Japanese braiding

Detailed steb-by-step instructions with photos and pictures for the well known Japanese Kumihimo braiding techniques for jewellery makers.

It’s easy to see why kumihimo, the ancient Japanese art of silk braiding, is described as a meditative act.

Learn the ancient Japanese braiding technique from free tutorials, and make gorgeous beaded jewelry that looks like macrame, crochet or bead weaving. Learn to make bracelets, necklaces, even earrings. Discover multiple finishing techniques.

I have been wanting to try braiding for some time now, making Kumihimo braid. Kumihimo is a Japanese form of braid-making. Rattail cords, nylon jewelry cords, ribbons and Japanese seed beads are m…

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I have been wanting to try braiding for some time now, making Kumihimo braid. Kumihimo is a Japanese form of braid-making. Rattail cords, nylon jewelry cords, ribbons and Japanese seed beads are m…

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