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Turning Japanese on madeit Day 4 - final day

Posted by Christiana (Tia) on Sunday, August 8, 2010, In : madeit

It has been a really enjoyable experience to learn so much about Japanese culture and the life and training of a Geisha in particular, through the book I have been reading for the past 4 days (if you are looking for the details please check back to the first blog 'Turning Japanese'). For ease of reading and to aid retention of the many foreign words I would have appreciated a glossary at the end of the book.

Today is the last day that I will feature a madeit seller who offers Japanese themed c...

Turning Japanese on madeit Day 3

Posted by Christiana (Tia) on Saturday, August 7, 2010, In : madeit

It is getting close to the end of the book now, yesterday afternoon I got even more involved with
Mineko Iwasaki's story. A lot of the part that I have read described the intricate details of the Kimono - the classical Geisha outfit.

Did you know it can weigh up to 20kg and takes a dedicated, professionally trained, 'dresser' to dress the geisha? The whole process can take as long as 5 hours!
Most japanese women are quite petite, so if you imagine having a body weight of - say - 45kg - and the...

Turning Japanese on madeit Day 2

Posted by Christiana (Tia) on Friday, August 6, 2010, In : madeit

Well, I am up to page 195 and continue to be enchanted and fascinated by the Japanese culture and the memoirs of a Geisha.
As promised, I am continuing to feature a madeit seller that offers japanese themed craft every day until the book is finished. Today I'd like to showcase the work of Wintu on madeit, a seller who has crafted several gorgeous japanese themed handbags as you can see below. Be sure to pop over to the store to have a look what else is on offer!

Jet Black Vinyl and Blue Geisha ...

Turning Japanese on madeit!

Posted by Christiana (Tia) on Thursday, August 5, 2010, In : madeit

Books - I cannot imagine my life without them!
Currently I am reading the memoir of Mineko Iwasaki - Geisha of Gion.

Mineko started her training as a Geisha age 5 - her story is fascinating and rich with insights into a culture that - so far - was very foreign to me. Other than Sushi and Cherry Blossom there was little else I associated with Japanese Culture.
I would like to celebrate my journey with everyone by exploring the vast variety of Japanese inspired craft on madeit!
Every day - until I...

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A passion for Herbs, Healing and Wellness has led me from Nursing onto the path of Herbal Nourishment. These amazing plants have been my allies since my childhood, and it is my desire to share my experience with as many people as possible.