Exploring the intersection of color, math, and engineering, Rebecca Ann Combs has been pushing the bounds of what is possible in beaded kumihimo for more than sixteen years. She came upon the art of kumihimo after opening a bead store in Arizona, finding its structure and intricacies both calming and rich with possibilities. The rules, rhythm, and patterning of kumihimo satisfy her need for control in an out-of-control world, and now manifests in increasingly complex designs.
Combs’ work has been featured at Museum of Beadwork in Portland, Maine and she is the author of three best-selling kumihimo books, Kumihimo Basics & Beyond, Kumihimo Braiding with Beads, and Kumihimo Jewelry Simplified. Although she warns all of her readers and students that kumihimo is addictive, she delights in getting them hooked. Lauded for detailed, clear instructions, Combs teaches beading retreats and workshops internationally.
When she isn’t braiding you’ll find her enjoying afternoon tea or hiking in the Arizona wilderness. Find her kits and teaching schedule at www.DesignAndAdorn.com.
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