Learn the traditional Japanese craft of Kumiko. The asa-no-ha motif is featured. Detailed steps to create the pattern are demonstrated and described. Guide Block plan included with course. Elevate your woodworking by incorporating Kumiko into furniture or wall art.

The Kumiko panels are created using several hand tools and some machinery in initial wood preparation. Follow me as I demonstrate the steps in creating a striking Kumiko panel you can incorporate in a piece of furniture, wall panel, or Shoji screen.

 Kumiko is a centuries old woodworking tradition. with a relatively small investment of basswood, a chisel, small saw and guide blocks, you can begin to create Kumiko panels. The panels can be hung from a wall as decorative pieces or incorporated into a furniture design. Kumiko decorative panels are the ideal conversation piece and will demonstrate your newly developed woodworking skills. Creating Kumiko is a relaxing process that will expand your creativity and provide quick, tangible results at the end of a few hours. Bench Hook project included as well as a dedicated Kumiko Bench Hook for hand tool only use.

Topics covered in this 7 part Kumiko course over 21 lessons:

1. Intro and history of Kumiko
2. Kumiko panel components
3. Wood prep of Kumiko components
4. Detailed video of Kumiko creation process
5. Detailed steps to create guide blocks
6. Techniques to simplify Kumiko making
7. Incorporating Kumiko in furniture
8. Thicknessing sled
9. Bench hook project
10. Kumiko Bench Hook
11. Completion Certificate

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$15 eBook included with purchase of course