Daytrippers!
Daytrippers! is a collaboration between V&A Dundee and Local Heroes aimed at supporting designers and local makers by commissioning collectable, limited edition souvenirs. I have created two exclusive designs for furoshiki - multi-use square cloths used in Japan to carry items and wrap gifts.
Ellen Martin Textiles
Edinburgh, Scotland
The inspiration for the print design of this furoshiki is based on paper fortunes found at temples and shrines in Japan called Omikuji. These fortunes are often folded and tied onto trees or on rows of wires in the temple or shrine grounds.
The inspiration for this design came from maple trees in the many gardens of Kyoto.
Furoshiki can be worn as scarves or as a bag when looped through a leather strap.
Omikuji is a smaller furoshiki, perfect for wearing as a scarf.
The many uses of furoshiki include using them as a wall hanging.
A leather strap by Fernweh turns the furoshiki into a bag.
One of the traditional uses of a furoshiki - to wrap and carry items.