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I've been making things to send to Japan for a while now, to a little design store called Tapiiri which is located in a forest in Yamanashi. I had a bit of free time yesterday so I managed to finish this latest order for Sayaka, who runs Tapiiri. An autumn-winter coat, and some wool embroidered cases. 

I love the idea of my handmade things being so far away and in a place so different from here. I hope I can visit Sayaka's small cafe some time soon.

How is your Tuesday so far? Today I am dreaming of making a flying-geese-block quilt (like this or this) from all my fabric scraps. It probably won't happen anytime soon, but I will dream nevertheless.

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8 responses to “forest shop”

  1. Cinnamon Avatar
    Cinnamon

    Everything you make is just so lovely Melissa! I adore the wool coats and your beautiful embroidery. Hope your Tuesday is turning out well.

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  2. louana Avatar

    beautiful embroidery as always!

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  3. SmitoniusAndSonata Avatar

    That little coat is adorable . I can just see some toddler bustling about in it !

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  4. Cozy Memories Avatar

    These pouches are heavenly, and the coat is too adorable for words ! Lucky little store to carry your wares !!
    My Tuesday is just starting, the boys just left for school with their dad.
    Off to reply emails & start working, while a load of laundry is getting done.
    Big hugs oxox

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  5. Lorraine Avatar

    These are really sweet !!

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  6. Annika Avatar

    These fabrics look so soft, and I love the muted colours of the threads on the grey.

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  7. Ripple Effect Avatar
    Ripple Effect

    wow, as well as your beautiful work, I loved the links to the shop Melissa, did you see the diary with the photos of weaving natural leaves and cane? Cornflower

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  8. Tammy Bruce Avatar
    Tammy Bruce

    so neat! Sounds so great!

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