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Handicrafts - INI

Handicrafts is a general term for creative activities that use tools such as needles and thread, knitting needles, and felting needles to process materials such as fabric, thread, and wool to create works. There are various techniques including knitting, embroidery, patchwork, and felting, and a wide range of items from practical goods to decorative pieces are produced. Japan has traditional handicrafts such as sashiko and kogin-zashi, and in modern times, they are enjoyed not only as hobbies but also as means of cultural inheritance and artistic expression.

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[item.knitting]
code=01
slug=knitting
name=Knitting
description=A handicraft technique using knitting needles or crochet hooks to work with yarn.
category=Thread-based Crafts

[item.embroidery]
code=02
slug=embroidery
name=Embroidery
description=A decorative handicraft technique stitching patterns onto fabric with needle and thread.
category=Thread-based Crafts

[item.patchwork]
code=03
slug=patchwork
name=Patchwork
description=A handicraft technique combining different fabrics to create patterns.
category=Fabric-based Crafts

[item.felting]
code=04
slug=felting
name=Felting
description=A handicraft technique processing wool to create stuffed animals and accessories.
category=Wool-based Crafts

[item.sewing]
code=05
slug=sewing
name=Sewing
description=A technique cutting and sewing fabric to create clothing and accessories.
category=Fabric-based Crafts

[item.beadwork]
code=06
slug=beadwork
name=Beadwork
description=A handicraft technique stringing beads to create accessories and decorations.
category=Decorative Crafts

[item.sashiko]
code=07
slug=sashiko
name=Sashiko
description=A traditional Japanese embroidery technique used for reinforcing and decorating fabric.
category=Japanese Traditional Crafts

[item.kogin-zashi]
code=08
slug=kogin-zashi
name=Kogin-zashi
description=A traditional sashiko technique from the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture.
category=Japanese Traditional Crafts

[item.crochet]
code=09
slug=crochet
name=Crochet
description=A technique using a single hooked needle to work with yarn.
category=Thread-based Crafts

[item.quilting]
code=10
slug=quilting
name=Quilting
description=A technique layering fabric and batting, stitched to create three-dimensional patterns.
category=Fabric-based Crafts

[item.cross-stitch]
code=11
slug=cross-stitch
name=Cross-Stitch
description=An embroidery technique creating patterns with X-shaped stitches.
category=Embroidery Techniques

[item.needle-felting]
code=12
slug=needle-felting
name=Needle Felting
description=A technique using specialized needles to poke wool and create three-dimensional works.
category=Wool-based Crafts

[item.lace-making]
code=13
slug=lace-making
name=Lace Making
description=A technique using fine thread to create delicate openwork patterns.
category=Thread-based Crafts

[item.applique]
code=14
slug=applique
name=Applique
description=A technique attaching cut-out fabric shapes onto another fabric.
category=Fabric-based Crafts

[item.macrame]
code=15
slug=macrame
name=Macrame
description=A technique tying cords or strings to create decorative woven items.
category=Thread-based Crafts

[item.tsumami-zaiku]
code=16
slug=tsumami-zaiku
name=Tsumami Zaiku
description=A traditional Japanese craft pinching fabric to create flower shapes.
category=Japanese Traditional Crafts

[item.ribbon-embroidery]
code=17
slug=ribbon-embroidery
name=Ribbon Embroidery
description=A technique using ribbons to embroider three-dimensional floral patterns.
category=Embroidery Techniques

[item.wet-felting]
code=18
slug=wet-felting
name=Wet Felting
description=A technique using water and soap to solidify wool.
category=Wool-based Crafts

[item.tatting]
code=19
slug=tatting
name=Tatting
description=A lace technique using a shuttle to create knots.
category=Thread-based Crafts

[item.weaving]
code=20
slug=weaving
name=Weaving
description=A technique interlacing warp and weft threads to create fabric.
category=Thread-based Crafts