Make a Fabric Cow

Learn how to make a cute cow with Japanese craft techniques at home!


Nochi Sakurai
Nochi Sakurai
5.0 (4)

1.5 hours label £30

Looking for creative things to do? Learn to craft your own adorable fabric cow, one of the zodiac animals!

In this pre-recorded online class, you'll learn how to make a little cow in Japanese Kimono clothes with tsumami kanzashi flower techniques, a Japanese traditional fine art craft that originated more than 200 years ago.

The Japanese zodiac is based on a 12-year cycle and each year has a symbolic animal. During this creative virtual craft class, you will make one small, ultra-cute cow/ox, which is made by pinching small, square-cut pieces of cloth, without needlework.

This cute cow is perfect for DIY home decor or to gift to a loved one with the cow as their zodiac animal. This is an on-demand class that you can rewatch again and again until you perfect the craft.

After finishing this online class, your cute cow is yours to keep!


Knowledge required
Perfect for all skill levels. Just note that children may need a parent's help when they use scissors.
 
What to bring
  • Fabric (cotton or rayon).
  • Scissors.
  • Glue (quick-dry is best).
  • Tweezers.
  • Wet towel or tissues.
  • Pegs.
  • Beads for eyes.
  • Styrene foam.
  • Toothpick (if you have one).
Your teacher
Nochi Sakurai
Nochi Sakurai

5.0 (4)

Do you know something so traditional and beautiful is something that you can create yourself?

Tsumami kanzashi flower is a Japanese traditional fine art craft, which is originated over 200 years ago. These flowers are made by pinching a small, square-cut pieces of cloth, without needle work.

In this class, you will learn how to make Tsumami flowers or small animals with cotton fabric. You can use them as accessories and home decorations. We will show you some basic flower making techniques and step by step guide to make your very own beautiful art piece.

If you're looking for a traditional cultural activity and a great way to make small gifts for friends by yourself, this class perfectly suits you!

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2024-05-10 15:00:00
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