Knotting is one of the techniques that I learned at Kurashiki Genuine Dyeing and Textile Hand weave Laboratory.

Knotting literally means “to tie knots.” Creating these knotting chair pad

starts with knotting a bundle of 160 wool strings into tight warp strings and then securing the strings with under threads and striking hard on them to finish the work. Originally, the idea of chair pad was born of people’s desire to feel carpet-like warmth and smooth texture in a more compact form, like cushions.

 

The materials are high quality slender merino wool strings that feel soft and not scratchy on your skin. The knotting chair pads are created beautifully and durably so you can use them for many decades.

 

My handcrafted “Mainichi Knotting” (Mainichi means everyday) is a mixture of Japanese folk craft traditional rustic patterns and my own designs. I believe that you will definitely enjoy Mainichi Knotting’s variety of colors and patterns. (Knotting artist, Ikuko Sasamura)