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About “Tsumami Zaiku” Used in My Works
AmirgurumiIn the "Amigurumi" (Japanese crochet or knitted stuffed toys) and "Mari Ball Charms" (decorative ball-shaped charms inspired by traditional Japanese handballs) that I'm exhibiting at Japan Expo, I've incorporated "Tsumami Zaiku," a traditional Japanese fabric-folding craft. Since "Tsumami Zaiku" may be unfamiliar to many people outside Japan, let me explain a little more about it here✫ What is Tsumami Zaiku? Tsumami Zaiku is a traditional craft that involves folding small ... -
The Fine Points of My Amigurumi Craftsmanship
AmirgurumiIn my amigurumi(Japanese crochet or knitted stuffed toys) creations, I have several points of particular focus.This is because I want to give my unique touch to the many "amigurumi" that exist out there. Here, I'll share with you my particular passions in creating amigurumi. Considering Safety My amigurumi are primarily made of 8 parts:Head, body, right hand, left hand, right foot, left foot, right ear, and left ear. After finishing each part, I use "Techno Roto" - a flexi... -
About My Amigurumi Creations
AmirgurumiWhen I create amigurumi (Japanese crochet or knitted stuffed toys), my primary goal is to inspire customers to imagine stories beyond the amigurumi itself. However, I'm careful not to limit these imaginings. Instead, I focus on allowing customers to freely envision their own narratives. Here's how I achieve this: No Mouths One distinctive feature of my amigurumi is the absence of mouths. Adding a mouth can inadvertently impose a specific expression—a smile with upturned li... -
Bringing the Japanese Summer through Amigurumi
AmirgurumiIn Japan, summer is a time when festivals are held in various places, showcasing vibrant night scenes. Fireworks and yukata are quintessential elements of Japanese summer traditions and through my amigurumi creations, I have aimed to capture the essence of the Japanese summer. The boy and girl amigurumi are dressed in cool, summery yukata, with the girl holding a charming strawberry candy and a basket bag, capturing the cute and festive atmosphere. The background is adorne... -
Amigurumi of the “Mameshiba brothers” is completed☆
AmirgurumiWe received an inquiry from a customer asking, "Could you please make amigurumi of our pet?" After several consultations with the customer☆, we finally completed the "Mameshiba-kun" amigurumi. I think they turned out really cute♡. I would be delighted if you could take a look! Inspired By a Cute Episode The customer told us, "These kids love running around on the grass.”Last year, when they took them to a park with a large grassy area, the dogs got so excited that their le... -
The History of My Amigurumi Creation
AmirgurumiMy creative tendencies have changed over the years due to my own growth and interests at each point in time. Starting with making small charms, I moved on to palm-sized animals, human-shaped amigurumi, and currently, influenced by shojo manga, I'm focusing on works themed around boys and girls. Here, I'll share with you the changes I've gone through. It All Began with Small Animal Amigurumi Charms My amigurumi journey began when I made small animal charms for my children. ... -
The Charming World of Amigurumi
AmirgurumiWhat is Amigurumi? Amigurumi is the art of creating cute little objects and dolls through knitting or crocheting. The word is a combination of the Japanese words "ami" (to knit) and "nuigurumi" (stuffed toy), and it is known for its unique style and delicate designs. The History of Amigurumi The technique used in amigurumi, knitting, has been popular in Japan for a long time. However, the term "amigurumi" itself has only become widespread relatively recently. Since the 199...
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