{"product_id":"mizuhiki-musubi-craft-kit","title":"Mizuhiki MUSUBI Craft Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the ancient Japanese art of cord-tying, \u003cem\u003emizuhiki\u003c\/em\u003e, with the Mizuhiki MUSUBI Craft Kit. A MUSUBI KILN original, this kit was developed in collaboration with Omoda Kyoko, Representative Director of the Modern Mizuhiki Association. It contains the instructions and essentials you’ll need to authentically experience the delicate and elegant world of Japanese knots at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMizuhiki cords are made of \u003cem\u003ewashi \u003c\/em\u003epaper that has been twisted into strands and wrapped with thread. These cords are then tied into decorative knots known as mizuhiki. Their origins trace back over 1,400 years to red and white hemp cords introduced from China, initially used to adorn gifts and official documents. Over time, mizuhiki became indispensable for gift envelopes and presents, evolving into a culture where different knots convey specific meanings. Each knot embodies wishes of forging bonds with others, accumulating happiness, and nurturing lasting joy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this kit, you’ll learn how to create foundational mizuhiki knots like the \u003cem\u003eawaji \u003c\/em\u003eknot and plum blossom knot. From there, you’ll be able to create mizuhiki accessories. The kit includes authentic Iyo mizuhiki cords and all the necessary accessory parts needed to create earrings, bookmarks, a peony charm, a plum blossom ring, a cherry blossom bouquet, and a camellia necklace. Purchase of this kit provides a digital instruction manual with photos. An instructional video is also available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese delicate and vibrant mizuhiki accessories add subtle color and Japanese beauty to your everyday life. Whether for special occasions or ordinary days, they are sure to lift your spirits each time you use or wear them. They also make delightful gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope you enjoy this moment of connecting with Japan's traditional culture in an authentic, contemporary, and accessible way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMizuhiki cords (90 cm \/ 35.4 in): 62\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarring hooks (stainless steel): 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge Jump rings (brass): 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall Jump rings (brass): 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold-colored beads (brass): 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePearly beads: 6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharm strap ([Cap] brass, [Ring] iron): 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRing blank (brass): 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNecklace chain (71.5 cm \/ 28.1 in) ([Chain] brass, [Jump ring] brass, [Mantle bar] zinc alloy): 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFloral wires (iron): 10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed felt (6.5 x 6.5 cm \/ 2.6 x 2.6 in): 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrown floral tape: 1 roll\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAccessory parts case: 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MUSUBI KILN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46432705052861,"sku":"MK-kit002","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/0461\/8173\/files\/260303_slider_SUZ.2.jpg?v=1773297404","url":"https:\/\/musubikiln.com\/products\/mizuhiki-musubi-craft-kit","provider":"MUSUBI KILN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}