Forest Song Embroidery Body Bag

● Forest Song Embroidery Body Bag A Nordic-inspired patchwork, capturing the playful shapes of plants and birds. The color palette is designed to complement monochrome clothing effortlessly. This perfectly sized bag can be worn on your front or back, with its three-dimensional form contouring comfortably to your body. The adjustable strap length at two points makes it suitable for anyone, regardless of gender. ◎ Both sides of the bag feature distinct embroidery. Each piece possesses a unique character, meticulously hand-stitched by master artisan Hun using a freehand embroidery machine. ◎ The antique gold hardware unifies the design, lending a nostalgic and gentle impression. ◎ The bag is equipped with a YKK zipper for smooth opening and closing. ◎ Crafted from high-quality black cowhide leather. ◎ The exterior of the bag is made from black polyester fabric. ◎ The interior lining features a black polka dot pattern. A single zippered pocket is included inside. ◎ A 9.7-inch iPad fits snugly inside. ◎ The model wearing the bag is a size S. ◎ The photo shows the bag worn on the right side. ■ Size: 27cm (Width) x 42cm (Body Height) ■ Weight: 350g ■ Product Number: 9E87A102L1 * As each item is handmade, there may be individual differences. This is particularly true for items with darts and gathers, where measurements can vary by several centimeters. We kindly ask for your understanding and to consider the overall appearance in the photos when judging the size. Please also note that the bag may appear larger when positioned in front of the model. 《Black Leather, Black Fabric》 Type This item will be shipped from Vietnam via standard mail with tracking. Handcrafted by a Japanese resident in Vietnam. https://youtu.be/To9853__kGY The Fading Art of "Freehand Embroidery" Most of the embroidery at Pangandaran is created using "freehand embroidery." You might wonder, "How is freehand embroidery different from regular machine embroidery?" Standard machine embroidery is automated; the machine reads the design and stitches it precisely, resulting in identical, uniform pieces. In contrast, "freehand embroidery" is a craft where an artisan manually moves the fabric while stitching the design. Because it's made by human hands, each piece has its own unique expression. No two embroidered pieces are exactly alike, and the finished embroidery possesses a texture that rivals hand-embroidery. The process involves transferring the sketch onto the fabric and meticulously stitching while referencing the original artwork, coordinating with the up-and-down motion of the sewing machine needle – a truly remarkable skill that is astonishing to even imagine. Currently, there are only about 400 people in Vietnam who can perform freehand embroidery. Among them, only 50 work professionally. Furthermore, just 30 have passed the highest embroidery certification level, Level 4. Of these, only 10 can execute the intricate designs of Pangandaran, known for their difficulty. However, skill alone isn't enough; embroidery requires a discerning sense of style. Even the slightest nuance can dramatically alter the overall impression. For this reason, at Pangandaran, we entrust our work to Hun, a master artisan with unparalleled skill. Hun, now 46, began embroidering at the age of 15, bringing 31 years of dedicated experience to his craft. His artistic sensibility is truly exceptional, and we place our complete trust in him. With Vietnam's economic development, traditional crafts, like many others, face challenging circumstances. Since 2000, the number of freehand embroidery artisans has been rapidly declining. While schools for this craft once existed, they have now been replaced by master artisans taking on apprentices. Hun has trained four individuals so far, but he notes that few young people today possess the dedication to learn this intricate skill. Due to rapid economic growth, traditional handcrafts are being left behind, and the number of artisans is expected to continue decreasing. This trend is accelerating even faster than in Japan, and the national system offers little protection. Consequently, Vietnam's freehand embroidery is facing a precarious future, potentially disappearing within the next decade or so. In this video, we were fortunate to have master artisan Hun create the "Sudden Rain Embroidery." Witness the beauty of embroidery brought to life through his assured technique.