Edo-Style Clock

Jake Spurlock — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 18:58:48 +0000

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Edo-Style Clock

$50

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Complexity: 3
Components: 5
Documentation: 4
Community: 2
Completeness: 4

TAGS: clocks, Japanese, retro, vintage

Reviewed: November 3rd, 2011

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Edo-Style Clock

$50

Company Website Buy now!

Complexity: 3
Components: 5
Documentation: 4
Community: 2
Completeness: 4

TAGS: clocks, Japanese, retro, vintage

Reviewed:

I had a great time building the Edo-Style clock kit from Gakken, and was amazed at its accuracy over several months of use. The kit is well designed, durable, and fun. The included picture-based directions are easy to follow, even if you don’t know Japanese, but if you plan to make one, you can also refer […]

Sashiko Daisies

Jake Spurlock — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 22:42:38 +0000

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TaDaa Studio LLC

Sashiko Daisies

$14

Company Website Buy now!

Complexity: 3
Components: 5
Documentation: 5
Community: 3
Completeness: 5

TAGS: craft, embroidery, Japanese, Sashiko, sewing

Reviewed: November 2nd, 2011

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TaDaa Studio LLC

Sashiko Daisies

$14

Company Website Buy now!

Complexity: 3
Components: 5
Documentation: 5
Community: 3
Completeness: 5

TAGS: craft, embroidery, Japanese, Sashiko, sewing

Reviewed:

Sashiko embroidery is a Japanese needle-art that can be both meditative and addictive. Colors are worked into the design by making “little stabs” along the printed lines, creating a surprisingly complex final piece. Once complete, the ink washes out, leaving only your perfect sewing. TaDaa provides beautiful thread, sashiko needles, a leather thimble, and a […]

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Edo-Style Clock

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Gakken

Edo-Style Clock

$50

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Gakken

Edo-Style Clock

$50

Sashiko Daisies

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TaDaa Studio LLC

Sashiko Daisies

$14

Make Kit Reviews

TaDaa Studio LLC

Sashiko Daisies

$14