Perth

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Craft

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Jewellery Making

Japanese Samurai Helmet Frame Workshop

Learn the amazing and fun art of Mizuhiki paper cords and make beautiful frame to take home!

happy JP designs

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3 hours

4 to 20

$140 (or 4 payments of $35 via- Afterpay)

($80 per class surcharge applies for private classes)

Perth

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Craft

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Jewellery Making

What you'll do

On the search for unique Perth activities? Learn how to make basic knots using Japanese traditional paper cords "Mizuhiki" and make your very own Samurai helmet frame "Kabuto" with Az from Happy JP Designs!

Mizuhiki is a traditional Japanese art, using a Mizuhiki paper cord. Yes, they are made of paper! The core of the Mizuhiki cord is twisted paper and then dyed or wrapped with coloured thread, then knotted into shapes.

This technique has been used for centuries for gift giving decorations including gorgeous engagement gifts, and for gift money envelopes. It is even used to tie a Samurai’s and Sumo wrestler’s top knot!

In this fun class, you'll learn how to tie basic knots (three types of knots) that will transform simple Mizuhiki cords into Samurai helmet and irises frame that you can take home.

Az will demonstrate how the Mizuhiki cord is used to produce gift giving for special occasions. Tying knots has lots of symbolic meanings in Japanese culture, such as "tie the knot" "heart to heart" "appreciation of your kindness" "congratulations" and so on. Join Az for an unique experience!

*This workshop will be performed with a minimum number of 2 participants and maximum number for the class is 6 people.
*Please note that the venue has 60m long walk way from the street entrance and there are stairs. It is in South Perth near Royal Perth Gold Club and the exact location will be advised after your booking is completed.

Knowledge required

Perfect for beginners.

What you'll get

A unique frame of the Japanese Samurai helmet and irises made of traditional paper cords

What to bring

A pair of scissors
A pen (use the side of the pen as a tool)

Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity, birthday or hens party.

This would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, anniversary gift or birthday gift.

Location

South Perth, WA

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Your teacher can also travel within 20 kms of South Perth, to a venue of your choice for a private class

Japanese Samurai Helmet Frame Workshop location

Your teacher

happy JP designs

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Hi, I'm Az. I'm an Interior Designer and a Japanese Mizuhiki artist.

What is Japanese Mizuhiki art?

Mizuhiki is a traditional Japanese paper cord used originally for special occasions, such as engagement gifts from the groom's family to the bride's family, and for gift money envelopes. Yes, they are made of paper. The core of Mizuhiki cord is twisted paper and then dyed or wrapped with coloured thread, then knotted into shapes. It is also used to tie a Samurai’s and Sumo wrestler’s top knot! Today we use it for making jewellery and other beautiful objects.

I moved from Canberra to Perth in January 2023, and now my new art activities will be refreshed and am seeking further goals to share with more people. "Tie the knots" I also sell items from my Etsy store under the name happyJPdesigns.

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