Tiny and lovely
as the different inclusions and formations in the natural stone take color differently
The shibori artists have taken inspiration from their nearby deserts
look again and you may see different crinkle effects in 'stripes' across the width
Homes and Mountains in Japan, Pastels on Ivory, Vintage Kimono Silk Yuzen By the Yard #278 Southwest Concho Buttons Tiny and lovelyThe intricate pattern looks very much like an Oshima Tsumugi Ikat, or even a fine cross stitch embroidery, but it's a Yuzen print; see below. It has a rustic, old, misty feel. There are idyllic landscapes, flowers, beautiful architecture, mountains, maple and other trees. The background is ivory, very even and smooth. The colors in the design all look muted: blues, blue grays, purple, and olive. This silk is thin, lightweight, supple, with a bit of