How to Braid Beaded Kumihimo and Make a Bracelet

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beadaholique.com - In this video, see how to add beads to your Kumihimo braid. You will 'pre-load' your bobbins with beads and add them into the weave as you go. Very satisfying results and fun to do!
Designer: Julie Bean
Related Project:
Spiraling Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet
Project B634
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You can find the supplies in this video at Beadaholique.com
Kumihimo Round Mini Disc Disk For Japanese Braiding and Cording
SKU: XTL-6113
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The Beadsmith Kumihimo Braiding Kit For Beginners - Easy To Learn!
SKU: XTL-6107
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Silver Plated Glue-In Sliding Toggle Clasp Small 'Spiral' Fits 3mm Cord (1)
SKU: FCL-7490
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Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
SKU: XTL-5700
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Beadalon Large Beading Mats - Prevent Bead Rolling 13 X 18 Inch (Set of 2)
SKU: XTL-9935
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Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 55 'Opaque Turquoise' 8 Gram Tube
SKU: JSH-0037
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Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 928 'Rainbow Rosaline/Opaque Purple Lined' 8 Gram Tube
SKU: JSH-0134
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Super-Lon (S-Lon) Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Turquoise / 77 Yard Spool
SKU: XCR-4246
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Super-Lon (S-Lon) Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Purple / 77 Yard Spool
SKU: XCR-4244
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@lizh9009 7 жыл бұрын

With the help of your kits and videos I've made my first Kumihimo beaded bracelet with no prior experience-very pleased with the outcome!! Now I'm addicted!!

@58sequita 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for creating this video! I attended a bead show a couple of months ago and one of the customers had on a beautiful beaded kumihimo necklace. I've been hooked ever since! I plan on ordering the kit from beadaholique site and making a dozen or so necklaces and bracelets using this style! Beadaholique ROCKS!!

@zullyzambrano2823 11 жыл бұрын

Millions of thanks, the truth is that I use closed captioning, but knew I could not change it to Spanish. Always aware of your video on all social networks. Every day you learn something new.

@karenvitu4452 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. I just started doing kumihimo braiding. It's a lot of fun. I use sinkers that fisherman use. They come in many weight sizes. I just tie the sinkers to a binder clip. I love doing beading. I do loom beading and hand beading using the square stitch. Love your videos. Keep up the excellent videos. I look forward to your up coming videos. God Bless. .

@Quantum_GirlE 10 ай бұрын

Finally! One that i understand! No other videos (that i saw) explained about it being trapped under the FIRST warp. I couldn't figure out how it was supposed to be centered lol😅.

@Peace2yaa 10 жыл бұрын

Love this video! You don't hurry through it and show us step by step how to do this. Thanks!

@MissLaydie 8 жыл бұрын

I've looked at several videos and this one helped the most! I finally got it together!

@garliclover01 11 жыл бұрын

Great video, clear instructions, many thanks. Now to try it myself on my kumihimo disk!!!

@LaQuentaT 10 жыл бұрын

I'm sure I have followed your video's in the past, but I have to tell you, I had never heard of this technique before today so when I looked it up, your video was the first to show up~I'm glad too! I find you explain things very clearly and you don't get rushed and confuse me! Thank you! I know I will have to try this pattern! How very pretty!

@hwmcadoo 10 жыл бұрын

Beadaholic always has the best, well planned, best presented and best videographed teaching videos of anyone.Very professional! Thank you.

@RubberstamprosieBlogspot 12 жыл бұрын

Thank You for this EXCELLENT Tutorial! I have been wanting to try adding beads to my Kumihimo braids and now after your great video, I am ready to do it! Thanks SO much!

@kimharrington1764 6 ай бұрын

That is exactly what I want to do! Great video. Thanks 🤩

@newdee55 11 жыл бұрын

I think I have a new hobby..these make nice gifts and a good resale value at garage sales..Thx

@amillertishler 11 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to try this! Thanks Julie, great tutorial!

