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Yarn handmade from kimono

Kimonoyarn is a handicraft material made by upcycling kimonos. Kimonos that would have been discarded are unstitched, washed, cut into 20mm widths, joined together, and wound into balls. Almost all of these processes are done by hand to create the yarn.
To date, we have transformed over 4,000 discarded kimonos into yarn.

The world of kimono, condensed into 20mm

From twisted threads, intricate embroidery, and varying weaves within a single kimono, to the discovery upon dismantling that each thread differs in thickness, color, and material – kimonos are packed with a wealth of techniques. Some of these techniques no longer exist today.
Please enjoy the charm of kimonos, condensed into just 20mm.

Knit, tie, drape...Free materials

Kimono Yarn is 20mm wide, making it both a yarn and a ribbon. It's a material that allows users to freely express their ideas through knitting, weaving, tying, draping, wrapping, and more.
Each yarn is unique, with variations in color and pattern, as well as feel, thickness, and texture. It's recommended for those who want to create their own unique expressions.

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Cloth Flower Kit ~Colored~

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Trial Set - 2m x 10 types, 20m total

This is a great value set for those who want to try out what kind of material kimonoyarn is made of. It contains 10 different types of kimonoyarn, each 2m long, including silk, wool, cotton, and blended fabrics. If you're unsure about your first purchase, this is the one for you!

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Knitting - Crochet

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Recommended for crochet

Roll

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Tie

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sew

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kimono yarn recipe

  • How to make fabric flowers

    You can make it right away with 1m of kimono yarn!
    Members can download the recipe from the button below.

    recipe download

  • flower coaster

    1st accessory making challenge
    Let's take advantage of the sleeping yarn at home!

    recipe download

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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

What is kimono yarn?

Handmade material made from kimono that can no longer be worn and thrown away.
Kimonos are washed, unwound, cut, spliced and upcycled into yarn.

what shape?

Ribbon shape with a width of about 20 mm.

What is the material?

Since it is made from real kimono, it is mainly pure silk,
There are also cotton, wool, linen, and mixed weaves.

what is it used for?

It can be used for various purposes such as knitting, weaving, making accessories and small items.

It can be knitted, woven, tied, or used as bias tape.
As an interior decoration, you can hang it down, arrange it as a T-shirt dress, change the wind chime strip,

It can also be used as a ribbon for wrapping.

For knitting, it is recommended to use crochet needles No. 8 to No. 10 for rough knitting.

Do you have a shop?

Currently sold only online.

We regularly hold events and direct sales, so please take a look at SNS etc.

What is the shipping cost?

For purchases under 4,000 yen, shipping will be via Click Post for a flat rate of 185 yen.

For purchases over 4,000 yen, shipping will be via LetterPack Plus for a flat rate of 600 yen.

Shipping is free for purchases of 10,000 yen or more.

Is it available for commercial use?

yes. Available. No permission is required.

If you tag the account (@kimonoyarn) and post it on SNS etc., I will share it.

Do you have a secondhand dealer license for kimono yarn?

I do not have a secondhand dealer license.

Kimono yarn is processed into yarn from kimonos that are all disposed of.
I have already confirmed with the department in charge of the local police that I do not need to be a secondhand dealer because I do not purchase kimonos for a fee.

Do I need a secondhand dealer's license to create works using kimono yarn?

Regarding kimono yarn, you can use it to create works without a secondhand dealer's license.
This has also been confirmed by the police department. Please use it with confidence.

If you would like to use scraps of kimono instead of kimono yarn, please contact your local police station.

About shipping and shipping

Orders are shipped approximately one week after they are placed.

If we contact you to confirm your order details,
shipping arrangements will be made after we receive your reply.

Thank you for your understanding.


Shipping fees are as follows:
¥4,000 or less: Click Post (¥185)
¥4,001 to less than ¥10,000: LetterPack Plus (¥600)
¥10,000 or more: Free shipping