Mottainai Creations

Mottainai Creations Repurposing Antique and Vintage Japanese Kimonos into Scarves, Jewelry, and household decor.

Squeezing in a little sewing here and there. I made a prototype of a new tote bag. Thinking boat flags and pieces blue a...
04/12/2026

Squeezing in a little sewing here and there. I made a prototype of a new tote bag. Thinking boat flags and pieces blue and whites would be amazing!! Who doesn’t love a good tote? Also playing with fun cottons for some more zippered pouches. I am in the works of another Japanese Friendship Garden restock and then Etsy. As soon as I get Etsy stocked I’ll post an announcement. Hang tight….

Headed back over to watch AZ vs GCU. First round of playoffs. Nail bitter of a game. AZ got the win and are headed o to ...
04/12/2026

Headed back over to watch AZ vs GCU. First round of playoffs. Nail bitter of a game. AZ got the win and are headed o to next round. Highlights- getting to see Caelyb. Had to get a Saintsmen photo!

It’s been quiet as LOTS of family time and rugby have been in the mix. We have been making wonderful memories and being ...
04/12/2026

It’s been quiet as LOTS of family time and rugby have been in the mix. We have been making wonderful memories and being present. Headed to Washington to meet up with family to cross to Canada and cheer on our two favorite Wildcats!! Then the following weekend “kidnapped” a couple of Oli’s rugby buddies and drove to AZ to watch the big brothers last season game. Grateful for these moments and loved listening to the conversations and giggling between these three. Had beautiful weather for two rugby games and plenty of afternoon pool time. Introduced them to Franks ( a favorite breakfast diner.) it was such a hit we ate there twice!

It’s spring in the office but feels like summer here in CA. Hand delivering items for a craft booth with my mom and Aunt...
03/20/2026

It’s spring in the office but feels like summer here in CA. Hand delivering items for a craft booth with my mom and Aunts this weekend in WA while rendezvousing to watch our bigs boys get after it on the rugby pitch. So much FUN to create with fabrics in my stash. More pouches are in the works and feeling confident with cord keepers now.

This little guy was enjoying the cherry blossoms….🌸
03/12/2026

This little guy was enjoying the cherry blossoms….🌸

Great variety of sunglasses/eyeglass cases just delivered to for the Cherry Blossom Festival.
03/11/2026

Great variety of sunglasses/eyeglass cases just delivered to for the Cherry Blossom Festival.

A little eye candy from Japanese Friendship Garden today. The Sakura are starting to show off!!
03/03/2026

A little eye candy from Japanese Friendship Garden today. The Sakura are starting to show off!!

Sakura season is here!! Love how these little zippered pouches turned out. Even added a little Sakura zipper charm. Get ...
03/01/2026

Sakura season is here!! Love how these little zippered pouches turned out. Even added a little Sakura zipper charm. Get ready Japanese Friendship Garden these are headed your way!

First handful of blooms spotted at The Japanese Friendship Garden this morning during restock delivery. The tree had jus...
02/11/2026

First handful of blooms spotted at The Japanese Friendship Garden this morning during restock delivery. The tree had just a handful and I just couldn’t help but snap a few photos! It was the only tree with a little pink starting to show….EEK!!

Restock will also include some colorful trivet/hot pads. Snuck in a few Sakura blossoms…can’t wait for the blooms this ...
02/05/2026

Restock will also include some colorful trivet/hot pads. Snuck in a few Sakura blossoms…can’t wait for the blooms this year!

Sunglass/Eyeglass cases in the works for the next restock. It’s the season for Sakura blossoms 🌸. Stay tuned… there’s m...
02/03/2026

Sunglass/Eyeglass cases in the works for the next restock. It’s the season for Sakura blossoms 🌸. Stay tuned… there’s more to share!!

You know you’re in restock mode when an early morning hand sewing sesh is happening….
01/20/2026

You know you’re in restock mode when an early morning hand sewing sesh is happening….

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