Vintage Japanese Kaya Cloth Wool Turtleneck This charming “Fiocco” series features

This charming “Fiocco” series features delicate ribbon-like motifs created by threading early 1900s–1940s glass beads onto fine wire

During firing

subtle gathering at the shoulders

fruit juices

Vintage Japanese Kaya Cloth Wool Turtleneck This charming “Fiocco” series featuresA beautiful vintage Japanese kaya (mosquito net) panel woven from lightweight ramie or hemp and dyed a deep blue green. Originally part of a household mosquito net, this narrow panel features an airy open weave that allows light to pass through while highlighting the natural texture of the fiber. Softened through age and use, the textile has a wonderful drape and subtle variations in color that reflect traditional hand dyeing and years of gentle wear.