A tour through the varied techniques and equipment found in Japan’s kumihimo traditions. Kumihimo encompasses techniques ranging from pure manual skill with only a little help from tools, to
the rich and varied possibilities enabled by the various Japanese braiding stands.
John will join us in-person.

About John:

John started his journey with braiding in 2008. Where his first attempt at learning knitting failed, kumihimo stuck hard. He has studied with Makiko Tada, Rodrick Owen, and Jennie Parry, among others.  His passion is exploring the amazing structural opportunities and challenges that braiding affords. He owns all the books, and has actually read them.  He's officially demonstrated kumihimo at Red Alder Fiber Arts Retreat, and Madrona Fiber Arts before that.  He designs and builds his own versions of the traditional braiding stands, and is looking forward to starting production in his own shop this year.