Journal

The Beauty of Shibori Kimono
The Beauty of Shibori Kimono
Today I spent some time looking through a few shibori kimono. Shibori is a traditional Japanese dyeing technique where the fabric is tied, stitched, or folded before dyeing. The process... Read more...
Less, But Better at Tobacco Factory Market
Less, But Better at Tobacco Factory Market
Last week I received a notice from Tobacco Factory Market. The market encourages traders to focus on handmade work, original design, vintage pieces, and thoughtfully curated collections. Because of this,... Read more...
A Very Cold Weekend at the Market
A Very Cold Weekend at the Market
This weekend’s market was a cold one. Only a week ago it felt like spring had finally arrived, but this weekend it felt as if winter had suddenly returned. The... Read more...
A Freezing Friday at St Nicholas Market
A Freezing Friday at St Nicholas Market
Today I traded at St Nicholas Market. It felt as if winter had suddenly returned. The temperature dropped sharply, and I spent most of the day wrapped up and shivering... Read more...
New Arrivals from Japan
New Arrivals from Japan
Today a new shipment arrived from Japan. This delivery includes sukajan jackets, MA-1 jackets, and some wonderfully soft Sanrio lounge sets. Each piece has its own character, and opening the... Read more...
Working on New Obi Denim Jackets
Working on New Obi Denim Jackets
Today I continued working on a new piece for the shop — an upcycled denim jacket using vintage Japanese obi. These jackets combine denim with bold obi patterns on the... Read more...
Hinamatsuri – A Celebration of Craft and Care
Hinamatsuri – A Celebration of Craft and Care
Today, 3rd March, is Hinamatsuri in Japan — also known as Girls’ Day. Traditionally, families display ornamental dolls dressed in Heian-era court clothing and pray for the health and happiness... Read more...
Online Store Update – Improved Model Images
Online Store Update – Improved Model Images
Today I updated several model images on the online store to make each piece easier to imagine and style. When working with one-of-a-kind garments, presentation matters. The way a piece... Read more...
Slow Production, Real Craft
Slow Production, Real Craft
I’ve been waiting for sample pieces from the sewing workshop in India since December, and they’re still in progress. Working internationally — especially with small, family-run factories — always requires... Read more...
Weathering the Weekend Market
Weathering the Weekend Market
This weekend’s market was not an easy one. On Saturday afternoon, the rain suddenly turned heavy, and today the wind was strong enough to make me wonder whether the tent... Read more...
One of One – New Kimono Now Online
One of One – New Kimono Now Online
Today I uploaded the new kimono pieces that arrived from Japan to the online store. Every garment is one of one, which makes the process slow and detailed. Photographing, measuring,... Read more...
Back in the UK and Back to the Studio
Back in the UK and Back to the Studio
I’m back in the UK and straight into work. Yesterday I returned home, and today I was already replying to Etsy messages and catching up on orders. There is something... Read more...