Nani Iro

Naomi Ito is the artist and designer behind the popular Nani Iro fabrics, books and clothing patterns. Her watercolor approach to surface design is reproduced on lovely natural fibers, predominantly cotton double gauze and breezy linens, and are produced in Japan.

Impeccable Patterns

This bold design is printed on an 85% cotton/15% linen substrate.

Naomi Ito watercolor like fabric prints are on double gauzes and sheeting fabrics, ideal for comfortable apparel projects
We are home to nani IRO - Kokka Fabrics | nani IRO textile including Solid linen sheeting in a varied color palette

Pastel Linens

Solid linen sheeting that is reminiscent of a true handkerchief linen. There is something so special about the hand of these pieces. We are in awe!

Naomi Ito’s painting like prints are made from cotton, linen, and cotton blends. 

Iro Grey

A linen/cotton gauze, this fabric has to be seen in person to really convey its properties. We also have it in a wash of yellows.

Dreamy silk cotton prints of watercolorist Naomi Ito. nani IRO is one of Sewing Lounge’s most popular fabric print lines

Silk Cottons

80% cotton/20% silk twill, these dreamy fabrics are perfect for tops and have even been purchased for linings!

Dark florals by Naomi Ito are 80% cotton/20% silk twills

Dark Florals

More 80% cotton/20% silk twills, though this time in deeper colors.

The world of Naomi Ito brought to life on a variety of stunning double gauzes and sheeting fabrics

Tiny blues

Cotton double gauze is so soft next to one’s skin! Its versatility makes it an excellent choice for tops, dresses, caftans and pajamas. Easily cared for, it retains a flat surface through multiple washings.

Bright linens are airy jewels in rich colors ideal for apparel sewing projects

Bright Linens

Same lovely linen sheeting as the pastels, this time in stronger colors.

Delicate white flowers don bold colored organic cotton double gauze printed fabrics

Pattern flowers

Same pattern, different substrates. From the bottom: cotton double gauze, organic cotton double gauze (stiffer texture) and organic cotton lawn.

Beathable and easy to care for fabrics by watercolorist Naomi Ito

Amazing Patterns

Cotton/linen blends can become addictive. From the left, a sheeting, a twill and a double gauze. So breathable and easy to care for.

Patterns

Cotton double gauze in a range of colors and patterns. So soft, yet easy to work with.

Visually playful hand painted looking patterns in cotton double gauze available in a variety of colors

Yellows and Purples

A cotton double gauze, this piece is printed in tiers, giving the illusion of multiple layers! We also have it in shades of black, grey and dusky blue.

Silvery light weight fabric speckled with pink and white dots, creating larger circular patterns

Pink Dots

Cotton double gauze in whimsical dots, forming larger circular patterns. Light, airy and so soft to the touch!

Elegant tiered stripes with gold metallic touches on a airy cotton double gauze

Brown Stripes

Cotton double gauze with tiered stripes and metallic gold accents.

Stripes in various colors, a stiffer linen canvas that’s breathable and ideal for jackets, tops, and dresses

Brown Stripes

Linen canvas, these pieces are a bit heavier with more body. Great for jackets, tops, skirts or dresses.

After the Rain

Cotton double gauze with feathered chevrons and surprising little pops of the spectrum.

Slight pearlescent petals decorate this beautiful cotton double gauze

Petal Pattern

Cotton double gauze with painterly flower petals and subtle pearlescent ink.

Striking. Subtle. Sumptuous.

Not Nani Iro, but incredible all the same!

Cotton poplin fabrics have a plain weave with very fine horizontal “ribs” that results in a strong, crisp fabric

Organic cotton poplin from Birch Fabrics. 45” wide.

Cotton shirtings provide comfort and body, which makes it the preferred choice for shirting.

Cotton shirtings, 60” wide. Second from the top is Armani.

Japanese cotton fabrics have fine fibers enabling it to quickly absorb sweat

Japanese cotton prints in a dobby weave.

Gingham fabric is a form of medium to lightweight cotton blends woven to include check, plaid or other striped patterns.

Cotton gingham, 1/4” and 1/8” checks. 58/60” wide.

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“Every time that I wanted to give up, if I saw an interesting textile, print, what ever, suddenly I would see a collection.”

– Anna Sui