piece, (colorful mix)A5 Size (fits Cousin)
minä perhonen creates all-original textiles that are specially dyed, embroidered and woven to recreate designs that were originally hand-drawn. "piece," patchwork covers are made with all the leftover pieces of textiles saved when creating clothing and handbags so they don't go to waste.
The “colorful mix” collection includes 11 different designs with a variety of bright and chic colors to give the cover a fun and eye-popping look. In addition, each textile has a unique texture, thickness, material, and even age. Fabric patches are cut from a different spot in the original textile and sewn into the patchwork by hand, giving every cover an entirely unique look.
The mustard yellow cow leather cover interior and pen holders are accented with dotted lace bookmarks.
Due to the limited nature of the textile leftovers used in the patchwork, this cover is available through lottery sale. For more information, please see the About Lottery Sales section below.
Textiles used in “piece, (colorful mix)”
1-A. snow candle (2013-14 Autumn / Winter)
This textile depicts moonlight illuminating a sparkling snow-covered forest like candlelight.
*The textile #1 comes either in A or B.
1-B. sand rose (2014 Spring / Summer)
This textile depicts the image formed when sand crystals take on the shape of a rose.
*The textile #1 comes either in A or B.
2. tambourine (2000-01 Autumn / Winter)
Freehand-drawn circles are embroidered in dots that protrude from the fabric in this minä perhonen classic.
3. kaleidoscope (2011-12 Autumn / Winter)
This three-dimensional velvet pile design explores the world of shapes as seen through a spinning kaleidoscope.
4. winter lake(2016-17 Autumn / Winter)
A swan rests its wings while sitting in the winter lake along its migratory journey in this warm Jacquard Velvet piece.
5-A. botany (2016-17 Autumn / Winter)
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Plants firmly rooted in great plains are blown by the wind, and this image is recreated by using several layers of embroidery to depict the robust disposition of nature.
*The textile #5 comes either in A or B.
5-B. sky flower (2012-13 Autumn / Winter)
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Butterflies bloom in the sky like flowers with this embroidered pattern that uses extra-thick thread to give the piece a hand-drawn feel.
*The textile #5 comes either in A or B.
6-A. flower diamond (2015-16 Autumn / Winter)
This design depicts flowers sparkling as radiantly as a diamond. The repeating shapes protrude from the textile.
*The textile #6 comes in A, B or C.
6-B. pebble (2014-15 Autumn / Winter)
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Glittery thread gives this embroidered textile the shine of an ore sparkling from within a rock. The gorgeous thread reflects light from within the textile.
*The textile #6 comes in A, B or C.
6-C. botany (2016-17 Autumn / Winter)
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Plants firmly rooted in great plains are blown by the wind, and this image is recreated by using several layers of embroidery to depict the robust disposition of nature.
*The textile #6 comes in A, B or C.
7. choucho (2001 Spring / Summer)
Butterflies delicately flutter through the air in this charming, detailed work of embroidery.
8. land puzzle (2014-15 Autumn / Winter)
Corduroy ridges form various patterns, with shadows and 3D effects making it look like a scene you’re looking down on from the sky.
9. giardino (2016-17 Autumn / Winter)
giardino is Italian for “garden.” The embroidered flowers appear to be dancing as they bloom.
*The textile #9 comes in one of the two types above.
10. good news! (2012-13 Autumn / Winter)
This pattern shows the spreading of good news with its sparkle that changes depending on the light.
11. wavelet (2013 Spring / Summer)
This pintuck-woven textile sparkles with a silky gradient reminiscent of rippling waves.
*This textile is featured randomly among covers, so you can look forward to seeing which one you get!
About minä perhonen
minä perhonen is a fashion brand created by desinger Akira Minagawa.
First founded in 1995 under the name minä. Opened the first shop in Shirokanedai, Tokyo in 2000, and renamed the brand name to "minä perhonen" in 2003.
In Finnish, “minä” means“I,” and “perhonen”means“butterfly,”expressing Minagawa’s hopes to create designs as light-hearted and beautiful as the flapping wings of a butterfly.
