Kumihimo Brooch [E]

Kumihimo BroochHandcrafted with silk braiding cord, glass, and brass beads by Tokyo-based artist Noriko Yuki, each brooch is 100% handmade and truly one-of-a-kind. Noriko creates unique jewelry pieces by blending the traditional techniques of Kumihimo (braided strings) with her modern designs. Kumihimo, an artform over 1,300 years old, has historically been used in Buddhist ornaments and kimono accessories. Kumihimo are made by interlacing several to dozens of thread bundles. The beautiful three-dimensional structure draws deep shadows on the surface. Firmly woven by hand, it creates fabric a unique tension. Using 100% silk threads that are dyed in thousands of colors, a number of different styles and and patterns are expressed in a single thin string. It usually takes a very long time requiring special skills and techniques, assembling it little by little.  [SHORTDESCRIPTION] Measurements: approx. 7cm x 5cm / 2.75" x 1.96"Materials: Cord: Silk, glass beads, brass beadsHandcrafted in J