Stallholder Profile for Ayuko Oba
Your name: Ayuko Oba
Your Business name and Facebook name and link: I haven't had a business name yet.
The suburb/town you live in now: Gatton
What is it that you make and what skills do you use? I am making earrings, hair clips, hair ornament, etc. using TSUMAMI ZAIKU techniques. The techniques commence 300~400 years ago in Japan.
What inspired you to start your business? I love Japanese look.
How long have you been ‘creating’? I have learnt the technique of the TSUMAMI ZAIKU in Japan a few years ago.
Is it a full time/ part time/hobby or business? It is hobby for me, I eventually would like to do as a business.
Where do you sell your creations? I just sell only at The Handmade Expo Market at the moment.
What is the most rewarding part of what you do? When people like my products, I am really happy. I also would like to introduce Japanese things to a lot of people.
What is your favourite product that you make? I love to make a Kanzashi comb which is a traditional Japanese hair ornament.
Do you teach classes or workshops? I haven't had a workshop yet. If people need to learn TSUMAMI ZAIKU, I am happy to teach it.
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