{"product_id":"design-with-japanese-obi-paperback","title":"Design with Japanese Obi - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDiane Wiltshire\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAnn Wiltshire\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJapanese Obi or \"sashes\" are colorful pieces of fabric that can be used to great effect in interior decorating as well as traditional Japanese dress.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eDesign with Japanese Obi\u003c\/i\u003e, the authors present the obi as it is being used in interiors today, demonstrating simple yet striking techniques for making these exquisite kimono sashes the centerpiece of any room's decor. The focus is on seven key uses for obi that are applicable to nearly any setting imaginable, such as: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Artistic table arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Dining room accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Framing enhancements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fabric coverings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003eThese and other dramatic and innovative uses of obi in interior design and decoration are presented along with such essentials as color coordination, fabric shaping, and accessories for hanging obi. The vivid photographs in this book present some of the most elegant interiors the authors have found, from Tokyo to Washington D.C., and show the obi being used in today's homes to create a sumptuous, refined, and modern ambiance.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiane Wiltshire\u003c\/b\u003e, during thirteen years in Japan, decorated the homes of numerous Japanese and Westerners, experimenting with using obi in new and exciting ways. As a buyer for East West Anitques in Mississippi, Diane visits auctions, warehouses, and shrine sales throughout Japan, always searching for unique and beautiful obi. She is perhaps best known for her guidebook, \u003ci\u003eJapan for Kids\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnn Wiltshire started her business, East West Antiques, together with her daughter Diane in 1984. Today the company carries a large selection of Japanese obi an accessories, and has an international clientele. An acknowledged expert in the field, she lectures frequently on the obi at various museums and elsewhere, and was a featured speaker at the Asian Arts and Lecture series presented by Gump's department store in San Francisco.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 x 10 x 7.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 20, 2016\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51757621772576,"sku":"9780804847575","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/a55d1caa107614aff4e78614cc8e32a1.webp?v=1780107006","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/design-with-japanese-obi-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}