Opened a total of 9 shops across Japan. In 2016, opened new locations in Daikanyama, in the Spiralbuilding in Aoyama,Tokyo,and in Kanazawa.
minä perhonen Website
- PriceJPY25,380JPY25,380JPY25,790JPY21,600(incl. tax, excl. shipping)
- LanguageJapaneseJapaneseJapaneseN/A
- SizeA5 (148 mm x 210 mm / 5.8" x 8.3")A5 (148 mm x 210 mm / 5.8" x 8.3")A5 (148 mm x 210 mm / 5.8" x 8.3")N/A
- DatesApril - March 2019January - December 2018January - June / July - December 2018 (2-book set)N/A
- CalendarsStarting on MondayStarting on MondayStarting on MondayN/A
- Shipping DateEarly MarchEarly MarchEarly MarchEarly March
- Sale MethodLottery saleLottery saleLottery saleLottery sale
- International ShippingAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailable
- Store Exclusives
- Meal Decider Dice
& 3-Color ballpoint pen
- Meal Decider Dice
& 3-Color ballpoint pen
- Meal Decider Dice
& 3-Color ballpoint pen
- N/A
- Meal Decider Dice
About Lottery Sales
This cover comes in a limited quantity, so it will be offered through lottery sale.
Please submit your entry during the sale period for a chance to purchase this cover.
Sale Method | Lottery Sale |
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Details |
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Sale Period | Starts: Thursday, February 1, 2018, 11:00 AM Japan time Ends: Tuesday, February 13, 2018, 11:00 AM Japan time |
Announcement of the lottery results | Upon winning the drawing, you will automatically purchase the cover. All customers, winning or not, will receive the lottery results by February 16. |
Specifications
- Cover
Size A5 size
W: 165 x H: 230 x T: 30 mm / W: 6.5" x H: 9.1" x T: 1.2"
*Excluding pen holders
*Specifications may vary slightlyWeight Approx. 140 g Main material Exterior: Cotton, linen and others
Interior: Cow leather- Book (Cousin / Japanese / April Start)
Size A5 size
W: 148 x H: 210 x T: 17 mm / W: 5.8" x H: 8.3" x T: 0.7"
*Actual book size may vary slightlyWeight Approx. 482 g Pages 544 pages Binding Stitch-binding Paper Type Thin, light Tomoe River paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners. Graph Paper Size 3.7 mm Yearly Calendar 2017, 2018, 2019 Yearly Index Apr. 2018 - Mar. 2019 (4 pages) Monthly Calendar Feb. 2018 - May 2019 (32 pages) Daily Page Apr. 1, 2018 - Mar. 31, 2019 (378 pages)
*A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
*A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
*All daily pages include Daily Quotes.Daily Quotes One per day (Japanese) Weekly Calendar Mar. 26, 2018 - Mar. 31, 2019 (106 pages) Memo Pages 4 pages Informational Pages Time Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / Favorite Local Japanese Foods / Hobonichi's TK Stretch / Chatting With People Around the World / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Table / Useful Links / Addresses (for 8 People) / Personal Notes Listed Information Day of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (Traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms (Japanese) / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon) - Book (Cousin / Japanese / January Start)
Size A5 size
W: 148 x H: 210 x T: 17 mm / W: 5.8" x H: 8.3" x T: 0.7"
*Actual book size may vary slightlyWeight Approx. 482 g Pages 544 pages Binding Stitch-binding Paper Type Thin, light Tomoe River paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners. Graph Paper Size 3.7 mm Yearly Calendar 2017, 2018, 2019 Yearly Index Jan. 2018 - Dec. 2018 (4 pages) Monthly Calendar Dec. 2017 - Mar. 2019 (32 pages) Daily Page Jan. 1, 2018 - Dec. 31, 2018 (379 pages)
*A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
*A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
*All daily pages include Daily Quotes.Daily Quotes One per day (Japanese) Weekly Calendar Jan. 1, 2018 - Jan. 6, 2019 (106 pages) Memo Pages 6 pages Informational Pages Time Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / Favorite Local Japanese Foods / Hobonichi's TK Stretch / Chatting With People Around the World / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Table / Useful Links / Addresses (for 8 People) / Personal Notes Listed Information Day of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (Traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms (Japanese) / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon) - Book (Cousin Avec / Japanese / January Start / 2-Book Set)
Size A5 size x 2 books
Each Book: W: 148 x H: 210 x T: 10 mm / W: 5.8" x H: 8.3" x T: 0.4"
*Actual book size may vary slightlyWeight Each Book: Approx. 278 g Pages Each Book: 288 pages Binding Stitch-binding Paper Type Thin, light Tomoe River paper resistant to bleeding and designed for planners. Graph Paper Size 3.7 mm Yearly Calendar 2017, 2018, 2019 Yearly Index Book 1: Jan. 2018 - Dec. 2018 (4 pages)
Book 2: July 2018 - June 2019 (4 pages)Monthly Calendar Book 1: Dec. 2017 - July 2018 (16 pages)
Book 2: June 2018 - Jan. 2019 (16 pages)Daily Page Book 1: Jan. 1, 2018 - June 30, 2018 (189 pages)
*A blank two-page spread is featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
*A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
*All daily pages include Daily Quotes.
