{"product_id":"rework-kimono","title":"Rework handmade vintage haori Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhy do I upcycle kimonos? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKimono is such a beautiful part of Japanese tradition, yet people in Japan rarely wear them anymore — and around 500 tonnes are thrown away every year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf they’re going to be thrown away, I’d rather cut them, stitch them, make them funky and give them a whole new life — then send them back out into the world to be loved again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s why I do what I do. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this piece, I used a beautiful vintage purple shibori haori.\u003cbr\u003eShibori, an ancient Japanese dyeing technique, creates unique patterns through a series of twists, folds, and stitches. This particular design, with its vibrant red butterflies, symbolizes transformation, freedom, and the beauty of nature. The butterflies, often seen as messengers of change, give the piece an air of elegance and mystery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: There is a small stain on the sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom orders welcome!\u003cbr\u003eLet’s create something incredible that’s completely one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGot an idea? Drop me a message anytime!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Groovy Japanese Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64603854602617,"sku":"2602KI0F-01","price":310.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/2430\/9406\/files\/6B45C808-962C-4623-B856-17AEBE58AAE9.png?v=1789565278","url":"https:\/\/groovyjapaneseboutique.co.uk\/products\/rework-kimono","provider":"Groovy Japanese Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}