Everyone in the congregation found something they could contribute and worked together to create it.
I hope that all delegates will have wonderful memories during their stay in Japan!
Original button badge
We created original badges using logos inspired by Japan and the surrounding areas!
Our cong’s territory is famous for the beach resort called “Shonan”, surfers, the landmark “C”(Chigasaki) visible from the beach,Enoshima(A resort island with a candle tower),Mount Fuji, and summer fireworks.
Japanese patterned tie
I wanted to make something out of scraps of Kimono fabric, and came up with the idea of a bow tie. As I looked at various Japanese patterns, I learned that each pattern has a meaning.
Patterns filled with the thoughts of our ancestors include “Hemp Leaves”, which represent the hope of children’s growth, “Arrow Mochi”,which represent the achievement of goals, and “Blue Ocean Waves”,which represent the hope of peace like gentle waves that continue forever, and are also depicted on Japanese architecture and pottery.
“Sashiko” (traditional Japanese hand embroidery)
Many sisters sewed these with love and care.
”Sashiko” is a traditional Japanese handicraft technique in which patterns are stitched onto fabric with thead.
It is said to have originated from a culture that values clothes, and is still widely used for small items today.
Animal mascots,Postcards,Stationery, etc..
Many people in our congregation love animals, so we maded many animal mascots.
- Coasters of”Red Fuji”, “Blue Fuji”
In Japan, Mount Fuji is famous for its color changing depending on the weather and sunlight. - Postcards with scriptures written in Japanese traditional calligraphy.
(From the top : Proverbs15:13, 17:22, 17:1)
- The text in the photos
(From the left : “Happiness” “Love”)
Japanese Doll Bookmarks
Very cute Japanese doll bookmarks.They made each one carefully.These are really made to be worn as Kimonos.
Message: “Welcome to Japan. With Love. JW special convention”.
Origami and Japanese-style fabric art
“Origami” is a traditional Japanese art made from paper. They made some lovely little items and accessories out of “Origami”.
- We also have small items made from Japanese-patterned fabrics and cute illustrated messages available.
- Even samll and detailed origami is easy!
(The motif is cherry blossoms)
Origami crane 😆
The wings flap and move!
【Other photos, and scenes from the production 】
Whenever we had time, we gathered together with our congregation members to make them♪
We work together on detailed tasks.
