revival!!
It's back! Everyone!!
Last time, PASS THE BATON MARKET (PTBM) accidentally showed scissors when they were supposed to start with rock, and were unexpectedly eliminated. However, Layout, who firmly believes that "every tear you shed makes you stronger," has made a spectacular comeback!
When you're told to make a fist, just make a fist without thinking about making a joke!
A new form born from PTBM
Layout's strong commitment may be a little harsh for the rugs that come from far away in the west.
The local craftsmen's sense of "this will be fine" is simply not at the same level as the Layout staff waiting in Japan.
Of course, the rugs are carefully maintained and cleaned multiple times by local craftsmen, so they are in perfect condition as rugs.
However, some lags will be created that do not meet Layout's standards.
With such strong, almost selfish demands, PTBM has shed light on the rugs that we were unable to introduce as Layout rugs.
As rugs were introduced at PTBM, many customers who bought them said things like, "What's the problem?", "This is good enough," and "I wish they'd sell it on a regular basis." This gave the rugs a strong boost, and Hirai was inspired to step up and create a new product, be:good. (More details below.)
The rugs from [be:good], who are such a benefactor, will be gathering at PTBM Vol.13!
PASS THE BATON MARKET Overview
The event will be held on Saturday, September 23rd and Sunday, September 24th at THE CAMPUS, Kokuyo Tokyo Shinagawa Office!
Vol. 13 features 27 new brands out of 56. While the pleasant weather makes it a great time to go outside, this is also the season for enjoying the long autumn nights at home. This issue is packed with items to help you enjoy autumn. The theme is "Shine a light on warehouses and culture." We will shed new light on warehouse inventory, traditional crafts, and other cultures, as well as the charms of the region, and change the way we look at them. Doing so will surely create new possibilities for companies and regions.
The first-ever "PASS THE BATON CONFERENCE 2023" will feature a talk session on the theme of "Considering the circulation of local communities and manufacturing." Dedededede Densan, who was well-received last year, will also be making an appearance for the first time in a year. At the "Autumn Nights Accompaniment Market" at "PASS THE BATON Grocery Store," be sure to try some of the food and drink accompaniments recommended by staff. Applications for the popular WORKSHOP are now open on the official website! For details on exhibitors, admission applications, WORKSHOP applications, and important points, please visit the PASS THE BATON MARKET official website @passthebaton_official.
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PASS THE BATON MARKET Vol.13
●Date and time: September 23rd (Sat) ~ 24th (Sun) 11:00~19:00
*Finishes at 6:00 PM on the last day / Will proceed rain or shine / Last admission 30 minutes before closing time
●Location: KOKUYO Tokyo Shinagawa Office THE CAMPUS
●Application: Apply in advance by filling out the form on the official website or via the official LINE
●Admission fee: 300 yen *Free for elementary school students and younger
Payment: Transportation IC and credit card only
●Organizer: PASS THE BATON
Co-hosted by: Kokuyo Co., Ltd. / Managed by: Smiles Co., Ltd.
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What are be:good rugs?
At Layout, we want the excitement our customers feel before they get their rug to last forever, so we put a lot of care into the rugs we deliver.
be:good is a line of rugs that fall just short of that level of commitment, but are still perfectly suitable for everyday use and are full of charm. Layout creates rugs and shapes that are kind to people, so that you can enjoy them more closely, ``just as they are (be)'' and ``with consideration (good)'' without having to make any changes.
Of course, Layout is extremely particular about on-site cleaning and maintenance, so you can use the equipment with peace of mind.
What are Layout's special features?
At Layout, we want people to cherish their rugs as a loving partner in their lives that they can cherish forever.
That's why, in order to ensure that you love your rug even more after you get it, and to deliver it to you in the best possible condition, we are particular about cleaning and maintenance locally, and our staff check the condition of each rug upon arrival in Japan.
<Major checkpoints>
No holes
・Distortion is within 5 cm
No floating lugs
- No paint or dirt on either the front or back
・Gabbeh original type is over 2cm thick
・Other factors, such as the lag, will be considered and judged comprehensively.
We will introduce be:good rugs that do not quite meet Layout's standards, but are still usable without any problems and are good enough for everyday use.
cleaning
At Layout, we have our rugs cleaned by local dry cleaning factories, but since each factory has its own specialty, we ask different factories to clean our tribal rugs and Gabbehs.
There are a variety of skilled and not so skilled factories in the area, so we took the time to carefully select a factory that offers reliable Layout quality, checking the finished product.
Of course, in the future we would like to realize our dream of starting our own dry cleaning factory and creating jobs locally.
Cleaning rugs is very important.
Local carpet makers all say, "They've been washed," which isn't wrong, as rugs are always washed after they're woven, but we don't know when they were actually washed.
Vintage rugs in particular are often not in good condition, even if they have been washed, as they may have been stored in a warehouse for a long time or mixed in with dirty rugs, and although it is difficult to tell by appearance, they are often not in good condition.
Rugs that are not cleaned properly can have dust and other particles that remain on them for a long time, which can cause allergies and mold, so be careful.
<Stretch glue>
When stretching (molding) a rug, glue is used to maintain the shape, but some types of glue can have a pungent odor, and the odor can be stronger during humid seasons.
At Layout, we clean these rugs, but if the problem is not improved, we will not recommend them to our customers.