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I have long been a collector of sometimes strange but precious scraps of fabric, beads and anything silk, linen or cotton. Like most collectors I’ve had many wonderful plans for these things which have mostly not happen because I’m too busy collecting the next item. My partner is also a collector of fabrics. His passion is Japanese indigos. These hand dyed and woven fabrics are incredibly well preserved and robust with lots of life left in them. Jim makes Japanese futon style cushions and canvases made with these indigo cottons. Over time I have a wonderful collection of small scraps saved. I have tried to use the raw beauty of the indigo cottons in a decorative way. Making “beads” from these small pieces is a way of preserving these old fabrics and giving them a second life. I think this is fitting for an item which may have spent its other 50-80 years as a Japanese kimono, obi or noren. Now the time has come and we are both excited to open our Etsy shop. I now have enough makings to keep me very busy for some time and I’m so happy to finally be using these treasures. The necklaces are made with:
Glass and ceramic beads
cultured pearls
Fresh water pearls
Sterling silver
Wood
Silk
Cotton
Natural Indigo dyed Japanese fabric
Semi -precious stone beads
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Alexzandra on Dec 4, 2019
5 out of 5 starsThe antique is wonderful and was shipped extremely well. The shop packaged it beautifully and I cannot wait to give it to my boyfriend for Christmas; he is a fan of Japanese history. =)
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Donna on Jan 23, 2019
5 out of 5 starsI love Japanese indigo and was delighted to find this creative use of a shoulder bag. It is well made and a good and comfortable size. The bag I received is a darker blue then shown on the picture but can easily be worn with blue or black. Loved the little kasuri coin purse that was included! Great communication and easy transaction! Thank you!
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bamboogreen on Jun 7, 2018
5 out of 5 starsMany thanks again for such lovely fabric: just as described, safely packed, promptly sent, and with great communication. All much appreciated.
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Deni on Aug 2, 2017
5 out of 5 starsExcellent service and clear communication from the seller! Prints arrived promptly and in beautiful condition! I'm a very happy customer. Thanks klektic!
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Deni on Aug 2, 2017
5 out of 5 starsExcellent service and clear communication from the seller! Prints arrived promptly and in beautiful condition! I'm a very happy customer. Thanks klektic!
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About klektik
A partnership between Vanessa Newton-Brown, James Williamson and the colour blue.
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James and Vanessa Newton-Brown
Owner, Creator, Designer
I have long been a collector of sometimes strange but precious scraps of fabric, beads and anything silk, linen or cotton. I’ve had many wonderful plans for these things which have mostly not happen because I’m too busy collecting the next item.