April 2019
Kumihimo Charm Bracelet through Kirkwood
This is a great introduction to the Japanese tradition of Kumihimo. Learn to use a disk to braid satin cord. You will have a selection of charms to add to your weaving. No experience needed. Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at: www.kirkwood.edu and go to Continuing Education and then search for Beadology Iowa under the instructor search. On site registrations will be taken if registration through Kirkwood meets minimum requirements of two participants. Instructor: Cheryl Weatherford. $30 instructor…
Find out more »Kara-Yatsu Flat Kumihimo Bracelet
Join Master Beader and Beadology Iowa co-owner Laurel Kubby for 3 days of intensive and fun kumihimo braiding. Take one or two classes, or all three. Seating is limited to 12 people per class. Take one class for the price listed below. Take two classes for 10% off. Take all three classes for $380—that’s 20% off. This flat kumihimo braid is perfect for bracelets, chokers, and even dog collars. It is useful with fiber alone as well as fiber plus…
Find out more »Kasuri-Tsunagi Kumihimo Necklace
Join Master Beader and Beadology Iowa co-owner Laurel Kubby for 3 days of intensive and fun kumihimo braiding. Take one or two classes, or all three. Seating is limited to 12 people per class. Take one class for the price listed below. Take two classes for 10% off. Take all three classes for $380—that’s 20% off. This round braid has a huge advantage over kongo-gumi, the first braid that most people learn. It does not spiral. This allows you to…
Find out more »12-strand Ridge Spiral Kumihimo Bracelet
Are you ready to push yourself to the next level? This will be our first class using 12 cords to braid. If you are comfortable with kongo-gumi, you will be surprised at how easily you can make this braid. Again, we will use satin cord for ease of learning a new braiding skill. This class is appropriate for advanced beginners using either the marudai or the disc. Pre-requisite: any kumihimo experience.
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