Description

Kaishi Ire Japanese Tea Ceremony Clutch Pattern and Tutorial

Kaishi-ire are used as part of the traditional Japanese tea-ceremony.
It is used to carry the smaller items one would use
As a guest, such as:

• Kaishi: Mini paper napkins used for: putting the Wagashi (Japanese confectionery) on instead of a dish. And to wipe the rim of the Chawan after drinking tea
• Yji-ire: Bamboo or stainless forks to eat Wagashi (Japanese confectionery)
• Fukasa or Chakin: Small rectangular cloth mainly used to wipe the Chawan..
• Sensu: Small folding fan

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Of course you can also use this
versatile designed clutch for just about anything!
Custom options are endless, with all your favorite fabric combinations,
embellishments, applique, embroidery and even beading!
You can either sew this by hand or with a machine,
it’s totally up to you
For your reference, the black Kaishi-ire
with the embroidery is entirely hand sewn
& the light brown is entirely machine sewn…

Here's what you'll need to get started:
• Kaishi-ire Japanese Tea Ceremony Pouch Pattern
• Marking tool; tailors chalk, marker, pencil etc..
• Large Fabric & smaller sewing scissors
• Main fabric..use anything you love!
• Lining fabric, I suggest using a contrasting color
I’m using a quilting cotton for the outer &
a lightweight linen for the lining…
• Coordinating sewing thread or embroidery thread
• Iron & ironing board
• Sewing machine or sewing needle
• Pins & pincushion
• A cup of Tea, Coffee & either a pastry or chocolate

Finished Size: Approx. 3.75Tall x 8.5 Wide

Don't forget to show me your finished Kaishi-ire!
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@littlesparrownest & #littlesparrownest
Id Love to feature your wonderful creations!

Hope You have Lots of Fun sewing these up
and giving them to all your favorite people!
Many Happy Hugs & Smiles,
Georgia

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