ETIMO Murasaki Crochet Hook with Cushion Grip Set

The Perfect Combination of Murasaki, a Traditional Japanese Color, and Technology

Murasaki from Japan
Princess Nukata, a female poet and member of the imperial family during the Asuka period (roughly from the end of 6C to early 8C), was loved by two emperors.
The Man'yoshu, Japan's oldest existing collection of waka poems, includes waka poems about a plant named "murasaki" (a kind of gromwell) composed by many poets, including Princess Nukata.
The roots of murasaki have long been used for dyeing, and its purplish color has long been regarded as a noble color.
For example, in Japan, the first system to rank officials into 12 levels, denoted murasaki as the color to represent the highest rank.
Murasaki also appears throughout The Tale of Genji, set in the Heian period (roughly the 400 years from the end of 8C).
Until today, this color has been loved by many people, being regarded as both a noble and mysterious color.

We hope you will enjoy crocheting while thinking about the history associated with murasaki.

ART. NO. TEM-001e
ART. NAME : ETIMO Murasaki Crochet Hook with Cushion Grip Set

ETIMO Murasaki Crochet Hook with Cushion Grip
The hooks are shiny pale purple, and the cushion grips are graduated so that you can fully appreciate the color spectrum.
This embodies our hope that you will enjoy an enriching crocheting experience.
The hook features not only visual beauty but also inherits the character of ETIMO that purses smooth crocheting.

Gamaguchi-type crochet hook case with a clasp
The set comes in a handmade crochet hook case featuring a clasp (called "gamaguchi") created with great care by craftsmen in Kyoto.
This easy to carry slim case has user friendly features, including secure crochet hook holders and a ribbon on which STITCH MARKERS (PIN) can be fastened.
Inside the case, there is a pocket to store tapestry needles. 
The tassel attached to the case is pastel-colored to create a soft atmosphere.

Accessories
The purple-colored STITCH MARKERS (PIN) in this set are limited edition.