(626)333-5572
Hello! My name is Esther and I am a 3rd generation Japanese-American. I have been crafting as a profession since 1986 when I started "A Touch of Nature"
12 years ago I applied the art of Chinese macrame to jewelry made from old Asian coins and serpentine stones. The "Asian" look was just coming into vogue and my crafts and I were turning Asian.
In 1998 with the passing of my parents, I inherited several vintage kimonos with my family crest (mon). Being Japanese I valued the beauty of the kimono but being very American I knew I would never wear them. Being the crafty person, I restyled my kimonos into short jackets to wear to my art and craft shows. To my surprise customers wanted my jacket and not my jewelry. So was the birth of my "Now and Zen" line of clothing made entirely from vintage Japanese kimonos.
In developing my clothing designs my thought has always been to keep the kimono as pure as possible. What I mean by this is I do not cut up the kimono fabric and use it patchwork style or add new or other material into my creations. My customers love their one-of-a-kind wearable art pieces and can appreciate the beauty of the original kimono. My hope is that their purchase becomes an heirloom that can be cherished and enjoyed by generations to come.
My macrame jewelry is still available at all my shows.
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In 2002 I became a designer and sales rep for Connie's Fashion. This is a line of clothing made from fabric from Japan called "chirimen", a rayon acetate blend. Many of the styles and designs are Asian inspired. The fabric is wrinkle resistant, washable, very comfortabe and great for travel. Please click on Jackets to view available styles. I will have this line of clothing at most of my shows.
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NOTICE
I am taking a break from designing/making kimono ware. All Coats, Jackets, Long and Short Vest and 3-pc outfits are currently 20-50% off. (call or e-mail for pricing and measurements) Now is the time to get your one-of-a-kind vintage kimono ware. Not all available pieces are posted. I will try to add more pictures in the near future. Please check back. Click on link to view availability
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SPRING SHOW SCHEDULE
July 10 - Venice Japanese Comm. Center, 9-3
12448 Braddock Dr, LA 90066
If you know of a show, boutique,fashion show or charity event that I can consider kindly e-mail me.
I am currently booking home, office and fashion shows. 10-15% of sales can be earned by the host, given to charity of choice or given back to your guest. Call or e-mail if interested.
Please return to site in August for posting of my Fall Boutique Schedule
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NEW - CAMERA STICK
-the perfect accessory to take self-photos. Great gift for everyone on your list. Re: birthdays and graduations. Great present to give to newly weds to take on their honeymoon (photo memories that they both can be in)
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see photo of 14 friends using a camera stick
NEW
Asian Garden short style jacket. Flower Garden new style jacket. Queen Jacket and Royal (purple and fushia)
Coming this Fall - Purple Crane swing jacket
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CUSTOMER LIST
Please click on ladykimono@roadrunner.com (below) and send me your e-mail address to be on my mailing list. You will be notified about SALES and show reminders. E-mail or call if you would like to place an order. Hope to see you at one of my shows.
ladykimono@roadrunner.com
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