Basic beaded kumihimo braid

In this tutorial I show you how to make a basic beaded kumihimo braid. Please feel free to give it a go yourself and I hope you enjoy.
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Kumihimo starter kit:
If you are a beginner in kumihimo, I have a starter kit available. It is a great way to get started as it has everything you need to make several pieces and get you going on your kumihimo journey.
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Materials:
Round kumihimo disk
0.4mm s-lon cord
4mm round beads (6/0s)
Kumihimo bobbins
How to finish off kumihimo ends:
• How to finish off kumi...
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[@CSLdesigns]

Kumihimo starter kit: If you are a beginner in kumihimo, I have a starter kit available. It is a great way to get started as it has everything you need to make several pieces and get you going on your kumihimo journey. csldesignsshop.com/products/kumihimo-starter-kit

[@tellsudha]

The best kumihomo work by far, explanation is clear & your outcome is beautiful. 👌👌👏👏👏

[@floridaLise]

I love to hear your voice and I like the way you go slow and explain everything for beginners. Very Nice! Thank You.

[@lisajarvis3820]

FINALLY SOMEONE HAS PUT ON A EASY STEP BY STEP METHOD TO MAKE THESE - I HAVE LOOKED FOR THIS FOR AGES - THANK YOU SOOOOOO VERY MUCH!! NOW I AM GOING TO GIVE IT "ANOTHER" GO!!

[@CSLdesigns]

I'm really glad it is helpful :-)

[@Lifewithlugo]

Lisa Ja

[@dianeball6340]

I have found this to be the best explained way to do kuhihimo, i made a bracelet within 40 minutes, Thank you

[@CSLdesigns]

+Diane Ball Thank you so much. I'm really glad to hear that :-)

[@annerawls2065]

This is a great video! Thank you for your detailed instructions and calming way. You make it seem easy.

[@sharon88841]

Thank you for your videos! I've bought the kumihimo disk and I'm addicted already. I'm a single mom in Holland and so I'm every night at home. But never bored again. It's easy to follow your videos even when English is not your first language. Really thank you! ;-) Sharon

[@CSLdesigns]

Sharon Cane Corso You're welcome and thank you very much for your comment. I'm really glad the videos are helpful :-)

[@kerrywilliams9801]

Thank you so much. I didn't know anything about kumihimo and now I feel I can get started. You're a great teacher and all good wishes to you x

[@carolynschultz4162]

I agree your teaching style was excellent. I have watch 4 videos, and yours is the best. Thank you, I can't wait to try it.

[@CSLdesigns]

Carolyn Schultz Thank you so much. That is very kind of you and I really appreciate it :-)

[@anneikolo1487]

Hi Cynthia...is the s Lon cord a brand of nylon thread?

[@karencassidy513]

You’re a wonderful teacher and have a very pleasant voice. You make this all seem easy. I’ve made several bracelets and like them all. Thanks for all your hard work.

[@BetterSelf2011]

Beautiful! I can't wait to try this. I made a simple Kumihimo braid with silk cord recently and now I'm ready to try it again with the beads. I love your simple instructions and easy step by step approach. As well, I love the explanations and tips along the way. Thanks!

[@ZColombinaZ]

Thank you for this video! Just made my first beaded kumihimo braid as you showed, and it turned out great! I will use it to finish my soutache necklace. Thank you for this great tutorial.

[@CDSherwood81]

Thank you for going slowly step by step and repeating the tuck under part. That's what finally made me get it. :)

[@christinebutler7360]

I've just ordered my very first Kumihimo board and cords, can't wait to get started. Thank you so much for your tutorial, you make it look so easy.

[@CSLdesigns]

Christine Butler That sounds great. Careful though, you might get addicted ;-)

[@christinebutler7360]

My mistake was ordering a square board but looking at yours, maybe a round one would have been better to start with? Oh well, I'm sure I'll get the hang of it. Thanks again for your help.

[@CSLdesigns]

It really depends what you want to do. I like using the square board as well and you can make some lovely braids with it :-)

[@carolynschultz4162]

I love the way you finished off the ends, so neat and easy to clue to the caps. Thank you, I will always do the ends like you did.

