Mini Masu Pincushion

Adorable Mini Masu Pincushion with A Lovely Tombo-dama Sewing Pin

Story

Traditionally used for celebrational sake, Japanese Masu cups have a 1,300-year history. These adorable pincushions were inspired by the elegance and joyousness of Masu cups, but made in miniature by master craftsmen at Ohashi Ryoki in Gifu Prefecture.

Mini Masu Pincushions measure just 15 mm (0.6 in) square and feature sophisticated Japanese dovetail joinery that does not require nails or glue to hold the shape of the box. The smooth hinoki cypress of the box gives off a light, woody fragrance.

A high-quality linen woven in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka is used as the fabric of the pincushion, which allows pins and needles to pierce easily without dulling them.

The pincushion includes a matching sewing pin made by Glass Studio Kinari in Osaka.
Pins are supple yet durable, and manufactured in Hiroshima, a city with a 300-year history of high-quality needle production. Rigorous quality control ensures unified thickness and length of pins, and their ability to pierce cloth with ease.

Producing Regions

Gifu, Shizuoka, Osaka, Hiroshima

Producers

Mini Masu｜Ohashi Ryoki Ltd.／Gifu

In Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture, where about 80% of the nation's masu (measuring cups) are produced, the company was founded in 1950 as a manufacturer specializing in the production of Masu. Since then, the company has been dedicated to Masu, striving to pass on its technology and culture, and to develop new ways of using Masu, hoping that it will be used by future generations.

Tombo-dama glass top｜Kinari Glass／Osaka

Kinari Glass was established in 1994 in Osaka City as a company manufacturing glass beads, materials and tools for glass craft. In 2000, the company succeeded in developing an eco-friendly lead-free craft glass and obtained a patent for it. Each producer brings out the best in glass and carefully produces each item with care and attention.

Product Size

All measurements are for reference. Please note in advance that the actual dimensions of the product may slightly vary.

Package Size

Materials

Masu box: Wood Fabric: Linen Padding: Polyester Needle: Glass, Nickel-plated steel

Handling Precaution

• This product is a pincushion comes with a sewing pin. Do not use the products for any other purpose than its intended use.
• The needlepoint base is wood and the fabric is linen. The use of natural materials results in individual differences in color and texture.
• Storing in a hot and humid environment may cause mold, stains and deformation.
• Storing in direct sunlight or in a dry place may result in cracking or deformation of the wooden base.
• The needle tip is sharp, so please be careful not to lose or when handling.
• The glass top is handmade, so there are individual differences in size and pattern.
• The glass top of the sewing pin may come off if you pull too strong.
• Wipe off sweat and grease after use to prevent discoloration and rusting.
• Please keep out of reach of infants.



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