can be attached to the outside or inside of holes or weak areas, or as they are intended, as coasters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe instructions in the kit are in Japanese, but they consist of many illustrations you can follow. If you need further assistance, simply send a customer message or contact My Visible Mend on Facebook, and we will be happy to help you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSashiko instructions will eventually be available on this website, but it will take some time. Many people have wanted sashiko equipment for a long time, so I am choosing to sell it before I can create instructions in Norwegian.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube, and you will find a lot of good help! There are also dedicated sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several handicraft associations offer sashiko courses, so check with a handicraft association near you! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can find several different thimbles for sashiko under the tab \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/sashiko?page=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"sashiko\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Navy - White and Pink","offer_id":39475407618093,"sku":"OLY-SAS-262","price":105.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Navy - light blue and mustard","offer_id":39475408142381,"sku":"OLY-SAS-263","price":105.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Off White - blue and red","offer_id":39475409551405,"sku":"OLY-SAS-264","price":105.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false},{"title":"Off-White - Green and Orange","offer_id":39475412467757,"sku":"OLY-SAS-265","price":105.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC1005_DxO.jpg?v=1740576958"},{"product_id":"copy-of-copy-of-sashiko-mending-patches-i-100-bomull","title":"Sashiko Coaster Kit, Reverse Stitch, 5 pcs, Sashiko Coaster Kit, (Olympus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eComplete kits for making sashiko-patterned patches, or for use as clothing repairs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pack includes a needle, thread, and fabric with a pattern to make 5 patches (with fabric for turning inside out and covering the back). The print washes off, be careful not to iron the fabric before washing it, as the print may become permanent!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCurrently, we only have Japanese instructions, but the illustrations are the most important part. Please feel free to send a customer message or a message on My Visible Mend's Facebook page (or in the group) if you need more guidance! One of the most important things is to always look for the straight lines you can sew, across and diagonally, which will ultimately form the pattern. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patches can be attached to the outside or inside of holes or worn areas. If you use them on the inside, attach them with long basting stitches using sewing thread, safety pins, or a glue pen, with the print facing you so you can see it, then sew through so the thread forms the pattern on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube and you will find a lot of good help! There are also sashiko groups on Facebook, for example, and several handicraft associations offer sashiko courses, so check a handicraft association near you! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit has double fabric and comes without a sashiko thimble. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/search?q=h%C3%A5ndflaten\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYou can find a palm thimble here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"White and multicolored","offer_id":39356636004397,"sku":"OLY-SAS-SK293","price":239.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Navy and multi-colored","offer_id":39356636037165,"sku":"OLY-SAS-SK331","price":239.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC1061_DxO.jpg?v=1625650979"},{"product_id":"copy-of-koginsett-til-glassbrikker-kogin-coaster-kit","title":"Kogin coaster kit, 1x","description":"\u003cp\u003eKogin is a type of embroidery somewhat similar to Norwegian Hardanger embroidery or smøyg. Geometric patterns are created by covering areas of fabric with a distinct, countable weave. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI can imagine that it could be exciting and nice to use as a decorative stitch in repairs, on elbow patches, and so on. These kits are designed to make coasters, but can also be used for patches. In any case, they are a great introduction to the technique! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can use the patterns on other garments where you can count threads (or stitches) to reinforce worn areas. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKogin was developed because hemp fabric was the only material available to poor farmers in Japan between the 1600s and 1800s. It was a very cold and rough fabric. By using counted stitches with thick thread, a softer surface and more insulation were created.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit contains 1 skein of kogin thread, 1 kogin needle, and fabric for the counted embroidery. The instructions are in Japanese but consist mostly of illustrations. English digital instructions will be available eventually and can be sent by email. The supplier is currently preparing them for us. A finished coaster measures approximately 10 x 10 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Red and yellow","offer_id":39356636921901,"sku":"OLY-KOG-29","price":85.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false},{"title":"Dark blue and green","offer_id":39356636954669,"sku":"OLY-KOG-30","price":85.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC1043_DxO.jpg?v=1619437401"},{"product_id":"bok-hand-stitched-flower-garden-yuki-sugashima-engelsk","title":"Book, Hand Stitched Flower Garden, Yuki Sugashima, English","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely little embroidery book with patterns and instructions for seasonal flower embroidery. In addition to the embroidery patterns, there are instructions for small projects they can be used for, such as a scissor case, pincushion, fabric bag, apron, napkin ring, and more. The embroidery patterns have palettes based on colors from DMC embroidery floss, which you can purchase here in the online store! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the back of the book, the techniques are described and illustrated, and there are templates for the motifs that can be traced (for example, onto water-soluble stabilizer or paper, and then transferred to fabric with carbon paper, for instance). