Abstract
In this paper, the authors discuss significance of Banujil needlework for Korean women with the light of the first technical book Choson Jaebong Jeonseo published in 1925, and interviews with MS. Yang Kap-Jo who are keeping Banujil needlework as her lifework under the influence of the book. Once Banujil needlework was considered one of the most important virtues of women, they used to make all clothes of their family by own hands. They always choose appropriate materials and shape/design according to changes of season. In addition, they did not waste any material, even a scrap of cloth. Under prevailing ethics of Confucianism throughout their life, women expressed their identity through Banujil needlework. The culture of Banujil needlework is reflected in Choson Jaebong Jeonseo.
