Washi Love

I love paper. One of my favorites is washi paper from Japan. Many of these designs are based on silk kimono patterns and are highlighted with touches of gold and silver ink. Like fabric, most washi paper can be viewed from any angle - the prints are non-directional.

This ume blossom (plum flower) design caught my eye in part because of the interesting color combination. I would not typically choose a bright orange to pair with a dusty pink and maroon. However, I do think the colors work together. Japanese design does that for me - I see new combinations and ways of viewing nature. As I considered the color combination, I remembered I had another piece of wahi with a similar pallette.

I wonder if this is a faddish combination or if I just never noticed it in the past.

Comments

[Heather T.]

Yikes, have the vintage people been infiltrating the washi business? ;) That second one in particular seems really Western. Cool observations!