This pattern is a low-relief, laser-engraved paper pattern.

Laser Cut
Low Relief Pattern
for roller printing process (also useful for metal clay)
(Jewelry Industry)

Description: http://int.kateigaho.com/spr05/katagami.html

Japan's Exquisite Paper Patterns

text by Machico Yorozu

Originating in the Nara Period (710-794), katagami, or Japanese paper stencil patterns, were first used for applying designs in dye to leather goods such as stirrups and warrior helmets. They later came to be used for dyeing textiles and made great advances with the development of the kimono culture. The early paper stencil patterns were called Ise katagami since they were created in towns such as Shiroko and Jike on the shore of Ise Bay in former Ise Province (present-day Mie prefecture). They were sold all over Japan by itinerant traders. A journey to visit the roots of Ise katagami will give you insights into the heart of traditional Japanese culture.

Original Image: public domain image


*Each pattern imprints a little differently based on the thickness of the line in the artwork.

*IMPORTANT** If you are using these patterns for metal clay please specify when ordering. Rolling mill patterns are reduced in one direction to compensate for the stretching that happens during the roller printing process.