{"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-NEEDLE","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","url":"https:\/\/www.myvisiblemend.no\/en-en\/products\/naler-kogin-2pk","provider":"MyVisibleMend","version":"1.0","type":"link"}