[@CSLdesigns]

Carolyn Schultz Thank you. I'm really glad it was helpful :-)

[@christinaaugusta7101]

Delighted with your incredibly clear explanation of beaded kumihimo. Can't wait to have a try Thank you!

[@CSLdesigns]

Celene Thompson Thank you very much. I'm really glad it was helpful :-)

[@berylblackburn3411]

Really easy to follow instructions, very clear and video coverage great. Just started this craft and love it. Thank you for helping along the way❤️👍❤️💋🌈

[@MariaMunoz-fw9jl]

I want to thank you for explaining slowly, I tried watching others and just got confused, but you made it easy to understand, now I will make some of these, it is a beauty.

[@CSLdesigns]

+maria munoz Thank you very much. I'm really glad it was useful for you :-)

[@coehelen]

Thank you so much! You are a great teacher. Everything is kept simple and to the point. You have the best videos.

[@CSLdesigns]

+oh kitty kitty You welcome and thank you very much. I really appreciate it :-)

[@egeyldrm4019]

oh kitty kitty

[@fineknots2354]

Love your channel. You're a great teacher!

[@kcb1kcb]

Your instructions were so clear, I am eager to try my hand at making a beaded kumihimo bracelet. I'll be looking for more of your posts to learn more crafting tips.. Thanks a bunch!

[@CSLdesigns]

KAREN I'm glad it was helpful. Careful though, you might get addicted ;-P

[@bethlambert8798]

Excellent tutorial. Good video and easy to follow. Thank you.

[@Anita.201-d2g]

I like your channel, you explain very well. Although I do not understand your language well, you detail in the video very well. I subscribed to your channel. You are very talented Thank you very much and greetings and a hug from Colombia.

[@nyokamullins4000]

I love your video and the beginning and ends are great better than the other videos I have watched tks

[@BetterSelf2011]

I made the bracelet - and just want to say thank you for the excellent video. I may have to keep practicing. My bracelet is not as uniform looking as I like. But I have a hunch that has to do with tension in the braiding. Getting used to the technique.

[@saraflorey8926]

thank you! I made my first beaded kumihimo bracelet today following your video, worked great!

[@toniiacoboni2370]

I stumbled upon this video and I have to say that your teaching style and videography is excellent....soooo clear and detailed and at a perfect pace. Thank you! I will now try kumihimo! Subscribed and will look forward to future videos!

[@CSLdesigns]

Toni Iacoboni Thank you so much. That is very kind, and I really appreciate it. I'm really glad it was helpful and thank you for subscribing :-)

[@thanujapathangi6354]

Thank you for being very patient and explaining the process step by step. Most other videos that i watched are kind of confusing. Your video was precise. Thanks again and keep up the good work. :-)

[@donnaandmikesmith7035]

Very helpful. I cranked out 2 learning pieces today, Soon I'll be ready to make one to wear! WooHoo!

[@CSLdesigns]

Donna and Mike Smith That's brilliant. You're on a roll :-)

[@Dolida]

Thank you! I finally finished my first one just a few days ago! It gets easier once you get the hang of it. Thanks again!

[@tamaraadams9317]

Thanks so much for sharing your tutorials! I have learned so much from you! You're the best instructor and a wonderful inspiration, Christina! ❤️💜💗💕

[@JoanneCallumBox]

Great tutorial. Very clear and easy to follow

[@CSLdesigns]

+Joanne Wood Thank you very much. I'm glad to hear that :-)

[@dshorty57]

I love your tutorials, I'm a beginner and you make me have more confidence that I can do this-thank you for sharing

[@CSLdesigns]

Dawn Duncan Thank you. That's great. I'm really glad to hear that :-)

[@sarahlou40]

This is great. So well explained. Looking forward to making a few

[@bacon_girl1155]

Dear Christina, Thank you for your beautiful, carefully-constructed, easy-to-follow tutorials. I've worked with silver for almost 20 years & you have inspired me to try an entirely new area. Do you think this simple braiding would work with a very fine gauge of silver wire?

