{"product_id":"japanese-washi-gift-wrapping-papers","title":"Japanese Washi Gift Wrapping Papers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese fine-quality tear-out sheets feature 12 prints inspired by Japanese Washi paper designs ― a type of traditional handmade paper. In Japanese, 'wa' means 'Japanese' and 'shi' means 'paper.' Having been made for 1400 years, the craft of making washi paper is a registered UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn introduction details the history and meaning behind the designs, giving you a better idea of their origin. Some wrapping ideas are also provided for inspiration to maximize your creativity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 sheets of 18 x 24 inch (45 x 61 cm) tear-out paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 unique patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforations so the papers are easy to tear out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrapping tips \u0026amp; tricks \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tradition of gift wrapping originated in Asia, with the first documented use in China in the 2nd century BC. Japanese furoshiki, reusable wrapping cloth, is still in use four centuries after it was first created. Gift wrapping is one custom that has prevailed through the ages and across the world-it should be special for both the gift giver and recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New South Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32473426264113,"sku":"9780804852333","price":26.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0908\/7624\/products\/Webp.net-resizeimage-2020-10-11T181041.396.jpg?v=1602400423","url":"https:\/\/paperparrot.com.au\/products\/japanese-washi-gift-wrapping-papers","provider":"Paper Parrot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}