@fludrby 11 жыл бұрын

Really nice look, love the colors they work well. Thank you so much for sharing!

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

We now offer two kumihimo weights. The smallest one weighs 1.6 ounces and the larger one weighs 3.1 ounces. Personally I prefer the lighter one. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

@murreymaxx 11 жыл бұрын

Got to try this now, good clear instructions, thank you xx

@Thelanyardnecklace 11 жыл бұрын

Wow, love this tutorial!! I learned the regular kumihimo braid and was curious about learning how to incorporate beads, so I am very happy to have found this wonderful tutorial... So easy to understand and follow!! :-)

@azizcrew 10 жыл бұрын

Very good direction. Very clear. You make it look easy

@mayziemay5982 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this great tutorial. You've inspired me! This looks like fun!

@dianewood9359 11 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial---very well done!! Thanks for sharing!!

@carmencarmensita5422 10 жыл бұрын

HI! Very good tutorial,and if you allow me i would have also few tips. For those who do not have those bobins (like me) you can try stopper beads and it is easier if you set the threads first and then you add the beads. I made a bracelet like this one using Fringe beads by myiuki and toho 8/0. Thanks for all your tutorials,they are awesome.

@tracyshudo9972 9 жыл бұрын

Great directions Thanks tons....

@ayeranasa 12 жыл бұрын

Muchas gracias por compartir... muy bonita la pulsera y el cierre muy original..un saludo

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

We offer a Deluxe Kumihimo Braiding Kit and a Beginners kit. Click on the link for Braiding & Cording in the video description underneath this video to check out the Kumihimo supplies we offer.

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

You can get the bobbins on Beadaholique . com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

@beadaholique 12 жыл бұрын

For the safety information on E6000 glue, I would suggest looking at the MSDS sheets put out by the manufacturer. We always recommend working in a well ventilated area whenever you use adhesives, paints, sprays, etc.

@166sue 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, a very good informative tutorial,.

@Huskyfrompluto 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this very clear tutorial. After trying your bottom-left to top-left and top-right to bottom-right method, I found that very unnatural, and so I am doing bottom-right to top-right and top-left to bottom-left instead. Since your instructions were so clear it was very easy for me to switch to a way that felt more natural.

@beadaholique 6 ай бұрын

I love that! I am so glad you found something that worked for you. Thanks for letting me know.

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

You can find a full ingredient list for the Spiraling Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet - Project B634 when you click the link for it in the video description underneath this video. If you wanted to use different types of beads, you would just follow the same procedure. You can try to tie your ends onto a large closed jump rings but I am afraid that you will have too many cords to tie and it will be bulky. Glue is really the best way to attach ends and clasps, however definitely feel free to experiment.

@MsSweetestserenity 11 жыл бұрын

You have got to have the patience of Job to do this! Oh mercy! I would either be a nervous wreck or super annoyed! LOL Bless your heart!

@beadaholique 12 жыл бұрын

You can get the Silver Toggle Clasp in this video at Beadaholique . com. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

To see the list of supplies that were used in this video click on the links for them in the video description underneath this video.

@beadaholique 12 жыл бұрын

You can definitely use waxed linen cord, just make sure that your beads will fit over it. As for the bobbins, the ones I used in the video are the smaller size 1 7/8". There's a link for them in the video description underneath the video. You can use whatever size bobbins you like though. You need the bigger bobbins when you have larger beads or longer strands.

@lornacleggett9567 3 жыл бұрын

I’m new to this, can you feel me the exact size cord and size of hole for the beads please

@beadaholique 3 жыл бұрын

@@lornacleggett9567 We use size 18 S-lon cord and Toho 8/0 rounds for most of our kumi projects. This one's a few years old now but we still carry almost everything for except that particular clasp, you can see the components here: beadaholique.com/products/spiraling-beaded-kumihimo-bracelet

@lornacleggett9567 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that info. I’ve looked at the link and I am unable to purchase as I’m in the UK. I will search for alternatives here.

