Project Overview
A poetic and tranquil pillow collection inspired by the delicate beauty of cherry blossoms in bloom. These designs capture fleeting spring moments with soft pink petals drifting against a pristine white background. The collection embodies calm, grace, and natural elegance—perfect for minimalist, romantic, and Japanese-inspired interiors.
Year of Completion: 2025
Status: Active
Graphic Design
Each pillow showcases hand-illustrated cherry blossom branches in full bloom, paired with softly falling petals. The use of negative space and a white canvas creates a gentle, airy feel that enhances the visual lightness. The subtle gradients in the pink blossoms add depth and a natural watercolor effect that complements serene interior aesthetics.
Deliverables
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Custom sakura pillow designs
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High-resolution layered files for textile printing
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Photo-realistic mockups for catalog and social media use
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Marketing-ready assets for online retail platforms
Tools Used
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Adobe Illustrator (Floral linework)
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Adobe Photoshop (Mockup integration and color refinement)
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Procreate (Petal shading and composition layout)
Results Achieved
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Interior Styling Success: Featured in soft décor collections, minimalist homes, and zen-themed styling sets.
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Online Popularity: Widely shared across Instagram and Pinterest by interior influencers.
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Commercial Success: High reorder rate from boutique retailers and home décor websites.
Challenges & Solutions
Challenges Faced:
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Achieving realistic petal flow without disrupting the pillow’s structural geometry.
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Preserving delicate details during digital-to-fabric conversion.
Solutions Implemented:
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Created multiple test layouts to balance realism with design flow across pillow curves.
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Applied advanced print-proofing techniques to ensure each detail remained crisp and soft on fabric.
