Date: Saturday November 17, 2012
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Location: The Art House Studio (40 Ainslie St N, Cambridge ON)
Kumihimo meaning "braiding" in Japanese, has a long and prolific history
in Japan. During the Middle Ages, Samurai Warriors would braid
800-1000 ft of cord to be used in a suit of armor during battle. In
18th and 19th century, Kumihimo became popular amongst weavers and other
textile enthusiast. The hand held Kumihimo disks are a modern adaption
of the original tool used by Japanese craftsman to produce many various
styles of braid.
Carmi will teach you the classic 8-strand braid, which is the basis for
every project you see here. Once you make a braid with rattail, the
most popular Kumihimo stringing material, you'll understand why adding
new and exciting fibers will make your braids one of a kind.
For almost a year Carmi has been posting samples and "how-tos" on
www.dazzle-it.om for the John Bead Kumihimo products launch. She also
has many more samples on her blog www.carmi.ca
Class Supplies Needed
To take this class you need good hand eye coordination. The braiding
goes quickly. If you have a fishing weight (fishermen know what I mean)
that will be helpful but not necessary. Scissors. Feel Free to take
notes or pictures.
Class Kit You Receive
Will include a Kumihimo Disk, one complete findings set, rattail and instructions.
Teacher will supply string for knotting, glue, toothpicks, wire/paper clips and rattail.
My mind is swimming with ideas on how to incorporate this braiding technique in my wearable art projects! HOPE YOU CAN COME!!
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or call Karen at The Art House Studio 519 267 6620
Maybe there'll be a class in downtown Toronto sometime? :D
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