Kara Nishiki x Kinran Brocade Kimono Art Notebook
Description
Uncoil the secrets of Edo-period opulence with this spiral-bound notebook, adorned with a kaleidoscopic kara nishiki and kinran brocade design. You'll pen your thoughts amidst a riot of vermilion, indigo, and jade, each page turn revealing intricate peony blossoms and sinuous clouds that once graced the finest kimonos.
This isn't mere stationery; it's a tactile portal to Japan's floating world, where artisans wielded needle and thread like master painters. Trace the gossamer-fine outlines of stylized petals, each curve a testament to the unparalleled skill of Edo textile maestros.
The notebook's cover showcases a mesmerizing interplay of geometric fretwork and flowing botanicals, mirroring the cultural cross-pollination of Chinese motifs with Japanese aesthetics. As you jot down ideas, you're participating in a centuries-old dialogue between art and functionality.
This spiral-bound treasure marries ukiyo-e textile artistry with modern practicality, allowing you to carry a piece of Edo refinement in your daily life. Letting the rhythmic patterns and sumptuous hues of this brocade-inspired design ignite your creativity, one brushstroke of inspiration at a time.
Delivery & Refunds
Cost
Orders over $50 USD ship free.
Orders under $50 USD cost between $5-10 USD to ship depending on which part of the world you're ordering from.
Delivery Times
Production:
The average time it takes to produce the treasures you find here is 2-4 days.
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Average shipping times:
USA: 2-5 days • Canada: 3-8 days • UK: 2-5 days • Europe: 3-6 days • Australia: 2-5 days • New Zealand: 3-8 days • Rest of the world: 2-4 weeks
Please check the orders and shipping page for more specifics.
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Returns and Refunds
1. You're welcome to open a return / exchange request within 30 days of your order's delivery.
2. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.
3. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back before the approval of your return request
4. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.
5. Return shipping costs are only covered in the rare cases that items arrive faulty, incorrect or damaged.
More details on returns and refunds
Details, Details
Size: 6x8” (A5)
Page count: 60 sheets (120pg)
Paper: Ruled or graph
Weight: 90gsm (2.7oz/yd)
Sturdy: Strong, spiral coil binding
Brand New, Just For You
Your new notebook will be produced with care after you place an order. It's called print on demand: minimizing landfill, water & energy use by only producing things people actually want.
FSC® Certified Paper
Trees are harvested with no net loss of forest over time. Workers are provided proper training, safety protocols, and fair wages. Local communities’ rights and resources are respected.
Water-based Inks
Your new notebook case will be printed with bright and vibrant water-based inks. Non-hazardous and toxin-free, they're used in a pro-lab process that delivers spectacular colors and outstanding clarity.
Partnered with Prodigi
I've worked with a lot of partners over the years. Prodigi's quality and care is remarkable, but their commitment to art, the environment and ethical supply chains that captured my heart.