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5 Best Midjourney Prompts: October 2024 (Traditional Crafts)

Modifiers related to traditional crafting techniques around the world.

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Daniel Nest
Oct 31, 2024
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It’s the last day of the month, which means it’s time for another monthly list of Midjourney modifiers.

I’ve now twice tried to retire this tradition, but you told me in no uncertain terms that you want it to continue:

So let’s look at five more descriptors to modify your prompts with.

This month’s theme is traditional crafts and techniques.

Today’s showcase subjects are the same as for last Sunday’s --sref codes:

  • Sunflower

  • Owl

  • Hat

Let’s go!

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Prompt #1: “[subject], sashiko”

Sashiko (literally “little stabs” - pretty badass) is a type of Japanese hand stitching traditionally used to decorate or reinforce parts of clothing most susceptible to wear and tear (or to repair torn parts using patches). Midjourney typically generates the classic white-on-black look for this prompt (white threads + indigo-blue materials).

Sample images:

Sunflower, owl, hat + sashiko in MidjourneySunflower, owl, hat + sashiko in MidjourneySunflower, owl, hat + sashiko in Midjourney

Prompt #2: “[subject], millefiori”

Millefi…

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