From simple and rhythmic to fabulously complex, Kumihimo, the art of making decorative braids
using the Japanese marudai and wooden bobbins (tama), has been gaining popularity around the
world. Braiding with marudai and bobbins is easier than using a kumihimo disk or plate since
both hands are free to work in unison as pairs of threads are moved in a rhythmic sequence.
need to memorize lists of numbers! And since you are never gripping the threads, there is no
stress on your hands or wrists. In this video, Terry teaches the foundation
skills that make learning to braid a pleasure.
This workshop is packed with information that will help beginners as well as experienced braiders
build confidence and take off on their own exploration of braids from both the Japanese and
Andean traditions.