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Temari: How to Make Japanese Thread Balls Paperback – September 15, 1992

by Diana Vandervoort (Author)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 110 ratings
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Number one bestselling Temari beginner instruction book in English reveals Japan's superb tradition of stitchery on a ball. Inexpensive, easy-to-find materials produce exquisite patterns. An endless spectrum of colors and designs allow limitless possibilities. It is Elegantly Simple and Simply Elegant.
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  1. Print length
    123 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Japan Pubns
  4. Publication date
    September 15, 1992
  5. Dimensions
    7.25 x 0.5 x 10.25 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    087040881X
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0870408816
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About the Author

Since 1983, Diana Vandervoort has studied, designed and written Temari patterns and books. As a high school art teacher, Diana's instructions are English-focused rather than Japanese. They are clear and simple, visually combined with ample illustrations and diagrams. Her books have been best sellers in the field of Temari for many years. A regular television demonstrator on TNN's Aleene's Creative Living with Crafts and HGTV's Carol Duvall Show, her name became synonymous with the craft of Temari. This Beginner book provides a series of patterns that introduce the most basic types of Temari and their unusual stitching techniques. Each chapter is a building block toward success. Many have learned Temari from Diana's clean, clear and complete instructions.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Japan Pubns; First Edition (September 15, 1992)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 123 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 087040881X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0870408816
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.25 x 0.5 x 10.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 110 ratings

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
110 global ratings
Excellent resource with detailed instructions
5 Stars
Excellent resource with detailed instructions
I was fascinated with pictures of Temari balls on Internet and decided to order this book to learn more about it. I consider myself a beginner in the matter of crafts, but I try to follow instructions and have patience to learn.I only wrote this so that other readers can understand that a complete beginner can do a great Temari ball, just by following the instructions in the book and I posted a picture here on Amazon to show it. It is the second easiest ball in the book, and it took some time due to my general lack of time, but it was so rewarding afterwards and made a great gift!When I first got the book I was a little disappointed because the book was black and white with only eight full color pages, but when I started following instructions this caused no problems because everything is nicely drawn and very detailed. Step by step instructions great to follow!I loved the book and I can only recommend it to anyone who wants to learn about this wonderful craft.
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Francesca
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource with detailed instructions
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2013
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I was fascinated with pictures of Temari balls on Internet and decided to order this book to learn more about it. I consider myself a beginner in the matter of crafts, but I try to follow instructions and have patience to learn.
I only wrote this so that other readers can understand that a complete beginner can do a great Temari ball, just by following the instructions in the book and I posted a picture here on Amazon to show it. It is the second easiest ball in the book, and it took some time due to my general lack of time, but it was so rewarding afterwards and made a great gift!
When I first got the book I was a little disappointed because the book was black and white with only eight full color pages, but when I started following instructions this caused no problems because everything is nicely drawn and very detailed. Step by step instructions great to follow!
I loved the book and I can only recommend it to anyone who wants to learn about this wonderful craft.
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Francesca
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource with detailed instructions
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2013
I was fascinated with pictures of Temari balls on Internet and decided to order this book to learn more about it. I consider myself a beginner in the matter of crafts, but I try to follow instructions and have patience to learn.
I only wrote this so that other readers can understand that a complete beginner can do a great Temari ball, just by following the instructions in the book and I posted a picture here on Amazon to show it. It is the second easiest ball in the book, and it took some time due to my general lack of time, but it was so rewarding afterwards and made a great gift!
When I first got the book I was a little disappointed because the book was black and white with only eight full color pages, but when I started following instructions this caused no problems because everything is nicely drawn and very detailed. Step by step instructions great to follow!
I loved the book and I can only recommend it to anyone who wants to learn about this wonderful craft.
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Sara Graham Westermark
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book on making Temari Balls
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2021
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My friend misplaced her Temari ball book and I was glad to surprise her with this one. She loved it.
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embrace-each-day!
4.0 out of 5 stars Looks good
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2014
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I haven't had the opportunity to try making these yet, however the book seems to have a clear explanation with good illustrations. I'm anxious to get started.
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jef
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book.
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2017
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Having never tried Temari before, I found the directions to be precise and clear. I finished all the balls easily and have moved onto books 2 & 3.
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Taprevons
3.0 out of 5 stars Temari Japanese Thread Balls
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2011
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This book has some wonderful ideas, but I find the pictures and directions difficult to follow. If you have never worked on a temari ball before, the directions can be confusing. Pictures of the finished balls in the beginning are wonderful, but I wish the color pictures were with the actual directions for each ball.
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Viola Soffe
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2020
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Great book
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Maxine Downs
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2012
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Excellent for the beginner. Precise illustrations that are easy to follow. What it lacks in colorful photos it makes up in practicality. Other books are beautiful to look at but hard to interpret.
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Barbara J.
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2016
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Loved it. Instructions were clear. Diagrams easy to follow. Can't wait to get the next in the series.
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mrs g m martin
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 18, 2020
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I may start to follow this if I ever get the V ruler from USA.
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PattiM51
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on April 15, 2018
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Awesome book... excellent condition
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Maria Belén R V
3.0 out of 5 stars Belen1
Reviewed in Spain on September 10, 2016
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Mucho dinero para tan poca calidad en el papel del libro. A mi me ha decepcionado. Su contenido lo encuentras por otros medios.
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PCJ
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 25, 2016
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Great book for all levels of temari enthusiasts
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Leo Eijsermans
4.0 out of 5 stars The contents of the book are very good. The instructions are clear and easy to follow
Reviewed in Canada on August 24, 2014
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The contents of the book are very good. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. I have been able to make my first Temari with out too much trouble. Although it has the first pages in colour it would have been nicer to have some more colour through out the book. But I guess this way the cost was kept affordable.
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