@beadaholique 3 жыл бұрын

@@lornacleggett9567 We'd be happy to ship to you in UK, we have a lot of international customers. If you have any questions while placing an order you can email our customer service team at service@beadaholique.com , they're all longtime Beadaholique employees with a lot of experience in international shipping.

@caining3961 10 жыл бұрын

thanks so much that was such a good tutorial! I hope i'm as good as you when I try. i'm only a kid but I could still understand! keep up the good work!

@PaguayRonald 11 жыл бұрын

BELLISIMO. GRACIAS POR ENSEÑANOS

@laragloria8 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you? it's very understandable great video lesson.

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

There are lots of free online kumihimo pattern generators that you can use to plan out your design, I would suggest using one of these for your bead placement. As for the disks, the small and round ones don't produce a different result, it is mainly just preference of size. I find that the larger one is easier to hold so I prefer it.

@thoeleke94 11 жыл бұрын

Just ordered my kumihimo disc :D I'm itching to try it out! Thanks for the great tutorial!

@emy7023 12 жыл бұрын

muchas gracias, al fin alguien hizo el vídeo con cuentas, lo he visto con hilos solos gracias de nuevo.que dios te siga iluminando para que continúe compartiendo tus cocimientos con todos

@beadaholique 12 жыл бұрын

There are many different ways to create jewelry and each designer will find the way that works best for them. Personally, I always use a weight because it keeps the tension on the threads completely even, whereas I find that it can vary a bit if I just use my fingers (resulting in a braid that has thicker and thinner areas to it). The key is to experiment and see what works best for you.

@Anargpg 11 жыл бұрын

desde España gracias,me ha gustado mucho

@Anargpg 11 жыл бұрын

desde ESPAÑA gracias por enseñar.me hha gustado muv

@monitaste 10 жыл бұрын

Amazing!

@kateymateymusic1 12 жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

Hi! I just tested out this technique using S-Lon cord and size 6/0 seed beads. It works great! It is a little bulkier but not much so. I would stick with the S-Lon cord for doing this technique.

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

It is a little hard to say because everyone braids at a different rate. I would estimate that a standard 8 warp non-beaded Kumihimo braid that is 6 inches long for a bracelet takes between 30 minutes to an hour. It also depends upon what material you are using, something like S-lon tends to take longer then a 2mm cord. For beaded kumihimo, I would double your time estimate. Also, just remember that the more you do this, the faster you will get.

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

Great question! I have never tried to work Kumihimo clockwise but logically it makes sense that you could. I think you would just need to reverse your cord paths and go basically backwards. I suggest giving it a try and seeing what happens. Please let me know your results, I would be very curious to find out!

@lorrainebrooks6934 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, that's just what I need. I don't get Vids anymore from anyone I'm subscribed to, so I miss out a lot on new stuff. I only get vids I've commeted on, if they reply to me.

@beadaholique 3 жыл бұрын

@@lorrainebrooks6934 Glad I could help, nice to see your name here again! Sorry to hear you're not getting notification anymore. Something that's helped some of our other viewers with that is making sure they're not only subscribed, but that they have notifications turned on for this channel. KZfaq has webpage with good instructions on how to do that support.google.com/youtube/answer/3382248

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

If you use enough E6000 glue, the clasp will hold. You can also try tying another thread around your braid instead of tape and then gluing that in place.

@ani7532 11 жыл бұрын

i use that technique with leather threads without any beads. leather is much thicker so i can work without those clasps and disk easily, moving it around my fingers. it still looks awesome and usually it's boys who wear them.

@rhondajones6633 Жыл бұрын

Lovely

@beadaholique 12 жыл бұрын

You sure could. I just found it easier to have a central place for all my threads to end and have them secured. But if the opposite works best for you, go for it :)

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

You can use the Closed Caption option underneath this video and click the Translate Captions option to see the CC in spanish.

