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Fortuna Ami

Original technique invented by Handicrafts Store☆ALAUDAE

Moving Beyond the Ordinary.

Upon discovering the superior quality of Fortuna Pearl, we intuitively knew: we couldn't confine this material's potential to conventional techniques.

After relentless experimentation, an accidental spark—the idea of rhombus lattice weaving—changed everything. This innovation could no longer be contained by routine methods. Our continuous pursuit of new expression led to the inevitable establishment of a unique technique that redefines the concept of PP band crafting.

This technique is the culmination of the evolution we named Fortuna. We call this groundbreaking new style "Fortuna Weaving," or simply "Foru-ami."

Foru-ami techniques:

We currently offer two core techniques that define the Foru-ami style:

Future Development

The introduction of new techniques is driven by our commitment to quality refinement and expressive depth. Therefore, we cannot currently commit to a specific timeline or content for future additions. While we are always exploring new possibilities, we appreciate your patience as we take the necessary time to meet your expectations.

Our Techniques Are Offered Completely Free of Charge

As the sole originators of this unique technique, we considered offering it as a paid service to reflect its value. However, we have deep faith in the integrity of the crafting community and wish to prevent any disadvantage for those genuinely seeking to learn.

Therefore, we have decided to make our entire technique freely available so that everyone can easily experience the joy of creation.

If you are inspired by the Store.Alaudae.JP technique and wish to learn more or apply it to your own work, we warmly encourage you to support our mission by purchasing materials or finished goods from the Handicrafts Store☆ALAUDAE.

Terms of Use for the "Fortuna Weaving" (Foru-ami) Technique

The "Fortuna Weaving" technique is an original development by Handicrafts Store☆ALAUDAE (Store.Alaudae.JP). While the technique itself is offered free of charge, the copyright remains fully reserved by our company.
(Note: The technique may be referred to as "Fortuna Weaving" / "Foru-ami" in English. For clarity, we will use "Fortuna Weaving" throughout this document.)

1. Public Display (Personal Use)

Works created using the "Fortuna Weaving" technique may be reely published within the scope of personal activity.
Platforms: Social media, blogs, personal websites, exhibitions, and individual shows.

2. Mandatory Attribution (Required)

When publishing your work, you must include at least one of the following statements in the work's description:

・This work utilizes the "Fortuna Weaving" technique.
・This work was created referencing the technique developed by Handicrafts Store☆ALAUDAE (Store.Alaudae.JP).
・This work was created by applying the "Fortuna Weaving" technique from Store.Alaudae.JP.

3. Commercial Use Policy

For works sold, or used in paid lessons/workshops (Commercial Use), you must include the attribution statement above AND the following declaration:

This work was created by applying the "Fortuna Weaving" technique developed by Handicrafts Store☆ALAUDAE (Store.Alaudae.JP).

4. Copyright Restrictions (Prohibited Acts)

The free sharing of the technique does not constitute a waiver of copyright. The following actions are strictly prohibited:

Resale / Redistribution of the Technique: You may not resell or redistribute the "Fortuna Weaving" technique itself (including tutorials, instructions, or videos).
Secondary Distribution: You may not distribute a finished work alongside an explanation or video tutorial of the technique.
Infringement (Uncredited Use): Presenting the work without proper attribution, implying it is your original technique, constitutes copyright infringement.

Handicrafts Store☆ALAUDAE is committed to the healthy proliferation of the "Fortuna Weaving" technique. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.