[@netnetalw]

I found this instructional video quite good. It was easy to follow and listen to. I was able to see all the steps clearly. Thank you .Looking forward to your next:)

[@CSLdesigns]

Annette Wakefield Thank you so much. I'm really glad that is was helpful for you :-)

[@normapoe678]

you are so sweet and kind to do this for us . thank you so much!

[@matureblakwomanwright777]

I love that I found your channel and very eager to learn what you have to offer. Just a beginner though. Want to learn or get a hobby this one looks interesting. Your a good teacher:-)

[@CSLdesigns]

***** Thank you very much. You are very kind. I'm glad that I am able to help you on your journey :-)

[@ChrisLinacre]

really interesting and informative tutorial - the close ups are so helpful

[@CSLdesigns]

Chris Linacre That sounds so great. I'm really glad it was helpful :-)

[@sisteryaya24]

That is really lovely! I really loved how you finished the ends. I have always ended my Kumihimo work with a wrapped loop and a cap with a hole in it because I was afraid the slip on caps like the one you used would eventually come off. Has that ever happened? I have so many slip on caps that I'd like to make use of. I'm ready to add beads now. Thanks so much for the great DIY!

[@brendadesouza3332]

Outstanding video, best I've ever seen!

[@CSLdesigns]

+Brenda De Souza Thank you so much :-)

[@stormrise1]

Thank you! I was stuffing up, and didn't know where... a couple of mins into your video, and the light bulb popped on ;-)! xox

[@CSLdesigns]

+Storm Rise :-)

[@terrilynch7845]

When braiding kumihimo jewelry, How do you know what size end caps you will need to order before you begin your project? Thank you! Lovely tutorials you do!

[@SimpLeeBeth]

You're a great teacher! xo

[@NICKYM26]

very nice bracelet and seem's easy to make, the only thing I would do different is use a weight in the center, and make the end's shorter, only because you can see the cord, but it is a beautiful work of art and you are easy to understand thank's

[@ericaduddy361]

Thank you for your very patient tutorials! I have learnt so much from you Little tip for anyone dip the ends of cord in a little superglue let it dry then it’s much easier to pick and thread beads on!

[@xymox61]

Hello. Thanks for the video. You have a very peaceful voice and a lovely accent. I'm guessing it's from somewhere in Ireland (excuse my ignorance). I will give this a try this week-end. I've seen other tutorials that made me rather nervous but your video seems to simplify it a little.

[@ريميعلي-ك7ن]

You are very good thanks a lot you encouraged me to try it 😊

[@anacristinaValencia]

Cintia, espectacular vídeo!!😃

[@CSLdesigns]

Thank you very much :-)

[@nadyaedwards]

excellent tutorial!

[@CSLdesigns]

+nadloveschocolate Thank you very much :-)

[@MissLaydie]

thanks for your simple explanation!

[@CB-jv6cj]

Great video by the way, made one of these withing 30 minutes and it looks really nice.

[@danamullaney456]

Just discovered you WOW you are the best!

[@CSLdesigns]

+Dana Mullaney Thank you so much :-)

[@momotaharamoore]

This is AWESOME!! Thank you for your detailed instruction!!!!

[@gxt6827]

Neat work..... clear instructions....

[@CSLdesigns]

Geeba Thittayil Thank you :-)

[@faiythgray8638]

How tight do you recommend keeping each string as you bring it across? And how tightly do you grasp your center?

[@amenaamir480]

Thank you so much for sharing your video

[@holyfire3658]

very helpful. thank you!

[@CSLdesigns]

+holyfire3 You're welcome and thank you. I'm really glad it was helpful :-)

[@mirian593]

Thank you ❤

[@nataliawilson9477]

Hi, could you please tell me where you buy 5 mm end cups? I've only managed to find 3 and 6 mm: the former are too small, the latter too big. I have made a really pretty bracelet following your instructions for which I am very grateful, but can't finish it. Thank you for your tutorials!