@hanannahleh7819 4 жыл бұрын

كتير حلو وشغل مميز شكرالتعاونكم معنا

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

Hi! To achieve a similar a result you will need to do a little experimenting. Have you done round crochet with 8 threads before vs. 6? If so, i would suggest using the same size beads that you used for an 8 thread round crochet for the kumihimo since it uses 8 threads. If you wanted to have a slightly thicker bracelet, you could still use the size 8 beads and #12 Perle Cotton and just use 8 threads instead of 6. The result will be very close.

@beadaholique 12 жыл бұрын

Both glues should work fine. I prefer E6000 because it is a bulkier glue then GS, and for this application, I find that easier. Also, E6000 is so good at adhering to metal and I feel a bit more secure using it to attach my cord end caps.

@MichellesHandmadeCreations 12 жыл бұрын

Good to know. Just like to make sure there's not something I'm not foreseeing that would complicate things. Thanks for the quick response!

@cleideligiadominguesdeassi2478 2 жыл бұрын

Que lindo e mesmo não entendendo seu idioma eu consegui entender,vou tentar fazer , adorei sua explicação sou do Brasil 🇧🇷 😘❤️

@beadaholique 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Sorry we're not able to provide translations, but I'm so glad this was helpful for you anyway! 💖

@lizzie84am 11 жыл бұрын

that sort of thread is the ud is used in this work and that number of cbs is thank you greetings beautiful bracelet

@GreenEnvyDesigns 11 жыл бұрын

it's really very easy. give it a try and have a little faith :D

@elizabethjimenez5380 12 жыл бұрын

so beautiful and belive or not im only in middle school and know how to do expert jewlery

@fawncantin463 12 жыл бұрын

love this video....very easy to understand. i wonder if you could tell me how many beads to string and how long of a string to use to make a 22" braid for a necklace? thank you so much!

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

It would be difficult to weave this around a ring. I think an easier option would be to add a piece of wire to the center of the braid after you complete it and then bend the now wired kumihimo into a circular shape. You will need to deal with finishing your ends somehow, I am not quite sure how you would do this. I suggest some experimentation, it is fun to play!

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

Size 11/0 seed beads work if you are using a thin enough cord such as Griffin Silk. With the project in the video, I would not recommend using 11/0 seed beads though.

@cindimams4394 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this free lesson, and everything you beadaholique's share in such depth, and you're all as good as being in a class. I just did my first Kumihimo braid to get the feel for it, and now I must do the beaded one. I hope the kit is still available. My brain is running wild with variations. I can't think of the name of the teardrop shaped seed beads, but I think they'd look awesome. Also; I have some embroidery DMC #5 thread on hand along with a smorgasbord of beads, and I'm impatient to wait for the kit, do you think that thread is too thin? Or will it unravel- as it's fine braided thread? I'm loving the spiral clasp, so perfectly blended with the art of Kumihimo.

@beadaholique 10 жыл бұрын

Hi! I am so glad that you are enjoying kumihimo! Yes, the DMC thread should work fine, just be prepared for it to be a thinner braid then you are used to but strength wise it should be totally okay. Have fun!

@Maoriturtle74 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the wonderful tutorial, just perfect! Can I ask you some questions please? Can I use waxed linen cord? What's the bobbins size please? Thanks! Have a great week!

@beadaholique 11 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I have not worked with C-Lon so I can not say if it will work or not. You can kumihimo with a wide range of threads and cords. I would not recommend using anything larger then 3mm and I would also not recommend using anything so small (like regular sewing thread) that you will not be able to see your braid. S-Lon works great, so does Griffin Silk, Soutache Cord, Satin Rattail, and just about any other cord along those lines.

