＝＝＝＝ Gokuboso★Kasuri (Fine Thin★Mottled Dye)＝＝＝＝

This is a "Kasuri-dyed" product made from fine thin paper bands.
By applying a special dyeing process, it becomes a natural-textured, gentle craft material. The base paper used is a strong, high-quality paper produced in Kochi Prefecture, proven by the Usagiya Collection color series.
The paper band processing follows the conventional steps, but is skillfully carried out by Japan’s only long-established paper processing company.

【Reference Link】
You can view the Usagiya blog article introducing the color "Turquoise" by clicking here. Please refer to it.

【Features】
① Very fine paper yarn (the origin of the product name)
② The suppleness and thinness characteristic of fine yarns.
③ Though a fine yarn paper band, it has high tensile strength.
④ Can withstand repeated weaving work.
⑤ Finished products are lightweight with a soft touch.

Handicrafts created using Gokuboso paper bands enable unique and unprecedented works. It is especially suitable for small items made with techniques such as Ishidatami weaving and Yotsudatami weaving.

【Usage Hints (PDF)】
① Tips for Handling Gokuboso Paper Bands
② Tips for Repairing Cracks in Gokuboso Paper Bands
③ Tussie Mussie-style Crack Prevention Tips
④ Pocaco-style Crack Prevention Tips

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