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Instructions - Finishing Kumihimo Projects Tutorial

This tutorial shows you how to finish a Kumihimo braiding project with end cones and the proper clasps.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Instructions - Finishing Kumihimo Projects Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • End Cones (or Bead Cones)
  • Needle and Thread (Fire Line recommended, but sewing thread can also be used)
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Secure the Braid: Start by tying a tight square knot at the end of your Kumihimo braid to secure the loose ends.
    Bind and Sew for Strength: Use needle and thread to bind tightly around the braid’s end. Incorporate a few stitches through the braid itself for enhanced durability.
    Apply a Sewer’s Knot: For additional security, execute a sewer's knot by sewing underneath a thread bridge and tying a knot.
    Trim the Tails: Cut off the excess Kumihimo and fire line tails to clean up the end.
    Attach the End Cone: Apply a generous amount of glue to the braid end and inside the bead cone.
    Slide the cone over the braid end to finish.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Instructions - Finishing Kumihimo Projects Tutorial
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    Item Description

    This tutorial shows you how to finish a Kumihimo braiding project with end cones and the proper clasps.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • End Cones (or Bead Cones)
  • Needle and Thread (Fire Line recommended, but sewing thread can also be used)
  • Project Steps

    Secure the Braid: Start by tying a tight square knot at the end of your Kumihimo braid to secure the loose ends.
    Bind and Sew for Strength: Use needle and thread to bind tightly around the braid’s end. Incorporate a few stitches through the braid itself for enhanced durability.
    Apply a Sewer’s Knot: For additional security, execute a sewer's knot by sewing underneath a thread bridge and tying a knot.
    Trim the Tails: Cut off the excess Kumihimo and fire line tails to clean up the end.
    Attach the End Cone: Apply a generous amount of glue to the braid end and inside the bead cone.
    Slide the cone over the braid end to finish.