Comparative Study on Traditional Embroidery Stitches (Braids) of Crafts in Some Countries in Asia

Abstract

The article discusses comparing Mongolian coin table stitches to traditional stitches in Japan and Korea as well as finding similarities and differences between those stitching techniques and tools. The study includes the origin of the Korean and Japanese traditional stitches, stitching techniques, and ornaments. Also, we studied how lifestyles appear in the stitches. To assist comparison and analysis, we collected relevant historical facts, books, literature, and videos. We found a few similarities in traditional stitching techniques in Mongolia, Japan, and Korea. Although these are knotting stitches, tying, and using hands to twist thread to do even stitching techniques, also uses round stitching tables – although stitching in different countries has its unique qualities. The article covers traditional stitching techniques and tools to make braids and their specific details in some Asian countries.