Fresh from Japan, the much-anticipated collection of Nani Iro sewing patterns is finally available in English!
Beloved by art fans and textile enthusiasts around the world, Nani Iro fabric has developed a cult following since the brand’s inception by artist Naomi Ito in 2002. With their simple, yet artful design, the 18 garment patterns in this book showcase fluid movement and beautiful drape for signature Nani Iro style. You’ll find instructions for stitching up a wardrobe of comfortable, flowy pieces that you’ll look forward to wearing again and again, including The Basic Blouse, The Cocoon Dress, and The Everyday Jumpsuit.
Inside, you’ll find outfit inspiration for mixing and matching me-made pieces to create artistically layered outfits. Plus, take a behind-the-scenes look at the brand’s studio in Osaka for a glimpse at the studio team’s favourite ways to style their Nani Iro pieces.
Naomi Ito is the artist and designer behind popular fabric brand Nani Iro which is available worldwide. Inspired by elements in nature, she creates breathtaking watercolour paintings that incorporate brilliant colours, shades of light and water, and poetic movement. Naomi’s innovative painterly approach to textile design has been praised as “art on fabric.” Naomi hosts workshops on watercolour painting and is the author of sewing and art books. She lives in Iga City, Japan. Follow her on Instagram @itoitonao