Mesu Tsumami ●

If you are making: expect to waste 50-100 squares before you get a consistent fold. The value is in the journey. When you finally see that first perfect, symmetrical cup, you will feel like you've unlocked a secret level of the craft.

| Technique | Difficulty | Depth | Realism | Best Use | |-----------|------------|-------|---------|----------| | Maru Tsumami | Easy | Low | Cartoonish | Everyday hairpins | | Osu Tsumami | Medium | Medium | Angular/Modern | Chrysanthemums, stars | | | Hard | High | Botanical | Peonies, morning glories, lotus | mesu tsumami

Here is a breakdown of the experience:

I tested Mesu in three common kanzashi forms: If you are making: expect to waste 50-100

: The third installment continues the theme, focusing on relationships with both younger and older wives. Cultural and Linguistic Context | Technique | Difficulty | Depth | Realism

Let me be blunt: your first 30 Mesu petals will be trash.