A silk chiffon kimono with artwork by Australian artist Zoya Kraus. Superbly light and soft to the touch. They're the perfect gift, and elegant way to dress up a simple outfit, to protect one's shoulders from the sun or the chill of the evening. And an excellent travel companion - they take no space at all. Each kimono is unique - the print is placed differently on each kimono, so the appearance of each may vary from the one pictured. All kimonos are gift-wrapped. Size: One Size Fabric: 100% Silk Chiffon, the softest kimono you will ever wear. The material is a 100% natural fibre sourced from different woods so it is breathable, warm and yet will not overheat. More details: Lightweight design, easy to carry around, hand designed by a real artist. All kimonos come in a gift box. How to wash me: Wash by hand in mild detergent and dry flat, out of direct sunlight. Do not tumble dry. About the artwork "The seemingly symmetrical placement of this designs eclectic mix of folkloric shapes tells a deeper story of this richly historical, multicultural nature based motif. Iconically known as the 'paisley'. I have chosen to depict this timeless theme as a tapestry of fragmented textures, abstract overlays, collaged motifs and folk-styled placements to symbolise the bohemian themed interpretation." About The Artist's Label: Limited release luxury silk and cashmere scarves, silk kimonos and pillowcases. The Artists Label, based in Sydney, showcases hand-painted artworks curated from a selection of international artists including Australia and around the world. The chosen artworks are digitally printed onto silk or cashmere. At Hunt we are proud to showcase a wide selection of The Artists Label, with four seasonal collections each year. We work closely with Richard Ramsay from The Artists Label to specify our own range of superb fine silk and cashmere scarves with a generous width. SKU: FRAUG2496
Yarn Notes The Brand Noro Magazine Issue 11 - Autumn/Winter 2017 This gorgeous magazine is jam-packed with 31 wonderful new knitting projects. (That works out to a crazy £0.19p per pattern, and about £0.0001 per hour of entertainment!) Always en vogue, patterns include coats, skirts, hats, scarves and way more! Have a swipe through all the pics... The magazine features touchable texture in and making wearable art with textured yarns. "I have come to believe that these yarns are as close to art as we have in the industry. The man behind them is an artist himself, and these yarns are an expression of his spirit rather than just a commercial product." Cornelia Tuttle Hamilton The World of Nature In recent years, the yarn industry has been actively promoting awareness of ecological sustainability, but this concept has been part of the Noro philosophy from the very beginning. The preservation of nature is such an important concept of his business that Mr Noro leaves nothing to chance, personally overseeing every aspect of production from sheep to yarn ball, including all machinery, labelling, yarn bags, boxes and even the garbage that the company produces. All the animal fibres used in Noro yarns are Organic. Most of the wool comes from a special breed of sheep called Polwarth, raised especially for Noro on a non-mulesing farm in Australia. Other fibres from from the Falkland Islands and South Africa, from Organic Farms. The Production Process "Friction, rubbing and heat during processing weaken the fibres in direct proportion to the length of time they are processed. By dramatically shortening this process, we are preventing damage to the enzymes in the fibres and simultaneously profiting the environment." Mr Eisaku Noro Environmental considerations are at the forefront of the dyeing process, with each step being carefully controlled. The natural fibres are dyed using a pH balance that is compatible with the fibres. Noro's modifications to the blowing, carding and spinning processes reap a total energy savings of 46% as compared to typical yarn industry standards. The unique manufacturing process that results in the exceptional colourways and textures have always been closely guarded secret in Japan. Brand Concept Harmonise natural unevenness, asymmetric pattern and complex colour to portray the beauty of the nature. Taking sufficient time to dye yarn Tenderness of materials to preserve their original characters and deliver them into the hands of the crafter “BE FREE FROM EXISTING CONCEPTS AND LIMITATIONS” “PURSUE THE IMAGE IN OUR MINDS” Noro yarns have longer spans of colour in the runs than many other yarns, causing distinctive striping patterns, as well as being spun by hand versus being produced completely by machines. There have been plenty of attempts to imitate the magic of Noro, but in the world of self-striping yarn, nothing compares with Noro.
