Category: Braiding
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Kumihimo
Definition from Wikipedia: Kumihimo is a traditional Japanese artform of making braids and cords. Literally meaning “gathered threads”, kumihimo are made by interlacing reels of yarn, commonly silk, with the use of traditional, specialised looms – either a marudai or a takadai. Featured image: Coil of 24-thread kumihimo braid on top of marudai. From Halima…
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Kumihimo by Arlys o Gordon
Kumihimo spiral braids, tied in pairs, for future use as pouch cords. Done in perl cotton. Created by Mistress Arlys o Gordon, Rivers Region.
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Språng
Definition from Wikipedia: Sprang is an ancient method of constructing fabric that has a natural elasticity. Its appearance is similar to netting, but unlike netting sprang is constructed entirely from warp threads. The språng technique involves braiding warps that are anchored (usually) at both ends. Featured image: burgundy acrylic, with pattern created by changing the…