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The joy of creating, the happiness of giving. Tsumami-zaiku deepens both life and bonds.

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A year of lightness and elegance: Flower accessories made with tsumami zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower making).

A year of lightness and elegance: Flower accessories made with tsumami zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower making).                        

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Perfect for special occasions as a hair ornament! Handcrafted delicate tsumami zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower making) that evokes the elegance of traditional Japanese aesthetics.

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2020.07.14 (Tue)
How to make Tsumami-zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower craft): Basic "sword-shaped petal" and "round petal" techniques.

Perfect for coming-of-age ceremonies and Shichi-Go-San celebrations! How to make Tsumami-zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower craft) - Basic "Ken-tsumami" (sword-shaped petal) and "Maru-tsumami" (round petal) techniques.

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2020.05.01 (Fri)
How to use a rotary cutter, a convenient tool for cutting fabric.

How to use a rotary cutter, a handy tool for cutting fabric, perfect for sewing and tsumami zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower making)!

Scissors, cutter, tweezers

2020.04.24 (Fri)
What is chirimen fabric? Advice on marking and sewing techniques.

What is chirimen fabric? Advice on marking and sewing techniques.

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February 2019(Wed), 11

The allure of "Tsumami-zaiku," a traditional Japanese craft: Once you make one, you want to make another. 

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2017.12.01 (Fri)
Tips for enjoying Tsumami-zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower making): Conveying the feelings of the giver and the individuality of the wearer.

Tips for enjoying traditional Japanese crafts like tsumami zaiku (folded fabric flower making). Cherish the feelings of the person who will wear it or give it as a gift.

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2016.12.06 (Tue)
Tsumami-zaiku is more than just "decorating" or "adorning"—it's about experiencing its beauty.

Tsumami-zaiku is more than just "decorating" or "adorning"—it's about experiencing its beauty.

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February 2016(Wed), 11
What happens when a cautious Type A personality tries making tsumami zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower craft)?

What happens when a cautious Type A personality tries making tsumami zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower craft)?

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2016.05.20 (Fri)

Featured in TV commercials! A popular DIY project that's easy to make – just cut, pinch, and stick!

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2016/04/ 30 (Saturday)
A veteran editor with a long company history tries her hand at tsumami zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower making)!

Despite her long tenure at the company, she's a complete beginner at handicrafts! A veteran editor tries her hand at tsumami zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower making)!

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Perfect for coming-of-age ceremonies and Shichi-Go-San celebrations! How to make Tsumami-zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower craft) - Basic "Ken-tsumami" (sword-shaped petal) and "Maru-tsumami" (round petal) techniques.

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What is chirimen fabric? Advice on marking and sewing techniques.

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How to use a rotary cutter, a handy tool for cutting fabric, perfect for sewing and tsumami zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower making)!

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A year of lightness and elegance: Flower accessories made with tsumami zaiku (traditional Japanese fabric flower making).                        

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Are you familiar with "Tsumami-zaiku," the currently popular craft?

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    1. アフガン編み
    2. かぎ針編み
    3. The last straw
    4. The wolf
    5. Knitting with knitting needles
  3. Embroidery
    1. Wool embroidery
    2. Cross stitch
    3. チェーン刺繍
    4. Bead embroidery
    5. French embroidery
    6. Ribbon embroidery
    7. Japanese embroidery
    8. Floral embroidery
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    1. クラフトバンド
    2. Bead crafting
    3. Felt craft
    4. Paper craft
    5. ミ ニ チ ュ ア
    6. Resin
    7. 樹脂粘土
  5. 手芸用品
    1. Crochet hook, knitting needle, lace needle
    2. Other needles and craft supplies
    3. Scissors, cutter, tweezers
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    7. Frames
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