Question: Where I can purchase Rare Momiji Dolls in the United Kingdom?

Answer: They can be found on  Lilyhippo.com by clicking on the link below

Momiji Dolls UK

The Vintage leather bags are available to buy now exclusively from our shop Lilyhippo.com.

We wanted something of great quality with a traditional and vintage look but at the same time timeless. We finally came up with the vintage leather messenger bags which have been carefully handcrafted. They are not merely a fashion accessory but practical item necessary for when we have more items that can fit into our pocket. An important aspect of the leather vintage bag product range is the straps, which makes it possible to change the bag into a backpack.

Click here for the Vintage Leather bag product range

An image displaying  the washed mohair. Normally cleaned using natural soaps  and hot water to remove the residue. It is then left to dry using natural air. In this form this wool is ready to be spunned, dyed or for making crafts such as dolls hair. The mohair wool is available in all good wool shops.

Mohair is a fluffy type of wool.  It is very easy to identify on interior furnshings such as rugs, carpets and home throws. Its stripped  from a sheep which is  known as the  Angora Goat normally found in the countryside. They seem to strive in this  open scenic environment with space to breath , away from everything else and as a result they are generally quite calm and friendly.  Mohair from the  Angora is very soft to touch,  has a silk and luxury appearance.  The Mohair wool for throws, scarfs, cardigans and other apparel is normally taken from the younger Angora Goat and that of more durable items such as carperts and rugs stripped away from the more older goats because of their durability. When the hair has been stripped off from the sheep, it is  first washed to remove grease and other dirty. It is then processed into knitting/craft yarn or to make some of the items mentioned above .

Want one of your own Angora then this one below is for sale and it is being advertised through the British Angora Society.

You can also  view a beautiful, unique and quality range of carefully crafted  Mohair throws available here.

Mohair is made from the silky hair of an angora goat and known to be one of the oldest fibers that are still in use today. Each goat will produce approximately 11 pounds of hair each year. Mohair is lightweight and makes a terrific gift, especially if shipping is required as it is luxurious and the shipping cost is very low. It also is very warm and makes a wonderful addition to any home. Mohair is more costly than wool, make sure the product you are purchasing states 100% mohair; as blending fibers is a common practice among some manufacturers. Cleaning by a respected professional that specializes in Mohair is recommended.
A beautiful wool throw may be dry cleaned, but can also be washed by hand and air dried. Using a machine to wash and dry might cause shrinkage. Wool has natural fire resistant quality, is stronger than steel, absorbs more than 25 percent of it’s weight in moisture before it begins to feel slightly damp and also limits the growth of bacteria; what other fiber provides all these great qualities?. Pure wool is wonderful because it is cool in the warmer months as air easily circulates throughout the fibers and keeps you toasty warm in the colder weather.

When looking for unusual gifts you cannot wrong with Japanese art.  Japanese art comes in many different forms and some of the most popular are the kokeshi dolls.

Dolls

Kokeshi dolls come in a wide range of styles and personalities. They are often used in the house as good luck and to ward off evil spirits. These wooden Japanese dolls have a one hundred and fifty year tradition and are enjoyed and collected by many. The only trait shared by these adorable little dolls is that they have no arms or legs, but that hardly stops them from being the belle of any ball.

Business

Perhaps you wish good fortune on a business acquaintance, then for unusual gifts you may consider manekineko or happy cat. It is believed that the happy cats raised paws are lucky for business. A happy cat with a raised right paw is said to bring money and a raised left paws is beckoning to customers.

Consider the shichi- fukujin or seven gods of good fortune as unusual gifts. These little Gods bring long life and good fortune.

Home

The shodo, or Japanese calligraphy, also makes wonderful unusual gifts. The simplicity and beauty of the style stands out and makes an elegant edition to any home.  Hung on a wall in a frame even your name takes on a new meaning.

The oshi are an art form made with pieces of kimono material and chiyogami or Japanese colored paper. These three dimensional pictures are definitely a work of art.

The sensu, or folding fan, are also highly collected unusual gifts. Made from many different materials including silk these delicate items are also practical on a hot day.

Children

Chitimen are a type of small purse or bag made from kimono material. These colorful items are often given to children who delight in them. For a boy perhaps a shogi or Japanese chess set with hand carved pieces.

Japanese art makes for some of the most beautiful unusual gifts and is often greeted with delight by the recipient.