Wool painting brooch with vintage beads and brass

The Wizard's Mountain Deep within, untouched mountain ranges hold shimmering ore. In the harsh, windswept wilderness mines where no one dares approach, it is said wizards who inherit ancient magic dwell. The hawk circling as if ruling the mountains is surely a wizard transformed into a bird. Wool paintings where layers upon layers of color and line form shapes, depicting a profoundly serene world. A brooch that adds a small yet cherished world, like a fragment of a story, to your daily life. /// The Story of Wool Painting Brooches /// Wool starts as a fluffy mass, but when separated, reveals the finest sheep's hair. We named the art created by layering these delicate fibers “wool painting.” Paintings made with wool cannot be rendered as neatly and precisely as pencil drawings. Instead, they possess a free, expansive quality—rustic, pastoral, and reminiscent of the fairy-tale worlds crafted by children. This brooch invites you to enjoy the rich expression of wool and the small world crafted by hand in your daily life. /// The Artistry of Wool Painting Brooches /// Wool painting involves taking tiny amounts of wool in various colors, just a few millimeters at a time, layering them, and stitching them firmly in place. It requires generous amounts of time, gradually building up color and form bit by bit. Only Hiroshima Beads, vintage Japanese beads made over 50 years ago, are embroidered onto the completed wool paintings. Hiroshima beads, used even in Paris Fashion Week and haute couture, were crafted through world-renowned, masterful artisan techniques. Sadly, with no successors to carry on the craft, production has ceased, making them highly rare, legendary treasures. We decided these exquisite Hiroshima beads were perfect for our wool painting brooches. We meticulously gathered them over time and embroider them abundantly, like pointillist dots, adding rich expression to the wool paintings. Please enjoy the glass beads, whose colors have deepened and mellowed over decades, becoming warm and familiar. Finally, to serve as a protective frame for the wool painting, I've added brass with a subtle wavy pattern. The modestly shimmering brass border gives the brooch a delicate finish. This small brooch is crafted with the “joy” and “beauty” I felt as a child. It is a great honor to offer this wool painting brooch—a crystallization of cherished memories—to those who find it to their liking. Like an old picture book quietly residing on a bookshelf, when you hold it, your heart feels nostalgic, and distant murmurs softly sparkle... Enjoy this brooch that weaves such a story. The back of the brooch features high-quality wool felt. It offers a soft, smooth texture you'll want to keep touching. The brooch pin is a rotating type. When attached to tops or bags, the rotating mechanism prevents it from coming loose, eliminating worries about loss. You can use it safely and securely. 【Materials】 Wool, vintage Hiroshima beads, crystal, turquoise, brass, genuine leather 【Size】 6cm × 5cm 【Please Read Before Purchasing】 ☆About the Product☆ ●We strive to photograph items as close to their actual colors as possible. However, the color and size perception may differ between photos and the actual item depending on your device. If you have concerns, please contact us before purchasing, and we will do our best to provide further details. ☆Handling & Care☆ ●As this is a handmade item, strong force or friction may cause damage. We kindly ask for careful handling. ●Due to the nature of the materials, pilling may occur. If this happens, simply trim the affected areas with scissors to restore a clean appearance.