Do the thinking to maximize the creation. In talk with Miyako Kayoiji, a food space stylist.
eterble has asked space creative professionals with a variety of perspectives about how anyone can make a rich table space, ideas, and techniques. In this volume we talked with Miyako Kayoiji to discuss on the joy of table linens and its coordination.
ーThe inspiration source for Miyakoー
I have been running a floral decoration and food space school and a selected store with imported items from Europe, Asia and the Middle East for 11 years. In my work, I am often exposed to various different cultures, and I like to coordinate different countries’ food styles, materials, patterns, etc., inspired by different cultures. I specialize in a variety of styles and seasonal displays, from a restful natural style with rustic textures to an elegant style that crosses vintage and contemporary tableware.
ーThe joy of table linen and its coordinationー
Of all the items needed for table decorations, table linens are the easiest to change the image of a dining table. Tablecloths, table runners, napkins, and other table cloths come in a wide variety of types and transform the space like a fashion statement.
On top, when you coordinate accordingly to the seasonal events and colors, it will elevate your table to the next level.
The dining table is the most prominent interior feature of the eating space. I sometimes use an Indian tablecloth or an African bandana as a substitute for a napkin in my daily coordination. The traditional patterns, textures, and colors give each country a unique worldview and essence that makes you feel as if you are on a journey.
Recently, I have been working with a fabric I found in Taiwan, and I would like to make it into a top cloth and coordinate it with the theme of Chinese tea someday.
This is precisely where the joy of table linens and coordination lies.
You can also choose linen to match your event. Now that you’ve found your favorite linen, you can party with it. What kind of situation should I use it for? What should I match it with? Just imagining it in your mind will make you feel elated. I feel that is the fun of coordination. I believe that the sense of accomplishment and empathy when an impression takes shape will be remembered as a wonderful experience.
ーThere is the mix of Western and Eastern taste in eterble.ー
I personally like the tablecloth of Azulejo in Aqua.
I think it is easy to coordinate with the new and nostalgic feeling of Japanese and Western styles combined.
I used it for my New Year’s table styling.
The pattern is shaded by natural light, lighting, and changes in angle, giving it a three-dimensional appearance, giving it a tile-like luster. The understated yet high quality and impact of the crosses have made a dining space based on everyday tableware a prestigious place to be.
The pattern looks like one of Japan’s traditional patterns, and the fact that the same color and pattern can be used in both Japanese and Western styles is appealing.
The size is also larger than usual, so the edges hang firmly even on our 2-meter table, and the fabric is thin and soft without being too hard, so even though it is a large cloth, it is not that heavy and is easy to handle. The use of wrinkle-resistant fabric is another good point as there is an ease for ironing. Center panel works as the table runner, which means there is no need to prepare another piece of table runner. This is just perfect as a sometimes “lazy” person like me.
ーeterble’s careful craftingー
What impressed me was the fact that when making recycled yarn, the raw materials are controlled by color from the collection stage, and yarn is produced without dyeing. This is an environmentally friendly form of manufacturing that does not consume large amounts of water or cause water pollution.
In addition, they are making products with patchwork designs to use up every last bit of fabric. I felt that the charm of “eterble fabric” is because of the earnest wishes and passion of many people that go into the making of a single piece of linen.
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In order to pass on the earth’s condition to the next generation in a better environment, I myself, who handle some vintage and antique products, would like to continue to play a small role in passing on to the next generation the things and thoughts that have been cherished over the ages.
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MIYAKO KAYOIJI
FSPJ certified coordinator, food and space producer, and a flower designer.
She runs a school and shop facility “FLEURS BENITES” in Tokyo.
She is involved in overall school management, coordination supervision, and instructor training in the specialty of floral decoration. She also handles chapel flower arrangements and general bridal decorations for ceremonies, as well as styling for photo shoots and corporate displays.
Instagram:@beni_fleursbenites