@janmann8528 10 жыл бұрын

Well it would be good if i could get to watch the video, trying to get the instructions for kimihimo beaded round braid, as i have forgotten how, it's been a few weeks since i did a round braid bracelet.

@2808debbie 11 жыл бұрын

great video, can you tell how much the weigh weighs, please

@XeniaSiskaki1 12 жыл бұрын

Hi, lovely tutorial. I just wanted to ask if the size of the kumihimo disk(small or normal size) has any difference on the bracelet created.

@Nivia308 12 жыл бұрын

Solo Hablo español pero quiero expresarte que aunque no comprendo tu idioma me es muy util este video pues solo con mirar tu manera de trabajar es suficuente para mi.. te felicito y me suscribo a tu canal , me gusta mucho lo que haces . muchas gracias por compartir y desde ahora una seguidora y admiradora

@isabelgallo7314 8 жыл бұрын

I ALWAYS LIKE YOUR TUTORIAL. THANKS FOR SHEARING! PLEASE, TELL ME THE BEADS MEASURE.

@beadaholique 8 жыл бұрын

These are 8/0 toho rounds, which have a diameter of about 3mm. You can see more details here: www.beadaholique.com/p-29825-toho-round-seed-beads-80-928-rainbow-rosalineopaque-purple-lined-8-gram-tube.aspx

@sofiaysubaul Жыл бұрын

Estoy encantada de ver sus tutoriales, pero como puedo traducir en español? No lo se. Me podría indicar. Gracias anticipadas

@Beadinmomy 12 жыл бұрын

When would you use E-6000 vs. G-S Hypo cement? Would either product work?

@libbiearsenault4691 11 жыл бұрын

Very pretty..I just found you on eBay, and now here. Kinda stalker-like, lol. The finished work looks very similar to the peyote stitch round.

@isabelgallo7314 8 жыл бұрын

I LOVED IT! WHERE CAN I FIND THE CLASP, IS THE FIRST TIME I SEE IT, IS VERY PRETTY. THANKS FOR YOUR CLASS.

@beadaholique 8 жыл бұрын

+ISABEL GALLO Thanks, glad you liked the class. We sell all the supplies we feature in our video tutorials, you can find the spiral clasp on our site here www.beadaholique.com/p-38283-silver-plated-glue-in-sliding-toggle-clasp-small-spiral-fits-3mm-cord-1.aspx

@phyllisgallucci8397 10 жыл бұрын

I am looking for the tutorial on the graduated peyote stitch bracelet. The one where you use increasing and decreasing sizes of seed beads.

@beadaholique 10 жыл бұрын

That project is called the Silvery Bubbles Bracelet and you can find the tutorial on Beadaholique's Free Beading Projects page. www.beadaholique.com/t-ba-project-b141.aspx?KZfaq&

@mayziemay5982 11 жыл бұрын

When you buy a Kumihimo disk, do you get the other supplies with it, or do you have to buy the bobbins, thread etc. separately? Is there a starter kit that includes the basics?

@silviamarinaalvarez2607 11 жыл бұрын

que bonito pero como puedo conseguir ese aparato

@pearl4scott 10 жыл бұрын

thanks for this wonderful demo. Just a question, what type of Super Lon did you use? is it the #18? thanks!

@beadaholique 10 жыл бұрын

Yes it is size 18. You can get the supplies featured in our videos on Beadaholique . com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

@V8carfreak 10 жыл бұрын

does the cord have to be the same colour as the bead's?? or can it be different? i'm trying to learn about these beautiful piece's and how to make them..

@beadaholique 10 жыл бұрын

You can use whatever color cord you want. I like to pick a color of cord that will blend into the background so that the focus is on the beads, but it is entirely a matter of personal preference. Sometimes it can look really fun to have a bright or contrasting cord showing through the beads.

