Asheville, North Carolina
Chapter #74
"Japanese Temari - A Colorful Spin"
Presented by: Roberta Smith - Ichiyo School and guest demonstrator Rebecca Norris
This presentation included the history of the Japanese Temari (thread ball) and how it developed into an art form, a toy for children, and became an important part of the lives of women. Rebecca and Roberta showed the different stages of development in wrapping and stitching the ball. See links below.
Link: Roberta's and Rebecca's Bios
Link: Brief description of Japanese Temari Balls
Link: Creating the Temari Ball
Slide show viewing: click on + in lower right corner of first photo. Click on > to see photos individually. Then move cursor down screen to remove obstruction.
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