Buddha Buns

Hello, my name is Diane. I am a designer and creator of wonderful things.
My background is in art, design and life.
My company is called “Buddha Buns” and this is where I design and
create my Zafu Cushions, Japanese Sleeping Pillows, Yoga Eye Pillows and much more!
The idea for my Buddha Buns meditation cushions design came after months spent
researching the history of the traditional Zafu cushion. My particular design is influenced and
based upon this history. Zafu is loosely translated as “sewn seat” in American English and
although the zafu is a utilitarian accessory these cushions are well known for use in
meditation. The Japanese zafu was traditionally filled with reedmace down. Contemporary
zafus are typically filled with either kapok or buckwheat hulls. These cushions raise the hips
making the entire range of the cross-legged sitting positions more stable for meditating.
Even though I handcraft each cushion based on this design no two really come out
exactly the same. One of the best parts of the process is the joy I get in seeing how a
customer decides which cushion resonates with them.
I take care to choose materials that wash and dry well and always do a wash and
dry test to make sure there is no remaining residues in the fabrics.
Starting with a very peaceful and centered intention I then spend nearly five hours
handcutting and handcrafting each cushion. This is very important to me. I want every cushion
that I create to carry with it this same intention. Each cushion has a side zipper and a
pillow insert filled with organic buckwheat hulls. The buckwheat hull will conform to your sitting
posture and ease pressure off of the tailbone and hips which in turn helps your sitting posture and brings your spine into alignment.
The whole cushion or the hull filled pillow insert can be freshen outdoors every now and then.

I am always thinking about new designs and keeping my eyes and mind open for new
ideas. Not only do I research the history of things such as my cushions, I also have creations that are inspired by my own history!
~the spirit in me bows to the spirit in you~
Namaste