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Fortuna Pearl*BINROJIZOME*15mm#27M

Product code:001F-15051 Traditional, Japanese color name:檳榔子染 (binrojizome)     

¥1,350 (¥1,227 excl VAT) each

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Product shape and dimensions
  • Length (m) x Width (mm)
    27x0.15
  • Weight (kg)
    0.13~0.17
  • Thickness (mm)
    0.5~0.8
  • Material
    100% polypropylene

Same-size variations

The Origin of the Name "Fortuna Pearl"

The "Fortuna Pearl," sold by Handicrafts Store☆ALAUDAE, is a beautiful material imported from Taiwan.
The name is deeply connected to Taiwan's history and language.

  • Taiwan's Alternative Name: Taiwan was once called "Formosa" in Spanish.
  • Meaning of Formosa: "Formosa" means "beautiful island."

Therefore, Handicrafts Store☆ALAUDAE named the product "Fortuna Pearl" out of respect for beautiful Taiwan and with the wish that handicrafts lovers would bring us good fortune (Fortuna).

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1. Fortuna Pearl Features

Material Texture: It is a 21mm width PP band characterized by a unique pearl-like texture and a smooth, silk-like feel.

Material Characteristics:

  • Does not stiffen even in early winter.
  • Coil set is easy to flatten/manage.
  • No thread-like fibers/lint are produced.
  • Resistant to vertical splitting.
  • Usage: A plastic band used for handmade items such as bags and baskets.
  • Seasonal Adaptability: It does not stiffen even in low temperatures in early winter, making it easy to handle.
  • Coil Set Management: The coil set can be quickly flattened (made to lie flat).
  • Cleanliness and Stability: It does not produce thread-like fibers/lint and the material does not vertically split (crack vertically). It is a highly versatile material that can be shaped into various forms depending on your creativity.

Cautions Regarding Usage

  • Problem during Width Processing: When using the 6mm width, if too much force is applied, it may stretch or tear, so it is necessary to be careful with the amount of force used.

2. About the Color Variations

Abundant Selection of 53 Colors

  • This material is available in a very abundant selection of 53 color.

Basis for Color Names

  • The names for the colors were carefully determined by comparing the actual colors (physical material) with traditional Japanese color names (as displayed on the web).

Important Note on Viewing Colors

  • Please understand that the way colors appear may differ depending on the customer's individual color perception, viewing environment (such as lighting), and the device used (monitor, smartphone, etc.).
  • To ensure the colors displayed on the website are as close as possible to the physical material, we placed a strong emphasis on image processing during the 2023–2024 website renewal.

3. PP band in Japan

✅ Merits (Advantages)

  • Availability/Price: As a packaging material, it is easy to obtain. The unit price is low/inexpensive.

❌ Demerits (Drawbacks/Cautions)

  • Limited colors (Color variations are restricted).
  • The width is typically 15mm, resulting in few options.
  • The material is stiff, which can easily cause pain in the hands when weaving.
  • When force is applied, the material is prone to splitting vertically (longitudinally).
  • Standard PP bands are primarily manufactured for the purpose of packaging luggage/cargo.

📌 Concise Summary

  • The main attraction of PP bands is that they are inexpensive and easily accessible. However, the drawbacks are the limited choices of color and width, and the poor workability due to their stiffness and tendency to split.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Allergies, Fading, and Color Transfer

⚠️ About Allergies

  • Main Material: This product is made primarily of 100% polypropylene.
  • Important Note: However, there is a possibility that trace amounts of other ingredients may be included. Individuals with allergies or those who have previously experienced similar symptoms are advised to refrain from purchasing this product.

🎨 About Fading and Color Transfer (Bleeding)

  • Color Transfer Safety: You can rest assured that no color transfer has been confirmed even after 9 years of normal use.
  • Specific Color Precaution:
    Only the color "Fukamidor/001F-*045" (Deep Green) has shown cases where a yellow, machine oil-like stain transfers to the hands. (It is unknown whether this is due to color fading.) This stain can be removed by washing with water or wiping with a dry cloth.
Why are there multiple widths of PP bands: 21mm, 15mm, and 6mm?

🛍️ Regarding PP Band Widths

Here we explain the widths of the PP bands handled by Handicrafts Store☆ALAUDAE and the background behind our selection.

🧵 Main Available Widths

The main PP band widths currently offered by our store, tailored to domestic demand, are the following three types:

  • 21mm: One of the original base widths.
  • 15mm: The most common width domestically.
  • 6mm: Created from the 21mm width in order to handle the 15mm width.

💡 Supply Method for 15mm and 6mm Widths

Our store splits the 21mm-wide PP band using a special method to create the two types: 15mm and 6mm widths.

  • 15mm Width: Provided at the exact width resulting from splitting the 21mm band.
  • 6mm Width: The width may vary to approximately 5mm to 8mm depending on the condition of the original 21mm-wide band.

💎 Fortuna Pearl's Original Widths

The original widths for the "Fortuna Pearl" brand are essentially only two types: 21mm and 12mm.

  • 21mm Width: Available for purchase.
  • 2mm Width: Currently out of stock with no set delivery date.
Guidance on Measurement

📐 Regarding Length

  • The 27-meter length provided is an "actual measured value," meaning it has been physically measured. Measurement is conducted using a Tokyo Nihon S-manufactured handy measure, and the instrument's error is within 0.24%. owever, please understand in advance that an error of several centimeters may occur due to visual estimation during the manual process.

Regarding Product Shape and Characteristics

  • e to differences in material and color, there are variations in the thickness of the tape. s all items are rolled up manually by hand, there will also be individual differences in the final coiled shape (approximately 16 cm in diameter or less).

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