[@julievalliere1440]

Hi there, I just bought the starter kit, and I was wondering if I could used any kind of beards for this? Thank you.

[@petrasalazar2725]

Que linda bendiciones ❤

[@Aitch_154]

I am ordering a disc in the morning! A few more views of this tutorial and I will be well away! Thank you.

[@CSLdesigns]

Amanda Thompson That sounds great. I'm sure you'll love it. It gets addictive ;-)

[@mzjazz5737]

if you don't want spiral how do you set your disk. and start beading

[@azs2213]

After doing a Kumi braid without beads, I usually drag and gently pull along the length of the braid to release tension, elongate the braid and better reveal the pattern. Is this advisable with beads before knotting off the ends? Thanks!

[@CSLdesigns]

S Simone The braid reacts a little different with beads, so you won't need to do that when you are adding beads :-)

[@CB-jv6cj]

Hey, sorry to ask even more questions. Somebody I know wants me to make some kumihimo bracelets for her, but I want these to be perfect. The only issue is that I don't know what size ends I have to get. I got s lon cord that is 0.5 mm. Can you tell me what size would fit the best on a 8 strand braid with that size cord?

[@ilvwhls]

half of mine came out twisted then a part of it looked like it should and then started twisting again. I have added weight to the middle and to the bobbins to help with tension, in case that was my issue. I have made several necklaces and bracelets with Kumihimo. This is just odd. I have used all size 8 seed beads.

[@mystellaluminosa]

Grazie molto bello e chiaro il tutorial ciauu

[@CSLdesigns]

mystellaluminosa Thank you very much. I'm glad it was helpful :-)

[@subedoo123]

I should have watched this video before attempting an ambitious project involving kumihimo beaded braiding with a button in the center. I didnt weave enough without beads and so it looks all tangled. Is there anyway to untangle or undo without cutting all the thread?

[@neomou1838]

Yes put the project back on an do it reverse!

[@ealgava7234]

Actually I meant I'll start with more than I need. The silver beaded bracelet is beautiful.

[@CSLdesigns]

+Ellen Algava Oh right ok. Thank you very much ;-)

[@cindybrook0520]

Hello, I'm not too familiar with tex, is that the S-Lon #18? Love your videos. I am working on my first Kumihimo braid. Can't wait to add beads.

[@cindybrook0520]

Also, can you use smaller seed beads, like an 8/0 or 11/0? Thank you. I loved it.

[@CSLdesigns]

Cindy Brook The S-lon that I used for this specific bracelet is s-lon tex 135. I use that for most of my beaded kumihimo pieces as it fits through most beads and is very strong. And you certainly can use smaller beads. As long as your cord will fit through the beads. I have actually made some pieces using smaller seed beads and have a tutorial coming up soon where I use smaller beads :-)

[@isabellnunez872]

Hi when I drop the bead it doesn't fall in place it stays on top of the braids when I try to push it under it won't go I was wondering if my bead might be too big

[@pattirice1272]

Thank you so much

[@noellerandall3792]

can you please tell me what size end caps you are using? i know you said small, but i have bought three different sizes and none of them fit. i have the hardest time finding them.

[@CSLdesigns]

+Noelle Randall When I make my beaded kumihimo braids I usually use 0.4mm s-lon cord (tex 135) and the kumihimo ends I use for them that I find fit perfectly for the ends, using these materials are 5mm. I hope that helped :-)

[@kizmit6545]

I guess you can use Swarovski 3mm crystals?

[@nubiafranco7328]

muy hermosas

[@shirleyjohnson695]

I just tried this for the first time. It's fun, but I'm not sure I did it correctly. All the white cord is showing. Any help here would be appreciated. What happened? I don't see the cord in the video or any other videos. :( .

