Delicate Peonies
Another design inspired by a Spoonflower challenge Passementerie: ornamental trimmings such as tassels, braids and fringe […]
Another design inspired by a Spoonflower challenge Passementerie: ornamental trimmings such as tassels, braids and fringe […]
Here’s another one! I’m finding drawing these to be really relaxing when my brain is in […]
This just started out as a drawing for an obi for a piece of art, and […]
You know, I never really thought I liked tassel jewelry. I don’t know why, but I […]
Sakura 桜「さくら」is the Japanese word for cherry blossom. They’re a symbol of Japan, and I can’t decide if they’re more famous than Mt. Fuji, but they certainly are everywhere.
And while I’ve made small sakura before, I have never made one quite this size.
Mizuhiki 水引 is a kind of Japanese paper cord, often dipped in wax or wrapped in foil or string to make them colorful. It’s easy to find here if you know where to look, and I have a bunch of it because I mean, why wouldn’t I?
Wisteria bloom around this time in my part of Japan, early to mid May. They smell wonderful, and are home to an absolute ton of bumble bees. There are trellised walkways and coverings everywhere, growing with vines that have gotten so big they’re like tree trunks. It’s a great place to go have a can of coffee and relax.