Sometimes, I like to try stitching some things by hand. It is a very relaxing time, and I like it. This motif is by Ainu people, an indigenous people in northern Japan and other parts of Russia.
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I grew up in Hokkaido, and I would see Ainu art like embroidery, appliquéd clothing, and curved wood figurines. They are all beautiful.
I wanted to try putting this motif on a mask I made for my friend during the COVID time. It still looks rudimentary, but if I practiced more, maybe I can get better at it.
