Kimiko Lamp - Mike Farrington

Kumiko is an ancient Japanese form of woodworking. It is intricate, eye catching, and beautiful. Its small size lends itself well to this lamp. This lamp is my interpretation of a project that has been built for hundreds of years by Japanese craftsman. If you’ve never tried Kumiko, don’t be intimidated. With a couple easy to make jigs, it's a straightforward process. Kumiko is a quiet, repetitive, and meditative pursuit. It's a great place to experiment with patterns. This project finds a nice balance between using power tools to get through the basic tasks efficiently, yet relies heavily on hand tools to perfect fit and finish.