Silk Kumihimo Odamaki Bracelet

Silk Kumihimo Odamaki BraceletThese bracelets are made of silk thread and braided using the kumihimo technique, which has been practiced for over a thousand years in Japan. Kumihimo creates functional as well as decorative braided cords. These simple kumihimo cords have an odamaki, a small ball that symbolizes continuity and good luck. They are made in Kyoto using old braiding machines and finished by hand. As the bracelet does not have any metal parts, it is suitable to wear for

it will not only ward off evil spirits

and is perfect for winding down after a busy day

Urushi is a type of tree sap and has been used in Japan for over 9000 years as a finishing material for wooden objects

Aioi is the braiding technique used for the loop

sample or overstock yarn that would have been otherwise discarded

Toiro is a collection of lightweight bandanas with prints inspired by traditional Japanese motifs

Good luck kitties

200 years ago at Mount Kōya

She creates practical and decorative objects small and large

The design of this tenugui depicts rabbits playing musical instruments and having a good time

All the parts (blades

but the sweetness of sandalwood is more restrained