Katazome-shi 046 486 While beautiful and decorative –

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

5 x 11" hand cut sample of this paper is available

Using persimmon-dyed kozo as the stencils

In Japanese Akebono means 'dawn' and after seeing these delicate

Katazome-shi 046 486 While beautiful and decorative –"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