Leader: Nancy Ruth Frishe
Saturday, April 13, 2019, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Materials fees: $5.00
Class size: Maximum of ten 

Kumihimo is a form of Japanese braiding. The word means “gathered threads.” In this Illoomination, I will demonstrate the use of a Marudai, a wooden loom for braiding, and the various foam plates used for a more portable way of braiding. You will have the opportunity to construct your own braid with a foam plate and satin cords and take them home. The basic braids are simple to set up and braid, so NO experience necessary!
A display will show samples of various braids, including a few that are not of Japanese origin. Participants will be able to look through a variety of books on the subject and see the great variety that can be achieved with different cords, colors and braiding patterns.
A handout will include a list of resources for further study and materials.

Please bring scissors and tape measure.

A little about Nancy Ruth Frishe: 
I am a retired teacher of art and reading. I learned to weave at the University of MN in the mid 1960’s and was an active weaver through the 1970’s. Then life intervened. I am slowly restarting the fiber arts activities I had previously enjoyed and am learning new ones.  I am not an expert in Kumihimo.  I am learning the processes myself. It takes very little space, which is a concern for me. The more intricate and advanced processes require more space and sophisticated equipment, just like weaving.