Tulip Yaezakura Wooden Sewing Box
Some objects are made to be kept close.
The Tulip Yaezakura sewing box is one of them.
Quietly beautiful. Deeply considered. Made to last.
Rooted in the Japanese tradition of caring for tools, this box offers more than storage. It becomes part of the ritual — a place where making begins and ends.
Crafted from paulownia wood, often called “living wood”, the box allows its contents to breathe. A material long trusted in Japan for protecting precious items, from textiles to ceramics.
Lightweight. Stable. Naturally patterned.
Each box is hand-painted in Kyoto, using traditional motifs inspired by Japanese craft and culture — a quiet nod to heritage in every detail.
Inside, a carefully assembled collection of sewing tools.
Functional. Refined. Enduring.
Many elements are made using repurposed kimono silk, giving each set its own character. The fabrics vary, making every box unique.
What you’ll receive
– 2 Tulip milliner needles no. 5 (0.84 × 51.5mm)
– 2 Tulip sharps sewing needles no. 7 (0.69 × 39.7mm)
– 1 Tulip embroidery needle no. 7 (0.69 × 38.1mm)
– 2 Tulip silk needles no. 8 (0.56 × 39.4mm)
– 3 Tulip Momiji cellulose pins (0.55 × 48mm)
– 1 pair of thread scissors (90mm)
– 1 scissors case
– 1 pincushion
– 1 spool of thread (white, red and black)
– 1 yarn threader
– 1 bamboo ruler (10cm)
The box
A compact, handcrafted structure designed for longevity:
– Hinged lid for easy access
– Drawer with knob for additional storage
– Paulownia wood construction (13 × 10 × 7.5cm)
– Hand-painted finish from Kyoto artisans
Please note: Every element is handmade. Variations in fabric, finish and detail are part of what makes each box unique.
