Mizuhiki Demonstration by Kaori Funaki

This event is a great educational opportunity for folks of all ages to learn more about the art of mizuhiki , the centuries-old art of decorative knot-tying, led by Kaori Funaki in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center. Mizuhiki (水引lit. “water pull”) is made of twisted washi paper cords and is a deeply rooted element of Japanese gift-giving culture. It is most commonly used to decorate gift envelopes during holidays and special occasions, with each style of knot and color of…