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Korean bat embellishment

This bat embellishment (called bakgi mae dup) is a traditional Korean motif. It is meant to add good luck to the pojagi (wrapping cloth) and give best wishes to the gift recipient.

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Five ways to use a Hera marker

A Hera marker is the best sewing tool that you’ve never heard of. It is inexpensive, easy to store and can be used with multiple techniques.

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Rolled fabric pojagi embellishment

This rolled flower ornament is a common decorative element in traditional pojagi. It is not difficult, but takes a bit of planning ahead, since it involves glue and you need to allow drying time.

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Triple Backstitch Tutorial for Traditional Pojagi

The triple backstitch is a common design element in pojagi. It is used primarily as an accent or to hold two layers of fabric together like quilting, but it is not a seam.

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How to stitch a reversible pojagi seam by hand

Pojagi is an ancient Korean art form. Women used to make wrapping cloths for storing and carrying household and personal items.

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How to stitch a lined pojagi seam by hand

Pojagi is an ancient Korean fibre art. Traditionally it was used to make wrapping cloths to store and carry household items and family heirlooms. Today these techniques are used to make a variety of items.

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