Japanese Ikat Weaving

First Published in 1982, Japanese Ikat Weaving offers a professional approach to the subject, presented with great clarity and precision. The authors give an account of the history of Kasuri and describes the regional technical differences of its use in Japan.

Preface and Acknowledgements Part I: Introduction to Kasuri 1. Kasuri and ikat 2. Japanese kasuri Part II: Classification of Kasuri 1. By the direction in which the tide- dyed yarn is applied 2. By color 3. By technique 4. By place of production 5. By design Part III: Uses of Kasuri Material 1. Kimono 2. Futon 3. Other uses Part IV: Weft Kasuri 1. The basic technique 2. Making patterns for weft kasuri 3. Picture kasuri Part V: Warp Kasuri 1. The basic technique 2. Method for winding a warp on single handed 3. Making patterns for warp kasuri Part VI: Indigo 1. Indigofera Anil L 2. Indigo in Japan 3. The preparation of natural indigo by the old method 4. Dyeing of cotton with synthetic indigo 5. Dyeing of wool with synthetic indigo Bibliography Index