A knee length silk chiffon kimono with artwork by Australian artist Zoya Kraus. Superbly light and soft to the touch. Featuring 3/4 length sleeves and a matching sash tie it's the perfect piece for layering and an elegant way to dress up a simple outfit, to protect one's shoulders from the sun or the chill of the evening. They're the perfect gift and an excellent travel companion - they take no space at all. Each kimono is unique - the print is placed differently on each kimono, so the appearance of each may vary from the one pictured. All kimonos are gift-wrapped. Size: One Size, generous kimono jacket in 100% silk chiffon, a natural, warm but breathable fibre. Fabric: 100% Silk Chiffon, the softest kimono you will ever wear. The material is a 100% natural fibre sourced from different woods so it is breathable, warm and yet will not overheat. Care: Dry-clean or wash by hand in mild detergent and dry flat, out of direct sunlight. Do not tumble dry. About the artwork "The seemingly symmetrical placement of this designs eclectic mix of folkloric shapes tells a deeper story of this richly historical, multicultural nature based motif. Iconically known as the 'paisley'. I have chosen to depict this timeless theme as a tapestry of fragmented textures, abstract overlays, collaged motifs and folk-styled placements to symbolise the bohemian themed interpretation." About The Artist's Label: Limited release luxury silk and cashmere scarves, silk kimonos and pillowcases. The Artists Label, based in Sydney, showcases hand-painted artworks curated from a selection of international artists including Australia and around the world. The chosen artworks are digitally printed onto silk or cashmere. At Hunt we are proud to showcase a wide selection of The Artists Label, with four seasonal collections each year. We work closely with Richard Ramsay from The Artists Label to specify our own range of superb fine silk and cashmere scarves with a generous width. SKU: FRAUG24109
A knee length silk chiffon kimono with artwork by Australian artist Zoya Kraus. Superbly light and soft to the touch. Featuring 3/4 length sleeves and a matching sash tie it's the perfect piece for layering and an elegant way to dress up a simple outfit, to protect one's shoulders from the sun or the chill of the evening. They're the perfect gift and an excellent travel companion - they take no space at all. Each kimono is unique - the print is placed differently on each kimono, so the appearance of each may vary from the one pictured. All kimonos are gift-wrapped. Size: One Size, generous kimono jacket in 100% silk chiffon, a natural, warm but breathable fibre. Fabric: 100% Silk Chiffon, the softest kimono you will ever wear. The material is a 100% natural fibre sourced from different woods so it is breathable, warm and yet will not overheat. Care: Dry-clean or wash by hand in mild detergent and dry flat, out of direct sunlight. Do not tumble dry. About the artwork "From the solid depths of our planets core, through all its structural layers, a mystery of remarkable wonders are occurring just below our feet. This work is inspired by the beauty of the precious gemstones forged with a mix of minerals and matter that eventually rise up to meet Earths Surface. Earthen Rainbow illuminates the connection between the heart of our home and our core. Showcasing natures gifts from ethereal rainbows and timeless landscapes." About The Artist's Label: Limited release luxury silk and cashmere scarves, silk kimonos and pillowcases. The Artists Label, based in Sydney, showcases hand-painted artworks curated from a selection of international artists including Australia and around the world. The chosen artworks are digitally printed onto silk or cashmere. At Hunt we are proud to showcase a wide selection of The Artists Label, with four seasonal collections each year. We work closely with Richard Ramsay from The Artists Label to specify our own range of superb fine silk and cashmere scarves with a generous width. SKU: FRMAY24101
A knee length silk chiffon kimono with artwork by Australian artist Zoya Kraus. Superbly light and soft to the touch. Featuring 3/4 length sleeves and a matching sash tie it's the perfect piece for layering and an elegant way to dress up a simple outfit, to protect one's shoulders from the sun or the chill of the evening. They're the perfect gift and an excellent travel companion - they take no space at all. Each kimono is unique - the print is placed differently on each kimono, so the appearance of each may vary from the one pictured. All kimonos are gift-wrapped. Size: One Size, generous kimono jacket in 100% silk chiffon, a natural, warm but breathable fibre. Fabric: 100% Silk Chiffon, the softest kimono you will ever wear. The material is a 100% natural fibre sourced from different woods so it is breathable, warm and yet will not overheat. Care: Dry-clean or wash by hand in mild detergent and dry flat, out of direct sunlight. Do not tumble dry. About the artwork "From the solid depths of our planets core, through all its structural layers, a mystery of remarkable wonders are occurring just below our feet. This work is inspired by the beauty of the precious gemstones forged with a mix of minerals and matter that eventually rise up to meet Earths Surface. Earthen Rainbow illuminates the connection between the heart of our home and our core. Showcasing natures gifts from ethereal rainbows and timeless landscapes." About The Artist's Label: Limited release luxury silk and cashmere scarves, silk kimonos and pillowcases. The Artists Label, based in Sydney, showcases hand-painted artworks curated from a selection of international artists including Australia and around the world. The chosen artworks are digitally printed onto silk or cashmere. At Hunt we are proud to showcase a wide selection of The Artists Label, with four seasonal collections each year. We work closely with Richard Ramsay from The Artists Label to specify our own range of superb fine silk and cashmere scarves with a generous width. SKU: FRMAY24101