Gecko Embroidery Body Bag

● Gecko Embroidery Body Bag A gecko with a curled tail graces the front, while a sleek-tailed gecko adorns the back. The polka dot patchwork adds a playful touch to the delightful embroidery. This perfectly sized bag can be worn on either the front or back, and its three-dimensional construction conforms comfortably to your body. With adjustable strap lengths at two points, it's suitable for anyone. ◎ The bag features different embroidery on each side. Each piece has a unique expression, meticulously crafted by skilled artisan Hun using a freehand embroidery machine. ◎ The antique gold hardware is unified, creating a nostalgic and gentle impression. ◎ YKK zippers are used for the bag's closure. ◎ High-quality black cowhide leather is used. ◎ The exterior of the bag is made from beige and black polyester fabric. ◎ The interior lining features a navy polka dot pattern. A single zippered pocket is included inside. ◎ A 9.7-inch iPad fits snugly inside. ◎ The body mannequin is a size S. ◎ The photo shows the bag for right-handed use. ■ Size: 27cm (width) x 42cm (body) ■ Weight: 350g ■ Product Number: 9E27A87L1 * As the products are handmade, there may be individual differences. This is especially true for items with darts and gathers, where measurements can vary by several centimeters. Therefore, please consider the size holistically, including the photos. Also, please note that photos often make the product appear larger when it is positioned in front of the mannequin. 《Black Leather / Beige Coarse Fabric》 Type This item will be shipped from Vietnam via standard mail with tracking. Made by a Japanese resident in Vietnam. https://youtu.be/To9853__kGY The Fading Art of 《Freehand Embroidery》 Most of Pangandaran's embroidery is done using 《freehand embroidery machines》. We are often asked, "How is 《freehand embroidery》 different from regular machine embroidery?" Standard machine embroidery reads an embroidery pattern and stitches it automatically, resulting in perfectly uniform, identical pieces. In contrast, 《freehand embroidery》 is an artisan skill where the craftsperson moves the fabric to create the pattern. Because it's made by human hands, each piece has a unique character. No two embroidered pieces are exactly alike, and the finished embroidery has a texture that resembles hand-embroidery. It involves transferring a sketch to the fabric and stitching while referring to the original artwork, coordinating with the up-and-down motion of the sewing machine needle – a craft that is astonishing even to imagine. Currently, there are only about 400 people in Vietnam who can perform freehand embroidery. Of these, only 50 work professionally. Furthermore, just 30 have passed the highest embroidery certification level, Level 4. Among them, only 10 can execute the intricate designs of Pangandaran. However, being skilled isn't enough; embroidery requires artistic sensibility. Even a slight nuance can significantly alter the overall impression. For this reason, we entrust our work to Hun, who possesses the highest level of skill. Hun is currently 46 years old but has been embroidering since the age of 15, making him a veteran of 31 years in this craft. Moreover, he has an exceptional sense of design. We place our complete trust in him. With recent economic development, traditional craft workshops in Vietnam, like elsewhere, face challenging circumstances. Since 2000, the number of people capable of freehand embroidery has been rapidly declining. While there used to be schools for this craft, now, skilled artisans train apprentices. Hun has taught four people so far, but he notes that there are no young people capable of this technique nowadays. Due to rapid economic growth, manual craftsmanship is being left behind, and the number of artisans is expected to decrease further. This trend is accelerating faster than in Japan, and the national system offers little protection. As a result, Vietnam's freehand embroidery is on the verge of disappearing within the next decade or so. In this video, we had the privilege of having the master artisan Hun create the "Sudden Rain Embroidery." Please witness the beautiful embroidery coming to life with his assured technique.