Upcycle kimono

Title: Looking for Small-Batch Manufacturers or Collaborators to Upcycle Kimono Fabric into Modern Products 🌸

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Hi everyone,

I’m working on a creative upcycling project that involves repurposing traditional Japanese kimono fabric into modern lifestyle and fashion items. We’re starting with ideas like: • Men’s ties and hijabs • Acrylic keyrings and key holders using kimono swatches • Fabric bracelets and accessories • Pocket inserts for T-shirts, collared shirts, and jeans • Men’s caps and small fashion items • Individual kimono fabric pieces with fusible webbing backing (so they can be ironed onto any garment by the buyer)

We’re currently looking for:

✅ Small-batch manufacturers ✅ Artisans or tailors open to collaboration ✅ Makers who can work with vintage/upcycled fabric ✅ Help applying fusible web to fabric for DIY kits ✅ Suggestions on zero-waste design ideas with offcuts

We’re based in Japan, but open to working with partners globally (especially those experienced in upcycled textile production or small accessories).

If you’re a maker, have a recommendation, or would like to collaborate — I’d love to connect. Drop a comment or message me directly. 🙏🏼

Thanks in advance for any leads or ideas!

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Submitted July 05, 2025 at 03:49AM by japanmc https://ift.tt/R6PBA2T