Master the delicate art of folding thin petals to create traditional cranes and a wide range of imaginative designs. Explore new ways to combine shapes, colors, and textures, and bring your own unique touch to this centuries-old craft.

Study the intricate beauty of ancient Japanese maple leaf designs and discover how to adapt these timeless motifs to modern Western accessories. Learn the history, symbolism, and folding techniques that make each leaf unique, and bring a touch of Japanese artistry to your own creations.

Learn the art of combining tsumami to create intricate kanzashi using a variety of professional techniques. This course guides you through different methods of assembling and arranging, adding delicate details.

Lilies in Japan symbolize dignity and grace—flowers for both weddings and farewells. Once treasured as food and medicine, they’ve been admired for their beauty since the Edo period.

You will learn: Learn to make a bridal lily kanzashi, perfect for both kimono and Western-style dresses—complete with charming ribbons!

Momiji, Japan’s iconic autumn maple, paints the season in gold and crimson. Since the Heian period, people have celebrated this beauty with ‘Momiji-gari,’ the tradition of autumn leaf viewing.

You will learn: How to make Momiji kanzashi using the advanced Maezashi assembling technique—an elegant skill that will take your tsumami zaiku to the next level!

In Japan, cranes symbolize good luck and long life—‘a crane lives a thousand years.’ They’re a beloved motif in tsumami kanzashi for weddings and celebrations.

You will learn: Two types of plums with special flower cores using embroidery thread, and the basic style of the crane by using our original pattern base.

Sakura, the iconic symbol of spring, has inspired poems and patterns for centuries. Once linked to harvest gods, cherry blossoms are a favorite motif for tsumami kanzashi.

You will learn: How to make sakura with the ken tsumami technique. Learning different ways of mrn:aking them will broaden the range of your creations!

uyo, blooming in early summer, comes in many varieties. In this lesson, we’ll craft the magical ‘Sui Fuyo,’ a flower that changes from white in the morning to pink by evening.

You will learn: How to make "Sui-fuyo" kanzashi.

You will learn the technique to dye the cloth and how to make three-dimensional petals with pleats called "hida tsumami".

Yabane, or ‘arrow feathers,’ are a traditional Japanese motif symbolizing protection and determination, adding energy to textiles and decorations.

You will learn: How to make festive New Year’s decorations with arrow-shaped tsumami and the iconic plum blossom, ‘Ume’!

Wisteria, one of Japan’s most ancient flowers, is even mentioned in the Manyoshu. Once a noble symbol for samurai families, it blooms in May and is a seasonal favorite for Maiko kanzashi.

You will learn: "How to make Wisteria kanzashi: attach tsumami petals directly to thin cords and wire, and learn the special techniques to position the flowers beautifully on the kanzashi.

Tulips, brought from Germany in the Edo period, are loved in Japan for their bright charm. Symbolizing love, hope, and new beginnings, they’re the perfect gift for graduations and school celebrations!

You will learn: How to make a beautiful tulip bouquet using the Maru Tsumami technique—learn to arrange delicate petals into a charming, gift-worthy creation!.