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlower embroidery is something many people like to use for repairs, to cover rips, stains, or small holes, or simply to decorate and upgrade a garment or other textiles. If you enjoy embroidering but want some help and inspiration for more varied plant motifs, this book is excellent. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe author is from Japan, and the flowers are very similar to those found in Norwegian flora, such as clover, violets, snowdrops, dandelions, hazelnuts, daffodils, wild strawberries, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features 45 embroidery patterns and 20 sewing projects that incorporate some of these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e128 pages\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39445868445741,"sku":"BOK-SP-HFG","price":180.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC00153.jpg?v=1657272354"},{"product_id":"bok-modern-mending-erin-lewis-fitzgerald-engelsk","title":"Book, Modern Mending, Erin Lewis-Fitzgerald, English","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt's finally here! Modern Mending by Erin Lewis-Fitzgerald is well-known among many with an interest in repair, but it hasn't been available in Europe until now! You can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/erinlewisfitzgerald\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efollow the author on Instagram\u003c\/a\u003e and she also has \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/modernmendingclub\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eher own Facebook group.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book covers a very wide range of repair techniques, with a focus on sewing, patching, darning, needle felting, and machine darning. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first part of the book provides general tips and guidance, reflections on repairing, how to develop and play with design, an overview of tools and equipment, and a very useful section on what tools and materials suit different types of fabrics and materials!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is followed by a thorough review of the techniques mentioned above, with clear and good photos of many examples, showing the front and back of the garments. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book has 70 pages of various \"case studies\" where you can see before and after photos of repaired garments and projects and read about the approach based on the wishes and taste of the garment's owner and the process leading to the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book also has a section on some contemporary menders (including Eline Medbøe from Norway! \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/boker\/products\/bok-the-act-of-mending-av-eline-medboe-norsk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(you can buy her book here)\u003c\/a\u003e) and finally a bit about general maintenance, and a long list of further recommended reading. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA thorough and clear book for those who want to get started with repairs and try out many different techniques! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.searchpress.com\/pageflips\/html\/default.asp?id=4722\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrowse the book here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39445899116589,"sku":"BOK-SP-MOM","price":199.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC00182-532484.jpg?v=1666781516"},{"product_id":"bok-rsn-book-of-embroidery-engelsk","title":"Book, RSN Book of Embroidery, English","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fantastic book for those interested in embroidery, on clothes or in general.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.searchpress.com\/pageflips\/html\/default.asp?id=2108\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrowse the book here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is a collection from the Royal School of Needlework series, thoroughly covering various embroidery techniques. One of the books in the series, Whitework, is available in the online store here. \u003cbr\u003eEach book is condensed, mainly through smaller images and more efficient use of space on the pages, so this book contains all the information found in the other individual books. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt provides guidance for\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrewelwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhitework\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilk Shading\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStumpwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBead embroidery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanvaswork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoldwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt places each technique in a historical context, while also showing how it can be used in more modern ways today. You can choose to delve into certain techniques, or learn a little from the different ones and combine and experiment inspired by stitches and techniques from the book. Each section covers preferred materials, needles, fabric, how to transfer patterns, etc. If you love embroidery and want to develop your skills and creativity, this is a fantastic reference work and a good guide, where you learn the completely historical and \"correct\" traditional methods, but you are then free to use it as you wish. Embroidery is a great way to decorate, repair, and upgrade clothes and textiles and add value to what you own. 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Living slowly and consciously, doing things with intention and \"mindfulness\" is a movement we can observe in many different fields. \u003cbr\u003eThe book discusses the topic in a textile-historical context and what such a practice in sewing can do for our well-being, how hand-sewing performed with a focus on process rather than result can give us something that a society always busy and going somewhere else cannot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The speed at which we do something - anything - changes our experience of it\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003equote from the introduction to the book taken from The Tyranny of Email, John Freeman\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is beautifully bound with a matte, soft cover, which invites tranquility and is full of large pictures of natural materials, often dyed with plants and full of hand-stitching. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book explores slow stitching from an environmental perspective and from a \"mindfulness\" perspective. It references the work of various textile artists as a reference point for the discussion, and provides concrete examples of projects you can do yourself to use hand-sewing as a medium for exploring one's own mind and life. