{"product_id":"the-soul-of-gift-wrapping-creative-techniques-for-expressing-gratitude-inspired-by-the-japanese-art-of-giving-9781635865547","title":"The Soul of Gift Wrapping: Creative Techniques for Expressing Gratitude, Inspired by the Japanese Art of Giving","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith a combination of inventive wrapping designs, inspiring personal essays, and step-by-step techniques, Megumi Inouye invites readers to transform the act of wrapping into a gratitude practice. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \"If Marie Kondo inspired you to change the way you fold T-shirts, then artist Megumi Lorna Inouye's guide to creating beautiful gift-wrapping is for you.\"--\u003ci\u003eBookPage\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Drawing on the gift-giving traditions of her Japanese heritage, Inouye explores how the act of giving a thoughtfully wrapped gift can be a creative, caring act for both the giver and the receiver. Using recycled and repurposed materials, Inouye's approach inspires readers to think intentionally about the presentation of every gift, whether it's a tip for an unseen hotel housekeeper, a simple gift of fresh fruit for a neighbor, or a special birthday gift for a beloved family member. Detailed step-by-step photos teach Inouye's artful approach to every aspect of wrapping--including tape-free folding, paper and fabric bows, clever message tags, and one-of-a-kind approaches for odd-shaped items--and guide readers in creating their own unique gift presentations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Megumi Lorna Inouye\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Storey Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/02\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 208\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.14lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.11h x 6.14w x 0.94d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781635865547","brand":"Ripon Bookstore","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":44146673090605,"sku":"9781635865547","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/0501\/1245\/files\/img_ea1c3ae1-83ac-4e4a-bcc2-08eefe89585a.jpg?v=1757178838","url":"https:\/\/riponbookstore.com\/products\/the-soul-of-gift-wrapping-creative-techniques-for-expressing-gratitude-inspired-by-the-japanese-art-of-giving-9781635865547","provider":"Ripon Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}