Vintage Japanese Rag Ball dress and mid-century advertising

and mid-century advertising

framed textile

Sandalwood Incense by Japanese brand Hasami

using the dual-dot motif from the original 1993 bandana and drawing inspiration from vintage uncut bandana fabric

The wide straps and straight neckline in solid black provide a sleek anchor to the design

Vintage Japanese Rag Ball dress and mid-century advertisingThis vintage Japanese rag ball was hand formed from tightly wound strips of recycled cotton fabric, reflecting Japan's long tradition of reusing every precious scrap of cloth. Rather than being decorative temari embroidery, this is a simple, utilitarian rag balllikely made as a child's toy, a household sewing aid, or from leftover textile remnants. Layers of faded kimono fabrics and soft cotton strips create a beautiful, organic surface rich in