Several forms of stitching are native to the country of Japan including temari, bunka work, sashiko and traditional silk embroidery on clothing.
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- Kurenai-kai Japanese school in Chiba, Japan. Education, supplies, exhibits of stitching on obi and kimono.
- The Japanese Embroidery Center Georgia, USA, studio. Classes, supplies (fabrics, threads, tools and books) and a gallery.
- Japanese Temari Temari book author, Barbara B. Suess, shares temari photos by level of stitching, free temari patterns and book information.
- Japanese Embroidery UK Kurenai-Kai graduate authorized tutors, supplies, classes and inspiration in the UK.
- Bunka With Flair Japanese art of stichery with rayon thread and a punch needle. Kits, accessories and teacher referrals.
- Yahoo Group: TemariChallenge Forum for exploring the techniques and designs of temari. Experienced stitchers help answer questions that go beyond the basics.
- Yahoo Group: The Japanese Embroidery List A forum for students and teachers of the Japanese Embroidery Center in Georgia, USA.
- Wikipedia: Sashiko Quilting Information on a functional type of stitching used to decorate clothing as well as hold it together.
- Temari from Russia Traditional Japanese embroidered balls - gallery, patterns, articles. Site in Russian, but most pictures and diagrams are understandable without knowledge of Russian.
- Studio Aika Sashiko design, instruction and gallery. Kofu (traditional fabric) gallery.
- Bunka Craft Embroidery Company Designer and manufacturer of bunka embroidery kits. Also offering supplies and instruction in the art of Japanese bunka shishu.
- Temari Addict Australia Connect with temari stitchers and share resources in Australia.
- TemariKai Yahoo discussion group companion site. Features patterns, resources, a how-to guide, community albums, and mailing list.