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are examples of plant dyeing, a section on material use, where to find materials, etc., and it also discusses sewing practices across cultures. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you find hand-sewing rewarding and want to explore it more and delve into why and how it can have a calming effect, I can recommend this book. It is also good for those who already sew a little but can't quite settle into hand-sewing or break out of the thought that everything should go as fast as possible, but would like to. The book can provide a new approach and new perspective. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMy own impression of the book, and slow stitching as a practice, is that it's a bit like a stone standing firm in a wild stream. 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The print washes out; be careful not to iron the fabric before it has been washed, as the print may become permanent!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCurrently, we only have Japanese instructions, but the illustrations are the most important part. Please send a customer message or a message to My Visible Mend's Facebook page (or in the group) if you need more guidance! One of the most important things is always to look for the straight lines you can sew, across and diagonally, which will eventually form the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patches can be attached to the outside or inside of holes or worn areas. If you use them on the inside, secure them with long basting stitches using sewing thread, safety pins, or a glue pen, with the print facing you so you can see it, then sew straight through so the thread forms the pattern on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube for some good help! 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The print washes out, so be careful not to iron the fabric before washing it, as the print may become permanent!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCurrently, we only have Japanese instructions, but the illustrations are the most important part. Feel free to send a customer message or a message on the My Visible Mend Facebook page (or in the group) if you need more guidance! One of the most important things is to always look for the straight lines you can sew, across and diagonally, which will eventually form the pattern.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patches can be attached to the outside or inside of holes or worn areas. If you use them on the inside, attach them with long basting stitches with sewing thread, safety pins, or a glue pen, and have the print facing you so you can see it, then sew straight through so the thread forms the pattern on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSearch for sashiko on YouTube and you will find a lot of good help! 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With a thinner thread, you can more easily sew on lighter and thinner materials, or even on thick ones, for a finer line and a different effect.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe thread is from Olympus Japan, a company over 100 years old! In other words, they have a lot of experience :)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSashiko thread is a little more \"fluffy\" than embroidery floss, and adheres nicely to the fabric you are sewing into, blending in over time as an integrated part of the material.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere you get 20 colors at once, great for small repairs! The thin threads can be bought in balls of 80 meters \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/sashiko\/products\/sashiko-trad-tynn-100-bomull-80m\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(here),\u003c\/a\u003e while these bundles are 10m each.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/sashiko\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYou can find sashiko needles and thimbles here :)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39475672842285,"sku":"OLY-SMINI-THIN","price":239.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC1588_DxO_b5ce2400-1941-4bc0-a812-cd80f16abdf1-202575.jpg?v=1666781717"},{"product_id":"broderitrad-garden-party-kolleksjon-100-bomull-2-m-x-10-olympus","title":"Embroidery thread, Garden Party collection, 100% cotton, 2 m x 10 (Olympus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmbroidery thread in summer garden-inspired colour palettes, 100% cotton from Olympus Japan. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are 2 m of each colour, and 10 colours on each card\/palette. An easy and nice way to repair and decorate with colours that go well together! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe embroidery thread is of high quality, colourfast, and durable. For embroidery and mending clothes with embroidery thread, I recommend cutting the desired length and then splitting the thread so that the thickness matches what you are repairing. If you use very thick thread on a thin fabric, you risk making holes and causing wear at the transition between the embroidery\/repair and the rest of the garment. 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The book provides insight into how you can give clothes multiple lives in your own wardrobe by altering them or changing how we use them. We aim to provide knowledge and inspiration to everyone who wants to reduce the environmental impact of their own clothing consumption. The book will also make it possible to better understand the debate surrounding clothes and the environment, and it tells the story behind techniques and ideas and who is promoting them today. Lettfiks is written for men and women of all ages, with or without a sewing machine and ten left thumbs, but with one thing in common: they want clothes that fit their life and the planet's life. The book is more than a usual guide to repair. It shows how you can effectively utilize the knowledge you already have or acquire more. It provides insight into how caring for clothes until the very last shred is an important and particularly relevant part of the history of clothes and textiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLettfiks is the third book in a trilogy, which also includes Lettstelt and Lettkledd. Together, the books provide knowledge and inspiration for sustainable clothing consumption.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is extra fun to sell since it mentions this online store and repair, and the cover image was created by the online store's owner Eva Kittelsen!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the authors (from Wikipedia):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngun Grimstad Klepp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1999, she was employed as a researcher at\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Statens institutt for forbruksforskning\" class=\"mw-redirect\" href=\"https:\/\/no.