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Patterns of Afghanistan: Inspired by Tribal Embroidery Motifs [Print Replica] Kindle Edition

by Sima Vaziry (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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There is a total of 720 patterns in this book with editable digital files available for download. The patterns are based on traditional Afghan embroideries and take inspiration from Afghan Baluch, Hazara, Kuchi, Nuristani, Pashtun, Tajik, Turkmen and Uzbek designs.

The designs have been simplified and modernized, and a range of different colour palettes has been added to make them more versatile and widely accessible, keeping current tastes in mind. They may be used as the basis for the design of a multitude of different items, including jewellery, fabrics, clothing items, cushions, curtains and packaging.
Embroidery in Afghanistan is done by women and young girls who create exquisite work to express themselves. They communicate visual stories to their close relations, from mother to daughter and tribe to tribe and maybe even to the wider world, thus ensuring the survival of their handed down traditions.

About the Author
Sima Vaziry is an award-winning, London based jewellery designer, a second career she came into after a long graphic design background. She has to date designed six jewellery collections for the British Museum and this, her first book has its roots in the extensive research she did for the "Alina" collection which was created for Turquoise Mountain, a British not-for-profit organization.

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“Sima is giving us a way into this world, not only to enrich our understanding but to enable young artisans in Afghanistan, and people around the world to use and innovate from these traditions.”
Shoshana Stewart, CEO of Turquoise Mountain
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08XBFHM3B
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sima Vaziry
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 23, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1838389123
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Award-winner Sima Vaziry’s work has been recognised by the British Museum for whom she has created several commercial jewellery collections and her jewellery is part of the core range at the British Museum luxury shop.

Sima came into jewellery making as a second career from a graphic design background, after re-training, she launched her own business. It wasn’t long before her work was picked up by the British Museum and her first collection for them became one of their most popular and best selling ranges.

To date, Sima has designed six collections for the British Museum, and has also received enquiries from the Louvre in Paris. Her award winning piece was used on the cover of a new book, “Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers”.

Her success has been recognised in the form of press, TV and radio appearances including Sky TV and BBC Persia as well as BBC London radio. Her jewellery designs and personal story have been featured in “Woman & Home”, “Tatler” online and in all the main trade magazines.

Sima works from her shop at the OXO Tower, where she continues to make her collections, create bespoke items for private clients and supply the British Museum. She also passes on her knowledge through teaching and delivering talks in and around London.

For more information on press: www.simavaziry.com

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  • NoPublicName
    1.0 out of 5 stars Does not show you how to embroider the patterns
    Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2023
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    I bought the book thinking it would include the patterns for embroidery. It does not. It gives you a link to a website where you can buy each of the patterns for £9.95. Completely disappointed. Don't understand the point of the book. Would return but live outside of US and would cost more to ship. Very disappointed
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  • Sheila Di Monte
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelllent Book!
    Reviewed in Canada on August 25, 2022
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    Excellent graphic patterns. A modern touch to Afghanistan's traditional cultural patterns. Love this book!
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  • Mary Ann
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Beautiful and Inspirational Book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 28, 2021
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    This is a beautifully curated book which will be an inspiration to any creative person , artists and crafters alike, no matter what discipline they follow.
    Sima has also made available digital downloads of the patterns which is a wonderful addition to this collection.
    Thank you , Sima!
    Mary Ann White
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