@zysta2002 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Julie, thanks so much for your design, it is awesome. I have a few questions: I bought another clasp, I didn't find this one in Germany, it also has 3-3,5mm inner diameter. I bulked up the braid at the end, and glued it in, but it doesn't hold, the bulk is glued in, but one pull, and it comes off of the braid. Also, I didn't find E6000 but E6000 plus, do you think it is the same? Whenn dried, it is a little like rubber. Perhaps this is the problem? By the way, I tried the design with some other seed beads, well, it looks a lot different, if the beads are not the same size... TOHO beads are the best, but hard to come by in Germany, luckily I found a store :)

@beadaholique 3 жыл бұрын

It could be that E6000 plus is the issue, we can't worked with it much. You may also need a bit more glue to hold it in place. Try applying more next time, and waiting a day. It should take about 24 hours for the glue to take its maximum hold. You also may be experiencing some climate issues. If it’s too cold where you are working the glue will seize up too quickly and won't bond to the thread.

@abizarrebazaar3814 10 жыл бұрын

My question is what happens or how do you handle it when you have about 4 inches of perfect beaded braid and then something emergency happens you get lost and then you get off track ...messing up in a place that far along is there any trick for trying to find your way back on track or making a mistracking start to work? Twice I have had to drop all those hundreds perhaps thousands of beads off and start all over it's almost a tragedy lol. I'd like to note you are an awesome instructor, I understand you clearly, and did my first beaded without a hitch...

@beadaholique 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment and I am glad the videos are easy to follow! Losing your place does happen and it can be tricky to find your way back. Leaving the cords all on the board and in their slots, I try to work backwards, undoing however much I need to, one warp at a time. It's not easy, but it is possible. The key is to not remove everything from the disk and then try to put it back. I will try and do a video showing how to do this in the coming weeks. Happy Holidays!

@abizarrebazaar3814 10 жыл бұрын

OH that would be fantastic !!! I would be so happy if you could. There truly is not one and to be honest, not to be rude to others but even if there was , it's hard to find quality videos out there. You ladies put your stuff together very well, I like your style very well, but honestly all of you ladies at beadaholique have your act together as teachers and well just all around good fun people to watch and learn from. Coming from a man it's a compliment we don't think like that didn't ya know? WINK...we don't bead either right? ha! don't believe it.

@mellamohikaru 11 жыл бұрын

Hello, can you use C-lon beading thread size D for this project? or Super Lon would be better? i'm new to this thing and i really enjoy it. But i'm having trouble buying what kind of thread/cord i should be using. Thanks.

@chocokitty7 11 жыл бұрын

Can this pattern be woven around a ring to make earrings?

@rochelleroberts8954 10 жыл бұрын

Your video is so great. thank you. I have quick question. I've noticed the rattail you use is on a spool [bulk] but on your website I can only find 6 yd packages. I am not looking in the correct spot on your website? tia

@beadaholique 10 жыл бұрын

This video is a bit on the older side, and it's very possible that it shows a product sold in a format that we no longer carry. We currently carry rattail only in 6 yard lengths. www.beadaholique.com/c-60479-satin-cord.aspx?KZfaq&

@MichellesHandmadeCreations 12 жыл бұрын

Wondering why you couldn't wrap the extra length of the thread or cord onto the spools before knotting the end?

@crystalshelton6684 11 жыл бұрын

how long exactly does it take to make one of these? just curious. i recently started selling jewelry online and at a local art store in my hometown and I hate to mark prices up because the pieces take a long time. however, i absolutely love how kumihimos look! they are beautiful and you can do so much with them. so, on average how long does it take to make a bracelet or a necklace (just beaded kumihimo, not the extras you might add).

@Safirentwiluea 9 жыл бұрын

how is called the thingie at the end of each nylon preventing the beads to fall out?

