The seamtress netsuke is perfect for anyone that loves to sew, quilt or just collect thimbles! Each Netsuke comes with a small porcelain thimble, a porcelain spool of thread and a reclaimed mahogany sewing needle on an adjustable vegetable-tanned leather cord.

What is a netsuke?

Netsuke (pronounced "nets-keh") were once widely used in Japan as a functional piece to secure something to one's attire. We made these as thoughtful and aesthetic decorative pieces. 

The making process

The needle is made out of reclaimed mahogany. Polished and finished, it focuses on the wood fibers. The leather cords feature slip-knots to make it adjustable for anyone. Each sculpted porcelain piece is unique and some may have a "blush" spot from the firing.

Materials

The porcelain sculpture, mahogany needle and eco-friendly leather (no toxic chemicals used in its production - vegetable tanned).

Dimensions

The porcelain thread spool sculpture is 1 inch long and .75 inches wide. The porcelain thimble sculpture is .75 long and .75 wide. The sculptures are hollow to feel light while wearing.