Kumihimo Books

"This book provides useful information for using braids in jewelry designs. Included are the warp sets for over 30 different patterns within the easy spiral structure as well as project ideas. All techniques are accompanied by photos including how to finish."Spiral-bound paperback, 32 pages, measures 22x28cm.

Making cords is fun, easy and fast. In fact, a technique that looks this great shouldn't be this easy! Kumihimo (pronounced koo-mee-HEE-mo) is the ancient art of Japanese board braiding. While there are many braid structures that can be worked within the universe of board braiding, this booklet will concentrate on one easy-to-master braid. This braid can be made by children as young as 7; 'tweens are huge fans of it; teenagers tend to be "speed braiders"; and adults find it to be "Zen-like", relaxing and engaging without requiring concentration. The projects in this booklet progress from easy to more advanced. Paperback, 24 pages, 22x14cm

"Karen DeSousa’s second kumihimo book has more of everything! More patterns. More necklaces. More great tips for making and finishing beautiful braids. It’s suitable for beginners and challenging enough for more experienced braiders. The book revisits the round braid (for beginners) and then pumps it up by adding seed beads and finishes without findings. The Laramie Twist, the 16 bobbin Roundabout, a different round braid called the Top and Bottom Tango that lets you evenly space out beads and crystals, and the Color Tipped Swirl which puts an edge of color to a fabulous twist braid. If that weren’t enough, the book then tells you how to turn these great braids into beautiful necklaces. Fun, elegant, artistic, fun! Paperback, 36 pages, measures 22 x 28cm."

"Most braiders never get past the basic round braid, and that's okay because there's so much you can do with it. Start off by designing your own project and then proceed through 12 different necklace and bracelet projects. You'll learn about the various textures provided by different shapes and finishes of beads. Plus, you'll learn how to create patterns with color and how to prep, braid and finish each project. From a Retro 50s look to an Out of this World lariat, this book is filled with braiding inspiration. Paperback, 36 pages, measures 22x28cm".

"Have you been looking for a fun craft to share with family and friends? The braiding wheel makes creating gorgeous braids easy to accomplish. This portable and inexpensive craft makes it perfect for sharing with a group. When your braid is complete, add the sparkle of glittering pendants for a chic, new look that will be the envy of all your friends. Want to add fibre cording to some of your favourite jewellery pieces? Learn how to use the Kumi braiding wheel and it will be a snap. This is another great craft demonstrated by Suzanne McNeill....travels well for crafters on the go."Paperback. Measures 22x28cm

"This project-oriented book shows you step-by-step how to make a braid how it should look as you’re creating it and how to turn it into a beautiful necklace. It includes easy-to-follow instructions for 10 necklaces including braiding with beads. Includes projects for all skill levels and all ages. Paperback 36 pages measures 22 x 28cm."