Behind the Scenes: Tamaki Niime

Tamaki Niime never ceases to amaze with their craftsmanship!

This gorgeous V-neck cap sleeve dress is woven using Banshu-ori dyed wool and cotton yarn. The yarn is then threaded onto a large loom and hand woven. The waffle weave texture of the fabric is achieved using a combination of plain weave and long “warp and weft floats” (non-interlacing threads) that result in the raised square pattern. A beautiful and meticulous technique that provides added comfort and durability.

 

1 – Tamaki Niime V-neck cap sleeve dress woven in wool/cotton waffle weave layered over black long sleeve tee. Accessorized with long cotton woven shawl from Tamaki Niime.
2 – Same dress from above.
3 – Back view of above.
4 – Close up of dress.
5 – Close up of dress.