Daruma Imperial Orange - 皇 Cotton cushion up close the stitch detail

up close the stitch detail shows the craft

the bow a deep bordeaux that reads richer than a bright red

and the open front keeps it light over the simplest tee

over grey it's quiet and deep

Daruma Imperial Orange - 皇 Cotton cushion up close the stitch detailImperial Orange Daruma Doll Symbolizing Authority and Ambition The Daruma Imperial Orange carries a heavier symbolism than its sunrise counterpart. The kanji brushed on its body refers to imperial authority, a character historically associated with the Japanese throne and with the idea of legitimate, earned leadership. Combined with a deep, saturated orange, the figure leans toward ambition rather than gentle good fortune. It is the Daruma to choose