Basics to Kumihimo - 8 Cord Spiral With Beads
Fire Mountain Gems and Beads・17 minutes read
Create a braided beaded autumn bracelet using the kumihimo technique with imitation nylon cord, seed beads, and specific steps for a professional finish. The project involves preparing cords, managing them with a spool tamer, adding beads in a specific pattern, and finishing the piece with a clasp, jump rings, and autumn charms for customization.
Insights
- Utilize the kumihimo technique with imitation nylon cord and size 6 seed beads to create a braided beaded autumn bracelet, ensuring cords are prepared and managed meticulously for a professional finish.
- Incorporate a variety of finishing elements such as bead caps, rondelles, round beads, and jump rings, along with strategic knotting and gluing techniques, to secure the bracelet and add decorative autumn charms, enhancing both the aesthetic appeal and structural integrity of the jewelry piece.
Get key ideas from YouTube videos. It’s free
Recent questions
How can I create a braided beaded bracelet?
To create a braided beaded bracelet, you will need imitation nylon cord, size 6 seed beads, fray lock glue, bead caps, beading thread, brass head pins, rondell and round beads, a kumihimo disk, pliers, a clasp, jump rings, and autumn charms. Prepare eight cords, each three times the length of the desired bracelet, and secure the ends with fray lock glue. Attach a bead cap and tie the cords together with beading thread, then insert a brass head pin through the knot and trim the excess cords. Add beads in an ombre pattern according to a chart, and set up the kumihimo disk with cords in specific slots. Begin the kumihimo braid without beads, then add beads in quadrants under specific cords after eight cycles. Finish the cord by adding glue, bead caps, rondelle beads, and wrapped loops. Complete the bracelet by adding a clasp, jump rings, and autumn charms for a decorative finish.
What materials are needed for a kumihimo bracelet?
To create a kumihimo bracelet, you will need imitation nylon cord, size 6 seed beads, fray lock glue, bead caps, beading thread, brass head pins, rondell and round beads, a kumihimo disk, pliers, a clasp, jump rings, and autumn charms. These materials will help you create a beautiful braided beaded bracelet using the kumihimo technique.
How do I secure the ends of cords for a bracelet?
To secure the ends of cords for a bracelet, use fray lock glue to prevent fraying. Prepare eight cords, each three times the length of the desired bracelet, and apply fray lock glue to the ends. This will ensure that the cords stay in place and do not unravel while you are creating your braided beaded bracelet.
What is the purpose of a spool tamer in bracelet making?
A spool tamer is used in bracelet making to manage cords and prevent tangling. When creating a braided beaded bracelet using the kumihimo technique, a spool tamer can help keep your cords organized and make the braiding process smoother. It ensures that the cords stay in place and do not get tangled, allowing you to focus on creating a beautiful bracelet.
How can I add beads to a kumihimo braid?
To add beads to a kumihimo braid, begin by setting up the kumihimo disk with cords in specific slots. Arrange the beads in an ombre pattern according to a chart, then start the kumihimo braid without beads. After eight cycles, add beads in quadrants under specific cords to incorporate them into the braid. This technique will create a beautiful braided beaded bracelet with a unique design and texture.
Related videos
Marion Verloop
Making a Kumihimo cord with 16 yarns
Amsler Art Room
Kumihimo Tutorial
Prumihimo
6 Cord Hollow Braid
I. Sasaki
Christmas Beauty Craft | Yin-Yang Twisted Wreath for Home Decor | I. Sasaki Original
Mozy Mory Crochet (Samah Ayad)
كروشيه كلاتش بفاصل من الداخل/بورتفيه/حقيبه crochet bag/crochet wallet/crochet clutch
Summary
00:00
"Creating Autumn Bracelet with Kumihimo Technique"
- Project involves creating a braided beaded autumn bracelet using kumihimo technique
- Use imitation nylon cord to fit size 6 seed beads with fray lock glue to create needle ends
- Prepare eight cords, each three times the length of the desired bracelet
- Use spool tamer to manage cords and apply fray lock to prevent fraying
- Attach bead cap and tie cords together with beading thread, securing with a surgeon's knot
- Insert brass head pin through knot, trim excess cords, and secure with glue
- Add rondell and round bead for a professional finish, creating a wrapped loop with pliers
- Set up kumihimo disk with cords in specific slots, ensuring a large center hole
- Arrange beads in an ombre pattern according to a chart, adding beads to each cord
- Begin kumihimo braid without beads, rotating cords in a specific pattern for eight cycles before adding beads in quadrants under specific cords
20:54
"Secure cord with glue, add beads, loop"
- Finish the cord by adding glue for extra security, followed by a bead cap, rondelle bead, and a wrapped loop using round nose pliers, leaving space for wrappings and trimming off excess.
- Complete the jewelry piece by adding a clasp, jump rings, and decorative autumn charms, ensuring extra strength by using double jump rings and creating a custom length with additional jump rings for variation.
