New Kimono Clutch Bag

I have just added this kimono clutch bag to my Etsy store. It is made from patchworked vintage kimono fabrics in shades of pink and purple that I have found at antique markets here in Tokyo. I have added a green ribbon detail and some cute covered buttons. The lining is a green cotton that complements the ribbon on the outside. You can also view it on my Pinterest page.

Cottonfield

I went to one of my favourite fabric shops today - a shop called Cottonfield. It's in the lovely area of Kichijoji, which is about a 20 min subway ride out of Shibuya and has a lovely selection of little streets to wander around as well as a beautiful park with a lake in the middle. The streets were heaving today as it was the height of the blossom season and everyone was out to view the trees in the park and celebrate the coming of spring with a blossom party.

Cottonfield has a wonderful selection of printed cotton fabrics from around the world, as well as a wonderful ribbon and bead shop across the street. It's a feast for the eyes for any crafty person but can make one hysterical with the amount of choice that there is. Needless to say, I scurried away with some purchases - a selection of juicy ribbons to play with. Now I just have to decide how to use them.