A note from the author - Donna Mckean-Smith I have designed the projects in this book with beginners in mind, so no prior knowledge is required. I hope this book will also help you to progress your braiding withsome of the design variations I have included. Kumihimo is a portable craft that can be enjoyed anywhere, by people of all ages. You will soon be making your own beautiful braided and beaded kumihimo pieces. Happy braiding! Read more Start with the basics Get to grips with a kumhimo disc Kumihimo braids are created by taking the cord from underneath the disc and moving to another position on the disc. Learn how to finish your piece There are various ways in which you can finish your kumihimo braid; while you will typically not be able to see the end of the braid once it is glued into your end cap, the neater you can make your end, the easier it will be to fit it into the cap. And how to work with beads Once you have mastered the braided kumihimo, why not try a beaded piece? Read more and in no time at all you'll be making beautiful braided jewellery Audrey - Eight-braid bracelet This eight-braid kumihimo project is a great beginners braid that will help you understand how the kumihimo process works. Margaret - Infinity Knot Necklace This eight-braid project teaches you to create a blended, beaded kumihimo necklace. This technique is combined with the creation of an infinity knot, which can symbolize eternity and everlasting love. This is a stunning project that will help you develop and advance yourkumihimo skills. This necklace consists of two sections: bottom and top. Julie - Flower motif bracelet This pretty eight-braid bracelet, with floral pattern, is made by threading the beads onto specific strands to create the daisy motif. You can easily change the types of bead you use to vary your own finished pieces. Maxine - Eight-braid cuff This feature cuff is created from two beaded kumihimobraids. The lentil beads are carefully placed between thetwo braids to enable a simple beadweaving feature inthe centre. Read more
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🗸 Author(s): Donna McKean-Smith
🗸 Title: Beginner's Guide to Kumihimo
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