About

 

Hello and welcome to my shop!  I'm Jan Miyabara, the creator behind everything that's featured here.  

I created Aki & Co from the desire to make meaningful, bespoke pieces with my hands.

The name is inspired by my middle name, Akiko, meaning "Autumn Child" in Japanese.

All of the artwork is made using a vintage chainstitch machine controlled by a hand crank located under the table, the same kind used at Disneyland to write names on Mickey ears. 

What started out as a hobby hand embroidering pet portraits for friends & family has evolved into a custom embroidery & design studio, and most recently a brick & mortar shop.

Born and raised in Hawai’i, the most isolated place on earth, I learned from a young age to use what I had available to me and to live in harmony with nature. I’ve carried these values with me and always design with sustainability and the environment in mind. 

Aki & Co sources, prints, and manufactures locally.  I have cultivated lasting relationships with local vendors & suppliers to ensure that each step is taken ethically.

All of my products are designed with intention and thoughtfully crafted in Los Angeles, CA.