Book 2: July 1, 2018 - Dec. 31, 2018 (193 pages)
*Three blank pages are featured at the very beginning of the book to provide a free area when starting out the book.
*A page is included at the beginning of each month to help in planning ahead.
*All daily pages include Daily Quotes.Daily Quotes One per day (Japanese) Weekly Calendar Book 1: Jan. 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018 (52 pages)
Book 2: June 25, 2018 - Jan. 6, 2019 (56 pages)Memo Pages Book 1: 10 pages
Book 2: 2 pagesInformational Pages Time Table / Graph Paper / Favorites / My 100 / Favorite Local Japanese Foods / Hobonichi's TK Stretch / Chatting With People Around the World / Solar Terms / Emergency Preparedness / Gifts / Age Table / Conversion Table / Useful Links / Addresses (for 8 People) / Personal Notes Listed Information Day of the year / Week of the year (listed on monthly and weekly calendars) / Old lunar calendar / Rokuyo (Traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar) (listed on monthly calendars) / Solar terms (Japanese) / Japanese holidays / Moon phase (daily pages include every phase, monthly calendars only include full and new moon)
Please Read Before You Buy
In order to provide you with the most satisfaction for your product, we've compiled a list of warnings, potential issues, and tips to keep in mind for this particular product. Please be sure to read this information carefully before placing your order.
- All covers are hand-made and may contain slight variances
Each and every cover is individually sewn by a factory worker hand-operating a sewing machine. Best efforts are made to ensure consistent sizes and specifications, but there may be slight differences.
- No outer pocket
This cover does not contain an outer pocket.
- Sharp objects may unravel threads
Threads protrude from the material, so please be careful not to catch sharp items under them as they may unravel.
- Fabric may pucker around the edges of embroidery
The embroidered design on the cover is quite large, so the material may be slightly puckered, or wrinkled, around its edges.
- Interior of cover may be loose
The interior of the cover may not be perfectly taut due to limitations during the manufacturing process.
- Lace bookmarks may contain frays
The bookmarks of this cover use original mina perhonen lace straps. If you see any loose threads, we recommend refraining from pulling on it and instead tucking it between other woven threads.
- Patchwork patterns vary by cover
The textiles comprising the patchwork design differ by design and location for each cover. Please understand the random nature of the design before ordering.
- Pen holders are rigid at first
The pen holders are rigid at first, making it difficult to insert pens. You can speed up the breaking-in process by rolling the pen holders in your hand.
- Sliding no-slip pens into the pen holder
Pens with rubber, non-slip grips may be difficult to slide into the pen holder.
- Maximum pen width of 13.5mm for pen holder
The pen holder is designed to perfectly fit the 12.2mm (0.48”) diameter Jetstream pen offered as a free bonus gift with select Japanese-version Hobonichi Web Shop products. Pens with certain shapes and materials may be difficult to pull through the holder. The holder can fit pens up to 13.5mm (0.53”) in diameter.
- Inquiries about the minä perhonen collaboration covers
These Hobonichi Techo cover designs were directed by minä perhonen, but produced by Hobonichi. Inquiries about these covers cannot be answered at minä perhonen shop locations, so please contact the Hobonichi Store with any questions or concerns.
- Avoid using with Cover on Cover
This cover uses thicker materials than usual, so it may not fit. Forcing it into a Cover on Cover may damage the products.
- Pattern alignment varies by cover
The exact alignment of the pattern across the cover varies by design, so your product will appear slightly differently than the product page example.
- Color may vary slightly based on viewing screen
The color of the product may be slightly different in actuality than compared to how it appeared on a computer or smartphone screen.
- Stitching may be slightly curved or bumpy.
Stitching may be slightly curved or bumpy as a result of sewing together materials of various thicknesses.
Staff List
Photographer | Styled Images: Jun Imajo (D-CORD) / Product Detail: Hiroyuki Oe |
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Stylist | Miki Aizawa |
Makeup & Hair | George Morikawa |
Model | Ran Taniguchi (étrenne) |