From Japan, with Love: Mountain Stream Freezes

Entry #35: 2022 January 25

The other day I visited a watoji artisan. Japanese book binding that, if I am allowed to simplify, is making a vertical line of holes and binding with thread using one of many different threading patterns. I am looking to create a physical microseasonal journal for everyone and thought that a watoji method might be perfectly appropriate. That said, the hand work is extremely detailed, and each thread and paper must be selected with care as not everything suits watoji. The binding method also requires special protective edges, as well as a paper folding technique. I’m still currently in the “educating myself” phase, but it would be such a pleasure if I’m able to bring a microseasonal journal in this way.

♡ momoko

Microseasonal Stars

January 25 - 29

Winter > Deep Chill > Mountain Stream Freezes

Is stillness comfortable for you?