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Statens_institutt_for_forbruksforskning\"\u003ethe National Institute for Consumer Research\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(SIFO), which in 2016 became part of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Høgskolen i Oslo og Akershus\" class=\"mw-redirect\" href=\"https:\/\/no.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/H%C3%B8gskolen_i_Oslo_og_Akershus\"\u003eOslo and Akershus University College\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(from 2018\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Oslomet – storbyuniversitetet\" href=\"https:\/\/no.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Oslomet_%E2%80%93_storbyuniversitetet\"\u003eOsloMet – Oslo Metropolitan University\u003c\/a\u003e). At the university, she currently holds the position of Research Professor, a position equivalent to a full professorship with identical competence requirements.\u003csup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/no.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ingun_Grimstad_Klepp#cite_note-2\"\u003e[2]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many years, Klepp has been an active communicator in various media, and in 2016 she was awarded\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Norges forskningsråds formidlingspris\" href=\"https:\/\/no.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Norges_forskningsr%C3%A5ds_formidlingspris\"\u003ethe Research Council of Norway's Award for Excellence in Communication.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003csup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/no.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ingun_Grimstad_Klepp#cite_note-3\"\u003e[3]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKlepp's research focuses on how an understanding of clothing can contribute to debates on environment, democracy, and health. She is also concerned with the relationship between technical, social, and historical approaches to textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTone Skårdal Tobiasson\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(from traadpodcast.com)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eTone Skårdal Tobiasson is a journalist focusing on environmental and sustainability issues in the fashion and textile industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eTone has extensive experience in the fashion and textile industry and a large national and international network. She is behind the initiative NICE, \u003cem\u003eNordic Initiative Clean and Ethical\u003c\/em\u003e, a platform for Nordic collaboration and innovation for a more sustainable fashion industry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sentraldistribusjonen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39545986678829,"sku":"BOK-SD-LTFKS","price":299.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC00149-2.jpg?v=1657273660"},{"product_id":"hefte-begynnerveiledning-for-synlig-og-usynlig-reparasjon-av-eva-kittelsen","title":"Pamphlet Beginner's Guide to Visible (and Invisible) Mending by Eva Kittelsen","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn this booklet, I have compiled some of the techniques, thoughts, information, and experiences that are useful when starting to repair clothes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe booklet covers a little about what and why we should repair, a little about different materials and how this affects repairs, various ways to patch, some ways to darn, reinforcing worn fabrics, securing thread, some practical hand stitches, and a selection of embroidery stitches. Each section has examples of how the techniques can be used and combined for both very discreet repairs and, of course, visible repairs. The last section provides an overview of various tools available for marking textiles and how they can be used to draw and transfer patterns and motifs onto different fabrics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMuch of this information can be found on this webshop's blog and Instagram, and more will come, but if you want the most important information gathered in one physical, analog place, or as a gift for someone for whom this is very new, it is a practical introduction and summary of what I have learned through my own repair work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHope you like it!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegards, Eva :)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MyVisibleMend","offers":[{"title":"Norwegian","offer_id":52604012003642,"sku":"BOK-EVA-BEG-1","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"English","offer_id":52604012036410,"sku":"BOK-EVA-BEG-2","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/files\/IMG_5125.jpg?v=1754402511"},{"product_id":"bok-the-mending-directory-over-50-modern-stitch-patterns-for-visible-repairs-av-erin-eggenburg","title":"Book, The Mending Directory, over 50 modern stitch patterns for visible repairs by Erin Eggenburg (English)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wrenbirdmends\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eErin Eggenburg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, who designed the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/markeringshjelpemidler\/products\/mending-transfers-vannloselige-selvklebende-reparasjonsmaler-wren-bird-arts\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMending Transfers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/markeringshjelpemidler\/products\/copy-of-mending-transfers-vannloselige-selvklebende-reparasjonsmaler-wren-bird-arts\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmbroidery Transfers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e available in this online store, has published a book! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eErin has loved hand sewing for many years. When she started working for a charity with clothes and saw how much textile waste came from her city alone, she began experimenting with decorative repair of jeans, and eventually offered repair courses and workshops, live and, when the coronavirus pandemic hit, online as well. She has now taught hundreds of workshops!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are countless ways to approach repair. This book focuses on repair using decorative stitches on the outside of the garment, on woven and knitted items. \u003cbr\u003eAt the back of the book, there are sheets with motifs that can be transferred to fabric by ironing them onto the garment, allowing the ink to transfer, so you can easily recreate the patterns in the book. