Fun beginners braiding workshop for kids.
A beginners workshop into braiding, an introduction into Japanese craft of Kumihimo to create braided bracelets and other accessories. During the workshop the kids will make their own simple Kumihimo braiding disk and learn how to make multicoloured braided cord, which they can use for making a bracelet or a keyring.
All materials and tools will be provided. We will be using scissors, cotton yarn and recycled cardboard.
Besides the accessory they create during the workshop everyone can take home the tool they make and some instructions for future makes.
Age level 6+ (Younger kids under 6 years should be accompanied by an adult)
Suitable for beginners.
Your host
The workshop is taught by Maré from local craft business Natty Peeps. Natty Peeps is a knitwear and accessories designer/maker based in Portobello. They are passionate about natural fibres and up-cycled materials as well as using various traditional maker techniques.
They learned crafts from very early age and are exited to pass on the love for crafts to kids. In 2025 they are an artist in residence at Abbeyhill Primary School.