More than 2 years into my journey as a Master Trainer and Curriculum Developer for Tsumami Zaiku, I continue to learn before I teach – going through training personally, again and again, from subject matter expert Tomoko Ota with a learner’s mindset, refining not just theory but the practicum so techniques are accessible, structured, andContinue reading “Beyond Technique: Building Therapeutic and Empowering Tsumami Zaiku Learning Journeys”
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A Beautiful Gift from Japan
A Gift That Sparked a Journey: My Tsumamizaiku Story A few years ago, I received a gift from a dear friend that would unknowingly set me on a path of creativity and self-discovery. It wasn’t just any gift—it was 2 beautifully crafted hair clip made with the traditional art of tsumamizaiku, a Japanese technique ofContinue reading “A Beautiful Gift from Japan”
Tsumamizaiku DIY Kit
A Creative Journey Made Easy: Introducing the Patented DIY Tsumami Zaiku Kit As someone who has always been captivated by the delicate art of tsumami zaiku, I know firsthand how rewarding and therapeutic the process can be. But I also understand that for beginners, the traditional technique—using tweezers to fold and pinch fabric into intricateContinue reading “Tsumamizaiku DIY Kit”
Art of Tsumamizaiku 