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll the patterns for woven fabrics are built up from running stitches in various directions, patterns, and combinations, and have different levels of difficulty. The slightly shorter section on knitting shows different ways you can darn and combine colours to achieve exciting and varied results. This is a delightful book for any sewing enthusiast who wants to experiment and play with visible mending!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40013446348845,"sku":"sp-bo-920361","price":229.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC00162.jpg?v=1657273368"},{"product_id":"bok-embroidered-wildflowers-kazuko-aoki-engelsk","title":"Book, Embroidered Wildflowers, Kazuko Aoki, (English)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely little embroidery book with patterns and instructions for floral embroidery based on the seasons. Dandelions, grass, bees, poppies, small birds, trees from all seasons, violets, thistles, butterflies, straw and grasshoppers, autumn leaves and mushrooms, ants, snails, and even a bit of moss – this book has it all!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFloral embroidery is something many enjoy using for repairs, to cover tears, stains, or small holes, or simply to embellish and upgrade a garment or other textiles. If you love to embroider but want some help and inspiration for more varied nature motifs, this book is perfect.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first section features pictures of finished embroideries, followed by some general guidance on embroidery, explanations of different stitch types and how they can be varied, and then line drawings indicating which stitches are used where, thread thickness, and DMC color codes (so you can get exactly the same colors with the embroidery threads in this webshop!)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are several ways to transfer the motifs. You can copy them with a copier (or scan and print) and use carbon paper, or you can use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/markeringshjelpemidler\/products\/vannloselig-stabilisering\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSoluvlies\u003c\/a\u003e and draw over the motifs before stretching them in a hoop with the fabric you want to sew on, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/collections\/markeringshjelpemidler\/products\/solufix-22-5-cm-x-30-cm\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSolufix\u003c\/a\u003e which you can stick on. These wash away!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe author is from Japan, where the flora is strikingly similar to what we have in Norway, so here you will be able to find many of your own favorites from forests and fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is 94 pages, packed with beautiful motifs you can transfer to your textiles :)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Search Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40013712425005,"sku":"sp-bo-808018","price":229.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC00152.jpg?v=1657272275"},{"product_id":"koginsett-til-puteformet-nalepute","title":"Quilting set for a pincushion with a cushion shape","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKogin is a type of embroidery that is somewhat similar to Norwegian smøyg (drawn thread work) or counted stitch. Geometric patterns are created by covering areas of fabric with horizontal stitches, counting your way through loosely woven fabric, and building up the pattern row by row.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/blogs\/myvisiblemend\/hva-er-kogin\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about the technique here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese kits contain a needle, thread, batting, fabric, and instructions (illustrated chart with Japanese text - see the link above for general guidance) for 1 pincushion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can also fill it with other things, possibly other things in combination with the included batting if you want more weight, or something that \"sharpens\" needles (like sand, walnut shells, steel wool, or similar).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you fill it with something other than batting, it may be a good idea to place a layer of more tightly woven fabric under the linen after you have finished embroidering, before cinching it closed with the filling, as the linen fabric is loosely woven to be suitable for kogin embroidery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Finished product measures approximately 10 x 10 x 3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":40079242461229,"sku":"OLY-KOG-62","price":175.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":40079242493997,"sku":"OLY-KOG-63","price":175.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC1201_DxO_DxO.jpg?v=1639091256"},{"product_id":"koginsett-til-kubeformet-nalepute","title":"Sewing kit for cube-shaped pincushion","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKogin is a type of stitching that somewhat resembles Norwegian smøyg or counted thread embroidery. Geometric patterns are created by covering areas of fabric with horizontal stitches, counting between the loosely woven fabric and building up the pattern row by row.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/blogs\/myvisiblemend\/hva-er-kogin\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about the technique here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese kits contain a needle, thread, wadding, fabric, and instructions (illustrated chart with Japanese text - see the link above for general guidance) for 1 pincushion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can also fill with other materials, or other materials in combination with the included wadding if you want more weight, or something that \"sharpens\" the needles (like sand, walnut shells, steel wool, or similar). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you fill with something other than wadding, it might be a good idea to place a layer of more tightly woven fabric under the linen after you've finished embroidering, before you cinch it up with the filling, since the linen fabric is loosely woven to be suitable for kogin stitching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Finished product measures approx. 6 x 6 x 3 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olympus","offers":[{"title":"Navy blue","offer_id":40079255633965,"sku":"OLY-KOG-9","price":139.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false},{"title":"White","offer_id":40079255666733,"sku":"OLY-KOG-8","price":139.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/products\/DSC1210_DxO_DxO.jpg?v=1639091671"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/6927\/2621\/collections\/EvaKittelsen_027-3316469.jpg?v=1769757248","url":"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/en-en\/collections\/forhandssalg.oembed?page=6","provider":"MyVisibleMend","version":"1.0","type":"link"}