paper pattern stencil - cherry blossom pedal (kozakura)

The meticulous but whimsical ethos of these Edoites can be seen in their komon (fine patterns).
Edo komon textiles look almost like solid colors from far away, but when viewed up close, they reveal countless tiny dots and shapes.
Endless rows of fine dots. When you look closely, you see that ... each is a cherry blossom pedal.
The meticulous character of the people of Edo gave rise to the tiny, intricate patterns known as komon.