[@taniagladisarenasali2276]

😍😍

[@CB-jv6cj]

How large are the little end things? Because I can find 3 mm as the thinnest but I am not sure if that fits

[@CSLdesigns]

+Cynthia Bernardy I use 5mm kumihimo ends for when I use 0.4mm s-lon (tex 135) and find they fit perfectly :-)

[@CB-jv6cj]

+CSLdesigns thank you, I only found 0.5 s lon cord so when I read a message from a while ago when I was scrolling trough, I saw that so I ordered 0.6 mm ends, hopefully they will fit. I cant wait to try and make this bracelet. :)

[@fenrafael7250]

Where can I buy kumihimo disk ? Please advise

[@CSLdesigns]

Fen Rafael In most local or online jewellery supply making shops, or look at places like eBay and Amazon. They most certainly sell them :-)

[@fenrafael7250]

Thank you.

[@violett069]

What type of cord are you using?

[@CSLdesigns]

Jessica Rodzvilla This cord is s-lon tex 135. It is really nice to use as it will fit through most beads, and it is really strong, so brilliant for durability, but you can really use whatever cord you have :-)

[@jonifejes6815]

Just seeing this in 2021

[@marialanzone]

bonjour,brigitte Trujillo.pourriez-vous me dire ou acheter votre cordon pour le bracelet.merçi.

[@CSLdesigns]

Maria Lanzone I buy my cord online. Have a look at places like amazon, ebay and online jewellery making supply shops. You'll be able to find them in places like that :-)

[@marialanzone]

+CSLdesigns Je vous remerçie pour vos informations. Vous faites de très beaux bracelets et je vous souhaite une bonne continuation.

[@CB-jv6cj]

How many grams of beads do you need? Because I want to make these in a few colours but I don't want to buy way to many beads, or way to little ofcourse.

[@CSLdesigns]

+Cynthia Bernardy It obviously depends on the size of bracelet you want to make, but if I remember right it is around 20g (possibly a little over) for an average size bracelet using 6/0s :-)

[@CB-jv6cj]

+CSLdesigns thank you, that's very useful. I've got really small little wrists so it will than be that or maybe less, but it's great to know that I wouldn't be able to do it with 1 little bag.

[@ealgava7234]

How do you calculate how many beads per bobbin (8 bobbins, 8/0 beads). I tried one equation and I came out with an outrageous number.

[@CSLdesigns]

+Ellen Algava I don't really calculate mine. I just kind of do it as I go. I'll put a certain amount of beads on that I think might be rigt, and then if it's not enough when I've used them up, I'll just add some more or if it's too many I'll just not use them all, but the more you do you will eventually learn how many beads to use of a certain size to get the final size bracelet you want :-)

[@ealgava7234]

Thanks. So I just have to add extra cord.

[@CSLdesigns]

No, I won't add extra cord. Just start with descent lengths and then if you need to add beads you can, but you can't really add cord :-)

[@angiecoward111]

How many beads on each one hope hear from you and thanks

[@CSLdesigns]

Angie Coward It depends on the materials you are using and the size you need your bracelet to be. But for this bracelet where I used 4mm beads I used about 30-32 beads on each strand and that creates an average bracelet of 7-7.5 inch, so that can give you an idea. I hope that helped :-)

[@Kittehz1]

I keep getting spaces where the cord shows through and it looks as if the beads aren't nestling right next to each other...sometimes it happens and sometimes it doesn't? Anyone have any idea why this could be happening?

[@DarialKuznetsova]

@Divavine Are your beads round? Maybe that's why they don't nestle? Or it's just about the phase of the moon or other celestial bodies.

[@artedadidi8411]

linda!

[@CSLdesigns]

Leopoldina Ramos Thank you very much :-)

[@cristinadiaz7581]

me encanta pero no entiendo nada de ingles

[@CSLdesigns]

+Cristina Diaz Thank you. Hopefully you can understand from just watching then :-)

[@cristinadiaz7581]

Gracias, eres muy amable. Me encanta lo que haces...lo copiare viendote aynque no entienda jajajajajaja

[@alinaelenastoica7033]

Ciao non serve tanto parlare ma se lavori do piu si capisce meglio scusami ma vorrei capire quelli che fai e molto bello ma devi monstrare non parlare scuzami nu era una critica grazie

[@kimmcspedden5970]

wonderful video, love your accent! thank you so much😊