@beadaholique 9 жыл бұрын

Safirentwiluea You can find them here: www.beadaholique.com/c-62081-braiding-cording.aspx?KZfaq& You can get the supplies featured in our videos on Beadaholique.com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video. Spiraling Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet www.beadaholique.com/t-ba-project-B634.aspx?KZfaq&

@GreenEnvyDesigns 11 жыл бұрын

is it funny that i always turn the exact opposit direction and alo move my strands upside down? :D awsome tut very good!

@marthaluciamonroy9564 7 жыл бұрын

How much largue? Thanks

@tbkk100 10 жыл бұрын

what other kinds of cording or thread can you use? also in some other tutorials i've see them take the right thread and bring it down and take the bottom most left string and bring it up. is it essentially the same kind of thing

@beadaholique 9 жыл бұрын

tbkk100 You can use any cord or thread that fits within the notches on the kumihimo disk and that when combined with the other cords will fit through the center hole. I have used ribbon, Griffin Silk, Super-Lon, satin rattail, pearl cotton, and even chain. Just be cautious of any cord that has a lot of stretch to it, this could alter your resulting braid. Beading Thread and Cord www.beadaholique.com/c-60385-beading-thread-and-cord.aspx?KZfaq&

@tbkk100 9 жыл бұрын

Beadaholique How would you make a kumihimo bracelet or necklace using wire instead of cording and what kind of wire would you use

@beadaholique 9 жыл бұрын

tbkk100 It is possible to use wire and you would do everything the same as if the wire was cord. There would be no change to the instructions. However, just a word of caution, it is far more difficult to use wire for kumihimo because of how it kinks and becomes easily work hardened. I would recommend dead soft wire. You might also want to try beading wire such as Soft Flex. Beading Wire www.beadaholique.com/c-60380-beading-wire.aspx?KZfaq&

@lassie2d2 10 жыл бұрын

Great instructional video. However, in making my first beaded Kumihimo project, after several without-ending up with way too much wasted thread at the end of each project I went on the "scant" side without considering the amount of extra space between beads would practically double my thread used. Only an inch into it and I KNOW it's going to be too short (frustrating after cutting the threads, loading the beads onto them, etc). The second thing is to make sure you use GOOD quality beads that are regularly sized-my project) is already showing a lot of thread between the beads because of the irregular sizes (6.0ish-in tubes-very few the same size) not horrible for a first time attempt, takes a close look to notice. To make it easier to remember=left up, right down, turn, etc. it's that simple. I also want to mention that a great introductory kit would include the disk, instructions for different types of braids (instead of variations of the basic 8 strand spiral), how to create patterns, a fishing depth-finder for a weight, *12* bobbins, if you added in enough satin cording and end clasps for a bracelet, you could easily sell it for $30 or more.

@beadaholique 10 жыл бұрын

We sell several Kumihimo kits on our website. You can click on the link for Braiding & Cording located in the video description underneath this video to check them out.

@XeniaSiskaki1 12 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to add beads to a 16-strand or 12-strand kumihimo? I've been looking all over the internet but can't find a video anywhere, so please take some time to answer. Thanks in advance!

@feelder7650 11 жыл бұрын

hi , i would like to know how many inches of thread if i will make a necklace and how many beads would be for one necklace ? thanks

@RinaDasler 11 жыл бұрын

Seems that kumihimo disk needs some kind of stand to make work on it faster and with both hands :)

@bluejay6497 9 жыл бұрын

HI I am new to kumihimo and was wondering if you can only do a two colour spiral I don't seem to be able to find any designs like the ones for tubular bead crochet.

@beadaholique 9 жыл бұрын

June Burt I would love to find a 3 or 4 color spiral but because of the way the warp threads are lined up, I only know of a 2 color spiral design for an 8 warp braid. There is a such thing as a 16 warp braid so I wonder if you could do more colors with that (I would think so). Let me research it some more and if I find a way, I will make a tutorial on it. Thanks for the question.

@bluejay6497 9 жыл бұрын

Beadaholique Thanks for the reply I think I will have to leave the 16 warp for when I'm a bit more experienced :-)