May Free Pattern: Thread Cord Ribbon Keychain

A simple and beginner-friendly ribbon keychain made from a soft crochet thread cord. This small May project is quick to finish, lovely for gifts, and perfect for using leftover cotton yarn.

Event Report: Our First Popup Experience (Nikkei Spring Bazzar)

Last weekend, we joined our very first popup event and finally got to meet some of you in person. It was a joyful day full of conversations, lovely surprises, and encouraging moments that made us even more excited for what is ahead.

The Story Behind Artisan-Made Sewing Tools: Part 2

  Some sewing tools support the work quietly in the background. They sit beside us on the table, hold what we need close at hand, and make small movements feel easier and smoother. But even these practical objects can carry a remarkable amount of story. At Itoma, we are drawn...

The Story Behind Artisan-Made Sewing Tools: Part 1

Discover the stories behind a few artisan-made sewing tools from Japan, from tiny scissors crafted in Seki to handmade glass-topped sewing pins and lacquered scissors finished with gold maki-e lines.