Friday, April 18, 2008

Cranes For Peace

Same fabric so many designs.. Our lastest piece from Japan featuring a flock of cranes.

The Japanese Crane is regarded as the most majestic and elegant birds in Japan with its slender figure, well-balanced contrast of black and white feathers on its body, and a crown-like red spot on its heads. From its beautiful appearance and a legend that cranes live to thousand years old. The Japanese people have long considered crane as a symbol of longevity and auspiciousness. Folded white paper origami cranes are often placed at memorial parks to symbolize peace. Folded paper cranes are also given to ill people to wish them a quick recovery. It is said that 1000 folded paper origami cranes makes a wish come true.

Crane motifs are also used in Japanese weddings, wedding kimono and Japanese wedding decoration for cranes mate for life and devotion to their partners in all seasons. Both male and female work together to build their nest and care for their young.

Throughout Asia, the crane is a symbol of peace, happiness, fortune and eternal youth and has inspired the creation of many beautiful decorations and products!



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