131　Unohana

This color is inspired by the name of Utsurogi flower that
blooms in early summer, also known as Unohana. Since
Unohana is linked to snow, stitching a fine pattern on it can
evoke the image of white snow.

132　Susuki

Imaging from the beautiful flowering spikes of "Susuki", a
Japanese autumn color that has been loved in Japan since
ancient times. When embroidered with a "Nowake" pattern,
you can enjoy the soft and gentle texture of Susuki.

133　Choji (Clove)

This color is inspired by cloves, which were used in the Heian
Era for a variety of things, including medicine, fragrances, and
dyed for kimonos( Japanese beautiful traditional dress).
Because of rarity and value, it was considered auspicious,
making it ideal for embroidering patterns asch as weights and

134　Silver Rat

Inspired by the "silver gray" color that has been enjoyed in
ink paintings and kimonos from the Edo era as a colorless
yet elegant color. By stitching on white fabric or combining
it with black thread, it will look like an ink painting.

135　Vermilion

Inspired by the traditional Japanese color name "Vermilion”
which is derived from the bright, clear sun. It is a color that
stands out well on fabrics, and when embroidered on a white
Sashiko sampler, it creates a beautiful piece that looks like
wedding gift.

136　Violet

The color is reminiscent of the nobel color "Suou"that was
favored by aristocrats in Heian era. When Embroiderd with
patterns sch as "Shippo" and "Tatewaku",which were favored
by aristocrats in Heian era, it evokes elegant cultures.

137　Amber

Inspired by amber, a natural resin fossil that has been
used in talismans and daily necessarities since ancient
time as a protective stone that attracts hapiness.

138　Warbler

Inspired by the Japanese bush warbler, a bird that has long been
loved as a herald of spring. The bush warbler's feathers makes it
the perfect color for embroidering Japanese bush warblers, as well
as for accenting cherry bloosoms and plum blossoms.

139　Blue Black

Inspired by the popular "blue-black" color used for kimonos
during the Heian era. The deep, black blue-green color gives a
sense of dignity to your work.

140　Shiu

Inspired by the deep purple of the crow, a bird that was believed
to be a messenger of the gods. It can be used to create works
with a depth that resembles a bird's feathers.

303　Picture scroll

The color is inspired by "emakimono", a type of ancient Japanese
painting that depicts scenes and stories of paper. When
embroidering a pattern like this painting, you can feel the rich
color of aged paper.

304　Parquet

The color is inspired by the traditional Japanese craft of
marquetry which is made by assembling wood of various
shapes and colors to create patterns. With its deep color, you
can enjoy the texture of marquetry just by inserting a square.

305　Candy

The color is inspired by konpeito, a sugar candy that has long
been loved as a gift for celebrations and as an offering at shrines
and temples. The colorful, pale, and cute color is perfect for
stitching konpeito patterns.

306　Hanamatsuri

The color is assorted with the Doll's Festival, a festival to
pray for the hapiness of girls. Its vibrant and clear colors
can be used to create a festival atmosphere when
embroidered into floral patterns to resemble peach
blossoms.