After being so moved by all the people donating, since I have limited funds myself, I decided to make purses with Japanese themes and sell them to donate 50% of the proceeds. This coin purse is the first of many I'm going to make to contribute to one of the worst disasters in all the world. The Rising Sun insignia was draw freehand to make a pattern piece that was then cut out in this bright red vinyl. Since most of my work is Gothic or rock theme, I felt this should be no different. I will also be making them with white backrounds but this was my first idea.
I've always loved Japan and have spent the last 5 years of my life studing the language. Most of the music I listen to currently is Japanese rock music. Everything from Gackt and Buck-Tick, to X-Japan and An Cafe. One day I hope to visit Japan and maybe live there.
With that in mind it only seemed fitting for me to venture into making Japanese themed or style bags. I've been working on doing some Anime inspired bags, but hadn't yet gone into making anything else that was Japan specific. It's unfortunate that I should get inspiration from such tragity. I wanted to donate something to the people of Japan, and since I don't have money all I can offer is my sewing skills. I don't really have a number goal in mind but I will be selling these bags and collecting the money to send to Japan. It's the least this one person can do. It also gives people something tangible to show their support.
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