Kumihimo: Japanese Silk Braiding Techniques

by Catherine Martin

An astonishing variety of elegant and complex braids, which can be used as decoration, tiebacks for curtains, or jewelry. Instructions for making 12 different braids.

Genres: Crafts

Paperback

First published October 1, 1991

About the author

Catherine Martin is Founder of Quiet Time Ministries, a summa cum laude graduate of Bethel Theological Seminary, and author of more than 20 books. Speaking at retreats and conferences, she teaches devotion to God and His Word to men and women throughout the world." She has a great love for reading and books and loves to share her favorites here at GoodReads. You can find out more about Catherine and Quiet Time Ministries at http://www.quiettime.org and http://www.cathscommunity.com.

Reviews

[Ruth Temple · Rating 4 out of 5]

A splendid overview of the art of complex Japanese braiding, and clear introduction to beginning braids and the equipment, by an English woman who studied in Japan. Written in a warm, conversational style, Catherine Martin shows a strong understanding of the art, and knew she was writing to an interested-ignorant audience of fiber artists who might need to make their own equipment to work on. That part's easier now; the work remains accessible and useful to new braiders today.