Katazome-shi 046 Size:Full Sheet - 24 x 36" soft and versatile decorative paper

soft and versatile decorative paper ideal for many different applications

Washi is the word for traditional papers made by hand

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handmade translucent kozo papers you will understand why

Katazome-shi 046 Size:Full Sheet - 24 x 36" soft and versatile decorative paper"Katazome shi" literally means stencil dyed papers. Using traditional kimono printing techniques, these elegant bold patterned papers were developed in Kyoto during the 20th century by an inspired soul. Using persimmon dyed kozo as the stencils, and aided by paste and "Kojiro" (soy bean juice), the pigments absorb deeply into the paper to produce long lasting colour and the unmistakable look of a print truly made by hand. While beautiful and