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Beaded Kumihimo Braiding Tutorial

Potomac Bead Company tutorial on beaded kumihimo braiding for bracelets, necklaces, and other jewelry.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Beaded Kumihimo Braiding Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Beads (multiple colors, sizes 11/0, 15/0, 8/0)
  • Bobbins (silicone recommended for ease of use)
  • Kumihimo disk
  • String or cord for braiding
  • Weights (for maintaining tension)
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Preparation: String 25 beads onto each string and secure them on bobbins.
    Start Plain Kumihimo: Begin with a section of plain Kumihimo braid to allow for finishing the ends later.
    Adding Beads: Slide a bead up underneath two parallel strings, then cross over and under to incorporate the bead into the braid.
    Maintain Tension: Attach weights to the end of your strings to help pull down and ensure the beads sit nicely in the braid.
    Repeat: Continue the process of adding beads, making sure each one is snugly positioned under the strings.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate Mini Pocket | Smoke | 3.5x2.5"

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    Potomac Bead Company tutorial on beaded kumihimo braiding for bracelets, necklaces, and other jewelry.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Beads (multiple colors, sizes 11/0, 15/0, 8/0)
  • Bobbins (silicone recommended for ease of use)
  • Kumihimo disk
  • String or cord for braiding
  • Weights (for maintaining tension)
  • Project Steps

    Preparation: String 25 beads onto each string and secure them on bobbins.
    Start Plain Kumihimo: Begin with a section of plain Kumihimo braid to allow for finishing the ends later.
    Adding Beads: Slide a bead up underneath two parallel strings, then cross over and under to incorporate the bead into the braid.
    Maintain Tension: Attach weights to the end of your strings to help pull down and ensure the beads sit nicely in the braid.
    Repeat: Continue the process of adding beads, making sure each one is snugly positioned under the strings.