Tommy our youngest has been in town and it's just been great having him here. His presence really makes the apartment feel like home.... and makes me feel I can make it here for three years, ha ha.
Tommy put together some vintage indigo pieces to make a patch for a t-shirt he bought from MUJI:
I used a combination of machine applique and sashiko:
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On Saturday Tommy led us on a scavenger hunt for a couple of boutique indigo shops (so pricey, window shopping only) -
I guess Japanese indigo is a big deal right now;).
A sunny sewing station in this indigo repair shop:
And my own - messier than usual since I had just piled everything up, to clear off the kitchen table. I do love a creative mess.
A treat to have Tommy with us on a Sunday for church. Our regular chapel building is being renovated and so we have a long and somewhat tedious commute out to another location in the suburbs - 10 min walk, two different trains (sometimes three), and another 10 min walk.
No clue about a lot of things... such as these floor cleaners:). I just sort of use them interchangeably.
I don't recommend functional illiteracy! ;).
xo
Cynthia
Love these life updates! ❤️
ReplyDeleteI love your indigo patches with the mix of stitches! So cool. I always enjoy your photos even if you don't know what they are, I certainly don't either. LOL
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun visit you've been having. Love those indigo shops. A creative mess...love that term. I have one all the time.
ReplyDeleteHow fun to be right in the middle of "Indigo Central". It does seem to be extremely popular right now. I love that plant--those orbs look like ornaments! That creative mess is sure to spark some great ideas.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun to work together on a project! I can't imagine what my sewing area would look like with such limited space! That plant is interesting and it looks a lot like our "Japanese Lanterns" except ours turn orange in the Fall.
ReplyDeleteFascinating peeks into your life in Japan.
ReplyDeleteIs that a denim quilt over the couch in the indigo shop?
functional illiteracy is the way I feel about genealogy.....
ReplyDeleteI have no clue about a lot of things and I am not in Japan!!!
ReplyDeleteWe learn a little bit every time you post, seeing a glimpse of places we'll likely never visit in person. Love the texture your sashiko stitches add to those indigo pieces.
ReplyDeleteYour posts are always a delight and feast for eyes! I have to admit I don't know a lot about indigo. I know its a plant and makes a good blue dye. Cool shops and great patch job for you and Tommy. I admire your dedication to attending church! How long is Tommy there? I know you'll enjoy every minute and thanks for sharing everyday curiosities for us here in the states.
ReplyDeleteYour posts touch my heart. Lived in Japan during and after college many many years ago - often wonder how I would adjust with a return. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteDo you have the google translate app? I love mine to use on signs or packaging I do not understand. You can use it offline too.
ReplyDeleteI imagine there is so much to take in! I love indigo and sashiko- cool patchwork. So sweet to have Tommy visiting,
Thank you for the intimate little trip to Japan this morning!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy reading about your Japan experiences. What fun to go shopping with your son in search of indigo. Great patch btw! Love your sewing space. It just proves we can create our happy place anywhere :)
ReplyDeleteWe once did one of those commutes when we were visiting in France...and it turned out to be Stake Conference, so we just turned around and went back to the hotel. Thanks for the slices of life you show us, especially the fun indigo hunts and mended T-shirts!
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