Who we are

The International HOUSE OF BUNKA INC. (HOBI) is a Canadian owned company founded by Kathleen Haney in 1983 to teach, promote and to sell high-quality supplies related to Bunka Embroidery. HOBI manufacturers HOBI's bunka embroidery designer kits designed by Kathleen Haney, imports Tokyo bunka embroidery, Matsuhato and is the exclusive Canadian importer and distributor for Kazari-West bunka embroidery.

HOBI -- offers Services, Mail Order, HELP HOT LINE, Instruction and a complete line of products for the Bunka Embroidery stitchers from beginner to advance. Contact HOBI for price lists, general information and current information on classes and workshops available. We offer a support system for you to continue to gain knowledge in the art of Bunka Embroidery.

HOBI's Instructors -- teach classes in morning, afternoon and evening programs, Senior Centers, Community Centers, and Home Studios. Contact International HOUSE OF BUNKA INC. FOR INFORMATION ON CLASSES IN YOUR AREA.

Would you like to become a Certified HOBI Instructor? INSTRUCTOR INQUIRES WELCOME.


H-001 (Workshop #1) 12"x16" (30x40cm)
The pictures on our web site have been framed by Kathy's husband Bob Haney of Homecraft Framing. Bob offers custom framing for all cross stitch, needlepoint, embroidery, paintings, photographs and prints etc. Specializing in Bunka Embroidery framing.
All rights reserved. The designs, catalogues and written material are copyrighted. No part of this website may be reproduced without the written permission of Kathleen M. Haney, International HOUSE OF BUNKA INC.


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