N° 91 crushed blooms headscarf- ame pink
A headscarf hand-sculpted from repurposed Japanese silk kimonos and deadstock tulle. I gather and shape the sheer tulle base, then hand-crush, crumple, and shape each silk petal to give the flowers their soft, wrinkled texture. I hand-sew each crushed bloom onto the band and tulle, letting the flowers drape down the length like falling blooms.
I work without industrial factory molds or patterns, cutting, shaping, and hand-stitching every petal. This slow, labor-intensive work carries forward a family tradition of giving damaged historical textiles new life.
These preserved textiles exist in small, unrepeatable lengths. Some fabrics yield a small, limited run, while others produce only a single headscarf. Once a specific fabric is used, it can never be replaced. Subtle shifts in grain, aged patina, and tone ensure that every piece remains singular.
Details & Craft
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Process: Gathered deadstock tulle shaped by hand, with each crushed bloom individually cut, sculpted, and hand-sewn onto the band. The flowers shown are representative; due to the handmade process, slight variations in color, shape, and placement occur while honoring the same design sensibility.
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Finish: Raw edge detailing throughout, celebrating the natural fraying and softening of aging silk.
Dimensions
- Size: One size only
- Band Width: 3/8 inch
- Flower Motif: Approx. 1 inch width
- Tulle Drape: Approx. 17 to 20 inches from each end
Edition: 1/1 Singular Object
Material Care
Aged wear and subtle shifts in texture belong to the history of the silk, not a defect. Slight fraying over time is a natural characteristic of raw edge vintage textiles. Spot clean only when necessary, and gently reshape the petals by hand as needed.
Presentation
Each headscarf arrives in a handmade paper box, made with the same deliberate care as the brooch itself, with a handwritten provenance card. Ready to gift or keep for yourself.
Production & Delivery
I make each headscarf one by one in my New York studio. Please allow 2-3 weeks for studio production before shipment. For specific time requirements or questions, please write to me at info@considered-objects.com.
Handmade in New York City.