Fourth graders are winding down the year with their Kumihimo maru dai looms, mastering the art of Japanese braiding. Everybody started with 2 colors, 4 pieces of each, with the same warping pattern to achieve a spiral pattern:
As soon as they finished their first braid and demonstrated mastery of the technique, they were able to choose any colors, in any combination, to create a new pattern/braid. We're starting to see some interesting new braids!
I'll post more color combinations as they're made...
Check out my previous posts for more details on the process.
Cute & Cozy "Kittens with Sweaters" Craft
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This is a super adorable cozy winter textile craft I did with a mixed class
of Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2 and 3 kids yesterday on my last day of school
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2 days ago
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