AUGUST 19 – 22, 2019 Mt. Hood Oregon Resort Four days of kumihimo immersion, 2 six-hour sessions with each instructor Breakfast and lunch provided on class days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Farewell Dinner Thursday evening $750 Retreat Fee* Enjoy an intimate retreat experience – Limited spots available Registration Opens January 19, 2019 @ 12:00pm […]
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Beth Hardy is truly a traveling kumista. After serving 21 years in the US Navy and a second career working as a horticulturist, Beth and her husband bought an Airstream Travel Trailer, gave up their permanent address, and started an adventure that many of us only dream of. That was 8 years ago. Her hobbies […]
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Lately, I’ve been thinking about my braid samples and wondering what to do with them. You know what I’m talking about – those 8, 10, or 12 inch — or longer — experiments you make when you’re taking a new technique class or trying out a new braid. My samples were all over the house, completely […]
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Sami bracelets made by SwedArt. They have become quite popular and are also fun to make.
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Giovanna Imperia is a self-taught kumista. She began braiding in the early 90’s after she purchased a book written by Rodrick Owen. That led her to more books written by Makiko Tada and Jacqui Carey, a book on how to use the ayatakedai by Makiko’s mother and then to actual workshops with the braiding greats […]
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When: October 26, 27 & 28, 2018 Where: Tampa, Florida Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore – AKS Gathering rate $134 per night + tax. AKS has reserved a block of rooms with a special rate of $134 per night (plus applicable taxes). Ask for the AKS Gathering Rate. Rooms must be canceled at least 48 hours […]
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