[Available in Limited Quantities] 9th Anniversary Tombo-dama Sewing Pins Butterfly (45-452)

A Butterfly Bringing Happiness for Our 9th Anniversary

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These beautiful glass sewing pins are crafted with master craftsmanship.

This special set includes three of our classic floral tombo-dama pins, paired with one newly designed yellow butterfly pin.

The pins themselves are crafted in Hiroshima, a region renowned for producing durable, flexible, and high-quality needles and pins.

*The patterns and colors of the floral pins are assorted. Please enjoy the unique encounter with the design you receive.

These exquisite sewing pins feature a tombo-dama glass bead adorned on the top. Tombo-dama beads are a Japanese traditional craft, produced in a variety of colors and unique designs by master craftsmen. Tombo-dama literally means "dragonfly's eye" because these beautiful glass beads resemble the mysterious eyes of dragonflies. 

Artisans utilize the manufacturing techniques of Tombo-dama, using millefiori made in-house, carefully welding each piece by hand. Millefiori rods are heated in the flame of a burner, carefully shaped and extruded, then attached to the pin. Pins measure approimately 5mm in diameter at the head and are produced lovingly by hand at Kinari Glassworks in Osaka. Each pin is entirely unique with its own distinct charm, like a flower.

* Please note that dark marks may appear where the pin meets the glass due to the high-temperature fusion process. The appearance may vary from piece to piece and does not indicate a defect.

Producing Regions

Osaka, Hiroshima

Producer

Tombo-dama glass beads | Kinari Glass / Osaka

Kinari Glass was founded in 1994 in Osaka City as a company providing burner work supplies and materials for Tombo-dama glass beads manufactured in-house. They relocated their factory functions to Tanba Sasayama City in 2000 and developed their original environmentally friendly lead-free glass for crafts.
Each artisan brings out the best in glass and carefully produces each item with care and attention.

Product Size

All measurements are for reference only. Actual dimensions may vary slightly.

Package Size

Materials

Glass, nickel plating, steel

Handling Precautions

• The needle tip is sharp, so please be careful not to lose or when handling.
• Please do not use for any purpose other than sewing.
• Wipe off sweat and grease after use to prevent discoloration and rusting.
• The glass tops are handmade, so there are individual differences in size and pattern.
• The glass top of the sewing pin may come off if you pull too strong.
• Keep out of reach of infants and young children.