For the end-of-year celebrations, we invite you to discover Furoshiki. A traditional method of folding and tying fabric for gift wrapping that will appeal to everyone looking to avoid piles of paper waste, as well as lovers of "beauty" who prefer the feel of a square of linen to that of a glossy paper in garish colors.
Furoshiki for gift wrappingThe Furoshiki is a Japanese wrapping method that combines elegance and originality.
Gift pouch with seasonal dried flowerA minimalist and poetic design, adding an elegant and refined touch to your gifts.
A bit of history:
The use of Furoshiki dates back to the Nara era (8th century), but it became widespread nine centuries later, during the Edo period. The Japanese then used these large pieces of fabric to carry their belongings to public baths.
In the 20th century, the arrival of plastic bags initially caused Furoshiki to fall out of favor before it became, at the end of the century, a symbol of "mottainai," a Japanese concept that rejects waste.
Today, the custom is that each Japanese person uses their own Furoshiki to wrap and carry their gifts to their host before retrieving it.
How to choose your Furoshiki?
Made of silk, cotton, or viscose, the size of the square varies from 45 cm (for wrapping money) to 230 cm (for carrying a futon). For wrapping your gifts, we recommend choosing a square of 50 to 70 cm in size.
But that's not all! Like Japanese incense, the colors and patterns of Furoshiki vary depending on the occasion, season, and the person receiving the gift. For example, you can choose shades like red, gold, green, and light blue for happy events, while darker tones are reserved for sad occasions.
The technique is not very complicated; you simply wrap your object in the fabric and then use two corners to make a knot that serves as a handle to offer your gift. Here are some examples based on shapes:
So, are you ready to try it?
