It takes about 15 minutes to 3 hours hour(s) to complete each project.
18 types of mizubiki knots
Arrangement of knots “stickers”
Knot arrangement “card”
Knot arrangement “accessories”
spring frame “wild flowers”
summer frame “goldfish”
Autumn frame “15 Nights”
Winter frame “Shochikubai”
Crane New Year's decorations
Skills You’ll Learn
The meaning of “tie” in mizubiki
Basic knowledge and handling
Basic ties that can be used in a variety of ways
I will teach you 18 knots, including knots that can be used everyday in everyday life.
Wonderful works that color our lives
Using the knots we learned in the first half, we will create seasonal works.
Do you know “mizubiki”?
When you think of mizubiki, what is the first thing that comes to mind? The first thing that comes to mind is “mizubiki,” which is wrapped around a gold seal used for celebrations such as weddings.
This material, which also looks like wire, is actually “paper.” Roll the paper into a rough shape, draw glue, color it with paint, and wrap it around with thread, film, etc. It is said that the name “mizubiki” came from the manufacturing method of “drawing water paste.”
The origin dates back to the Asuka period, and it is said that red and white hemp strings were tied to return gifts from the Sui Dynasty brought back by envoys to the Sui Sui Dynasty, and spread to Japan from there (there are various theories).
At first, mizubiki was tied to gifts to the imperial court, but in the samurai culture of the Muromachi period, white paper, irons, and mizubiki came to be used as gifts, and it became a widespread and common culture.
“Pulling” mizubiki is a characteristic Japanese gift-giving method that shows that it is unopened and that it is clean, and that you can feel the care you have for the other person.
Various colors and knots were created in the Edo period, and three-dimensional mizubiki crafts were born in the Taisho period, and along with mizubiki techniques for gifts, gorgeous and beautiful knots and crafts have been handed down to the present day.
Expected effects after taking the course
You can learn the most basic knots while learning basic knowledge such as how to handle mizubiki and materials.
You can learn 18 knots from basics to application.
A mizubiki frame with an original design that allows you to feel the four seasons of Japan will be made.
Recommended for people like this
Those who want to try mizubiki knotting for the first time
Experienced Mizubiki people who came by themselves but want to properly relearn the basics
Those who are interested in handicrafts
Those who are interested in Japanese culture
3 reasons this class is special
①CLASS101 original design
The frame designs and New Year's decoration designs taught in this online class were designed for this class. It's a design I haven't taught you anywhere else. We will carefully teach you everything from basics to application, including original designs, so please feel free to take the course.
② Learn from basic knots that can be used in a variety of ways.
While learning basic knowledge such as how to handle mizubiki, materials, etc., I will teach you carefully, starting with the most basic knots.
I will teach you 18 knots, from basics to application, and knots that can be used on a daily basis in everyday life, based on hand flow and tips for tying beautifully, and how to appeal when the knot itself is viewed as a work.
③Even wonderful works that add color to our lives!
Using the knots we learned in the first half, we will create seasonal works. Every work is basically composed of flat knots, and the content is easy for beginners to work on.
The attached frame is a 2L size that is easy to decorate, and has an atmosphere, and we have selected wooden ones that are easy to decorate so that you can naturally incorporate mizubiki knots into your life. I hope you can feel the four seasons of Japan while changing the contents every time the seasons change.
Curriculum
Creator
Anna Tanaka
It may be difficult at first, but the best way to improve in mizubiki is to connect numbers. Don't be impatient, check every move carefully, and try it out. If you practice, you will definitely improve. I would be happy if you could enjoy our time to tie the knot together.
Beginners can learn from the basics, and experienced people can learn tips for making beautiful connections. Japan'sAlong with getting to know the culture “mizubiki” in depth, I would like to be able to provide meaningful time to concentrate while feeling the comfort and fun of tying, and the depth of ties.
Creator interview
Q. Please tell me about the appeal of mizubiki knots!
A. Now, when you add the variety and the number of colors, there are hundreds of varietiesIt's called mizubiki. The combinations to choose from are endless. I enjoy selecting materials one by one according to my own sensitivities and the worldview I imagine from among them. Also, because it is a simple material called paper string, the magnitude of the possibilities and versatility of being able to create various works depending on arrangements and ideas is a major appeal.
Q. What kind of experiences do you want the students to have through this class?
A. A full-scale mizubiki lesson from basic to applied. Also, by creating seasonal works, I designed the curriculum with the thought that it would be a special experience to encounter new hobbies while thinking about the changing seasons in Japan and the meaning of annual events.
