Wrapping items with fabric

Wrapping items with fabric is an ancient tradition in many different cultures.

Pojagi

“Pojagi” is the Korean word for wrapping cloth. These wrapping cloths were used to carry, store, give or cover special items. Learn more about traditional Korean wrapping cloths in this post.

Furoshiki

“Furoshiki” is the Japanese word for wrapping cloth. These are very similar to pojagi, but my research has shown one significant difference. As far as I have learned, furoshiki were never made with patchwork – they were only ever a solid piece of fabric.

See more about the difference between pojagi and furoshiki in this short video.

Wrapping things with fabric

There are different ways to wrap things depending on the size and shape. This is both a sustainable way to wrap gifts and carry items, and a beautiful way to display your fabric collection.

Click on the links to the following tutorials for full video instruction.

Simple way to start wrapping with fabric

This simple method for wrapping with fabric works with almost anything. It is the best way to get started with fabric wrapping.

Wrap a long gift

Long gifts have specific challenges for wrapping. See how to wrap a long gift with a square poajgi.

Wrap a cylinder

See how to wrap an item that is cylindrical.

Wrap two books

Wrapping books with pojagi is useful for students or anyone who reads.

Learn more

The word “pojagi” means wrapping cloth, but it is also used to refer to other things. Learn more about pojagi and traditional Korean sewing HERE.