Nambu Iron Paperweight by Cohana
Iwate's traditional craft "Nambu Iron" is made into Paperweight with a button motif design.
It holds fabrics and paper patterns firmly with a solid weight. The button holes can be used as a pen holder, so we focused on the balance between practicality and visual appearance.
If you have more than one, you can stack them for neat, stacking storage.
Manufacturing
Nambu Iron｜OISEI Foundry Co., Ltd.／Iwate
Haneda-cho, Mizusawa-ku, Oshu City, which is said to be the hometown of Nambu Ironware along with Morioka, is a " Town of Cast Iron" with many foundry-related companies lining the streets. The company has been in operation there since 1916. They have continued to produce high-precision products while utilizing the traditional casting technology cultivated over many years together with advanced technology.
provenance
about Cohana
Since 2016, Cohana has been dedicated to creating tools that combine ease of use with functionality, in designs that are both creative and aesthetically pleasing. Its philosophy celebrates traditional Japanese craftsmanship passed down through the generations. Through its handcrafted products, the company promotes these techniques and supports local communities to ensure they endure in the modern world.
Cohana takes its name from the goddess ‘Konohanasakuyahime’ of Japanese mythology. As beautiful as a cherry tree in bloom, she is revered as the guardian goddess of Mount Fuji, a symbol of Japan.
about our fabrics
For the past 12 years, we've been experimenting and refining our processes to work with the best natural fibers available. We select our materials for their durability, comfort, aesthetic properties, and the conditions in which they were produced. We prioritize suppliers located near our workshop. Many of our jerseys and knits are made in Canada, while some woven fabrics come from the United States. For more specialized materials, we work with Japan and certain European countries (mainly Italy and northern countries). It is essential for us to ensure that workers' conditions are fair, and the best way to be sure is to choose countries that have a charter of individual rights that resembles ours!
delivery
Our shipments are made from our Mile End (Montreal) workshop within an average of 3 to 7 business days. In Canada, delivery is free for orders of $175 before taxes and more. The delivery rate is fixed for Quebec and Ontario: $12 and for the rest of Canada: $16. For local bike delivery in Montreal, the fee is $7 for orders under $100. By entering your shipping address, you will know if the local delivery option is available for your order.
exchange policy
Exchanges are accepted within ten days of receiving the package. A return authorization must be sent to info@atelier-b.ca. Items must be unworn and the package must include your name and order number. Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility, and atelier b will cover the cost of returning the second item. A credit may be applied; no refunds.
Underwear, patterns, and sale items are final sale.
made to order
If the color or size you are looking for is no longer available, do not hesitate to write to us. We have a fabric inventory at the workshop that allows us to manufacture any of our models, whether it is this one or a piece from a past collection. Simply write to us at info@atelier-b.ca with the model you are looking for so we can suggest fabrics and colors! Orders sewn at the workshop are at the regular price (if the model is on sale, the discount does not apply to a piece sewn to order). Production time can vary from 4 to 6 weeks. Items from past collections sewn to order have a 10% surcharge. We can also make alterations to the pattern, in which case there will be an additional charge depending on the situation which can vary from 10 to 20%.