Suminagashi is an ancient Japanese art form that captures the movement of water through the use of absorbent paper and ink. In this experience, you'll learn how to use various techniques and simple tools like a pipette and a comb to create beautiful effects with a liquid dye.
Duration
60 minutes
What's in your kit
- Japanese marbling ink, carrageenan powder, and waterproof paper to make 10 unique pages
- Tools include a water tray, tweezers, a pipette, and a comb
What you need to bring
- Access to a sink
- Large flat area to lay sheets to dry
- Paper towels (optional)
How to prepare your workspace
To prepare your space you will need access to a sink and an additional area of space to lay your creations flat to dry. It is also advised to have paper towels on hand and please protect your workspace with trash bags, plastic bags, or similar materials if you are concerned about stains.
Joining your virtual experience
At the start of your session click the link we provided via email to join your team and get Krafty! Please join with audio and video so we can all meet and interact. Try to position your device in such a way that you can work hands-free with a clear view of the screen and camera.
Other questions
Where can I find the video call link?
In most cases, you can find the link to your video call in your calendar invite or in an email that your event organizer sent you. If you can't find it, contact your event organizer.
My kit hasn't arrived. What should I do?
It's rare, but sometimes mail gets lost or delayed due to unforeseen circumstances. If you gave us your email address when signing up, you would have received tracking information when it was dispatched so you can see your package's location and can contact the carrier directly. If you're still having no luck, let your event organizer know, and we'll do our best to get you a replacement kit asap.
Can you send me step-by-step instructions after the event?
If you'd like to receive written instructions for the experience so you can do it again, just ask the instructor. They can send out the instructions to your event organizer after the class ends!