• Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue
  • Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue
  • Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue
  • Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue
  • Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue
    • Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue
    • Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue
    • Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue
    • Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue
    • Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue

    Shall we dye it? In Blueberry Blue

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    ¥8,800
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    ¥8,800
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    It’s the season for a little wardrobe change.

    Got a slightly stained thick blouse? A long-sleeve T-shirt? White cotton pants, a cardigan, or maybe a tote bag?

    If it's made of cotton—
    Why not dye it?
    Why not bring it back to life?
    Why not let it live on, dyed and renewed?

    Bring your cotton items to our Yutenji or Shibuya shop (or send them by post)!

    Deadline: Sunday, June 6
    Drop-off in store or ensure your package arrives by this date. Items will be returned around Late-June. Cotton only.

    Every fabric takes the dye differently—thickness, texture, weave. So part of the joy is the surprise. See what kind of black your piece becomes.

    We accept:
    —Cotton or linen only
    —Cotton/linen blends are OK
    —No synthetic fabrics (they won’t take the dye)
    —Items with removable metal parts are OK
    —Please remove all buttons beforehand
    —If possible, write your name on the nylon care tag inside using a permanent marker—it helps us identify your item once dyed!

    Send your items to:

    〒153-0052
    Tokyo, Meguro-ku, Yutenji 1-22-7
    THE LITTLE SHOP OF FLOWERS
    Attn: "Shall we dye it?"

    Pricing:
    Up to 500g: ¥8,800 (about 2–3 T-shirts)
    Up to 1kg: ¥11,000 (about 6–8 T-shirts)

    Submission Deadline:
    Sunday, June 6, 2025 – must arrive by this date

    Return Timing:
    Late-June 2025
    (Please note: exact timing may vary slightly.)

    For questions or to inquire about bringing your item in:
    03-6452-3723 (Closed Thursdays)
    Or [contact us here]

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    item description

    Please note that this item cannot be purchased together with other products.
    * Only send in items that are 100% cotton and plain (no prints or patterns).
    * Buttons should be removed beforehand, as they may crack during the dyeing process.
    * Items with metal parts or zippers may discolor or affect other items during dyeing—please avoid sending these.
    * Delicate or worn fabrics may tear during processing.

    * This product must be purchased separately from other items.
    * Please understand that complex designs may result in unexpected finishes.
    * Most stitching threads are polyester and may retain their original color.
    * Heavily stained areas may darken or change color during dyeing.
    * Interfacing materials may wrinkle, stiffen, or discolor.
    * Items treated with softeners or bleach may develop uneven dye results.

    If we determine that an item cannot be dyed safely, we will return it to you.

    shipping method

    This product is made by dyeing items entrusted to us by customers and returning them after the process.
    Please note that it cannot be purchased together with currently available items, as the delivery timeline differs.

    You can either send your items by post or bring them directly to us. Shipping or delivery costs for sending the items to us must be covered by you.
    Once dyeing is complete, we will ship the finished items to the address you provide at checkout.
    Please note that the delivery method cannot be selected.

    notes

    What is Botanical Dye?

    Botanical dye is a unique Japanese dyeing technique that adapts traditional plant-based dyeing (kusaki-zome) to suit modern lifestyles.
    Unlike conventional methods, it does not use mordants. Instead, a small amount of safe synthetic dye is blended with natural pigments—making it both colorfast and washable in a modern washing machine. It’s a Japanese innovation that harmonizes tradition and practicality.

    Botanical dye carries within it the concentrated energy of plants that live in harmony with nature.

    Plant-based dyeing has existed since ancient times—even before recorded history. People understood that tannins and polyphenols had antibacterial and deodorizing properties, and they used dyeing to help protect themselves from disease-causing bacteria. Through this, they gained not only color but also the energy of plants—energy that could solve problems or block negative influences.



    In daily life, whether it’s work or relationships, we face all kinds of challenges. Of course, it's important to have the energy to solve those problems—but sometimes, it’s even more powerful to quietly wrap ourselves in fabric dyed again and again with the rhythm of nature. This can sharpen our sense of coexistence with the natural world—and that, I believe, leads us to a brighter future.

    So—what do you think?
    Botanical dye :)
    Would you like to try dyeing, too?
    To feel the silent language of plants.

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