100 Ladies Mini Tote Kyoto Costume Institute Embroidery Kit

Say hello to the iconic 100 ladies series! The line drawing on the fabric gives you the freedom to stitch, piece, or paint each lady as you like. Get creative with stitches and colors - it's like a coloring book for stitchers!

Stitch a masterpiece straight out of history! This tote bag was created by Kazue Nakajima in collaboration with the Kyoto Costume Institute , blending the timeless elegance of 18th- and 19th-century European fashion with modern embroidery artistry. Inspired by the iconic 100 Ladies series, it invites you to add your own creative touch to historically dressed figures.

The kit provides embroidery stitch and thread details for four women and one man, giving you a jumping-off point to design the rest - using the photos shown or however you wish! Think pastel gowns with delicate lace, opulent metallic trims, and regal cravats. Whether you keep it historically accurate or go wild with colors and textures, this tote will be uniquely yours.

Details:

• 100% cotton tote bag with pre-printed figures
• Instructions with pattern chart for 5 figures (in Japanese, translation instructions available)
• Size: It's a mini tote! Approximately 9.05" x 8.26", not including handle
• Made in Japan
• History meets creativity - turn a simple tote into art!

Please note that instructions are included with clear, multi-step diagrams, although the text is in Japanese.

Translating Japanese instructions: We use the Google Translate app on our phone! Just open the app, tap the camera icon, and point it at the Japanese text. The app translates it to English in real time right on your screen! If you have an iPhone, you can also take a photo of the instructions, and Apple will translate it right on the photo.