Katazome-shi 117 Size:Full Sheet - 24 x 36" was developed in Japan during

was developed in Japan during the Edo Period (1603-1867)

The fashionable kimono textiles being produced in the Yuzen area of Kyoto inspired the papermakers to produce small-scale paper imitations intended for use on dolls and tiny household items

making them ideal for covering books and boxes

While beautiful and decorative – perfect for framing – these papers are also incredibly strong

The base paper is a combination of kozo and sulphite and the pigments used are fade resistant resulting in a strong

Katazome-shi 117 Size:Full Sheet - 24 x 36" was developed in Japan during"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