Instructions for Making the Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet Kit

[@mimi2009th]

Thank you Julie. You are an excellent instructor. I've have been wanting to make a project for years. You teach in a way that has made me confident that I can do many different gifts for loved ones. Thank you. Please continue teaching!

[@MarySmith-he2rf]

I love listening and learning along with you ladies. I have just become one of your newest Crafters and you make everything fun and easy to learn. I can't wait until the next video where you all teach me something new. You all have become my new guilty pleasure!

[@soucky1]

Excellent tut. for the Kumihimo Braiding Julie,very easy to follow & great Kits to buy! Tx. to share & Happy Holliday Julie.

[@dayadaridevendra8336]

Excellent teacher Bless you Julie. Today I learned how to insert the bead.

[@beadaholique]

Angelique Woodson You can get Kumihimo cord ends on Beadaholique.com's website. Here's a link: www.beadaholique.com/c-60299-cord-ends.aspx?KZbin&

[@dday2086]

Okay that clasp is cool... I feel now like I "only" weave paracord and have now seen a whole new level of weave craft....

[@kdtarabell]

Wow great instructions so clear and percise very easy to follow. Thanks Now to buy the disk etc you make it look easy

[@beadaholique]

Thanks! Here's the disk we used in the video, we've got a sale on tools going on right now: beadaholique.com/products/kumihimo-round-mini-disc-disk-for-japanese-braiding-and-cording

[@dayadaridevendra8336]

You are a good teacher🙏🙏

[@beadaholique]

@Nancy Ellis - The cord is Super-Lon Cord. You can find it here: www.beadaholique.com/c-63715-super-lon-cord.aspx?KZbin& You can get the supplies featured in our videos on Beadaholique.com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

[@isabelgallo7314]

BEAUTIFUL! I ALREADY MADE A SINGLE KUMIHIMO CORD, IT WAS VERY EASY TO DO. NOW I WILL MAKE A BEADED KUMIHIMO. I LOVED AND I THINK YOU CAN USE IN ALL OCCASIONS. THANKS VERY MUCH!

[@suzannefarhart9044]

Sue Farhart I have just started making bracelets and wanted to say your video was great. for my weight I use a heavy fishing lure with a paper clip hooked on it.

[@Woodspiritsoul]

the tip at 19:19 makes more sense than the scotch tape tip! Great tutorial thank you. Actually I just ordered one kit but I plan to create more than one such bracelet for Christmas presents.

[@courtneymessina1708]

Great tutorial! Easy to follow! Thought it was going to be overwhelming but relieved to find it is not!

[@BiednyMisiu]

I love this channel! Your tutorial are really good and above all you have such a lovely accent... I just started with kumihimo, so far I made only braided necklace and bracelet, without any beads, but I'm already excited about making some with beads as they look so great.

[@JewelrybyJeanette]

Very comprehensive and easy to follow. Thank you!

[@beadaholique]

Glad you like it! We've got a lot videos on kumihimo if you'd like to see more designs: kzbin.info/aero/PLdGWVJ-tb1bHGMZuegvUqiksO7yV7p86O

[@JewelrybyJeanette]

@@beadaholique Thanks so much!

[@beadaholique]

@taylor jackson- Yes, you can make it without a spiral, just put the beads on in a random order.

[@cathymilson4386]

This is Beautiful! You are so creative! I love how you figured out to neatly make a loop and button closure kumi bracelet. Would this same technique work with a round braid? If so, would you please consider doing a tutorial on this? Thanks so much for sharing your creativity with all of us!

[@Glenn917]

Great instruction video for beginners - very clear, very thorough. Wish I'd seen it before I recently did my first beaded Kumihimo project where I didn't know, and the instructions weren't clear, to tuck the bead under the cord. (After completing an entire necklace and it didn't look at all like the picture, I then found out about tucking the bead under. Redid the necklace and it came out great.)

[@dayadaridevendra8336]

I am from SriLanka thank you

[@karencole6670]

For those of you having trouble with the tape method. Instead take an extra bead & tie it in a simple knot at the end. Not extremely tight so you can undo it or just snip it off when done. This will prevent the sliding beads from falling off. Works great!

[@trishpoppins5148]

Great video thank you for sharing ❤️

[@beadaholique]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it!

[@beadaholique]

@Dennis Siple - Yes you can buy the Spiral Toggle Clasps separately on our website.

[@Msmokey60]

I decided to try this beautiful bracelet and with your help and guidance. ( after looking at it almost ten times before I tried it. It came out great. Thank you for the ( left right left)💕method. I have subscribed to your channel.

[@beadaholique]

Oh wonderful, I'm glad you tried it and I'm so glad it turned out great! Thanks for the sub!

[@beadaholique]

Mary Kaye Waterson That is S-Lon nylon cord, which can be found on our website. www.beadaholique.com/c-63715-super-lon-cord.aspx?KZbin&

[@marykayewaterson6771]

Thanks!

[@mhicaandirishtv4740]

Beadaholique

[@misstaja1976]

Great job I really like the way you put it together

[@marieazrak1951]

Pretty BTW my braclet is coming up

[@wilmabrooks7537]

Thank you for a step by step ladder bracelet I made one and it is beautiful

[@Elamia89]

Thank you sooo much! I have tried and tried and tried, but never got the beads to sit right. You explained it very well! :D

[@marinamorales5049]

Hermosas pulseras ❤🌷

[@MsRubys3]

Great video, it is so very helpful, thank you.

[@margaretadeyadey5100]

Robin Ruby

[@kathytrombetta3438]

Thanks for your response. I made a weight. I took a picture of my bracelet, and just looking at that I can't see any threads, so i am probably ok but I will keep an eye on any slack in my threads.

[@cathijohnson5867]

finally someone that has explained every single step of the way for kumihimo! thank you thank you thank you. except how do you know when you need to start adding your beads. I mean does it matter what color you add first?

[@beadaholique]

+cathi johnson In a project like the one depicted in the video, it does not matter which color you start with. You determine your pattern based on how you load the beads onto the warps before you do any of the braiding, so once you are to the point of braiding, you will not need to think about the pattern or where to start because it will just naturally manifest. I always recommend braiding at least an inch without beads to start, just so you have enough room to add your clasp later. I hope this helps.

[@Dennissiple]

I would think that the tape might let loose from the braid and come out of the spiral clasp (do you sell that clasp separately?). I'd rather wrap thread around the braid - or whipping it - then cutting and gluing. I think the glue would stick to the thread better than the tape.

[@beccity98]

+Dennis Siple Right? I had this same question. Won't the tape eventually slip off? Maybe if you soaked the naked cord in glue, rolled it to make it small, then put it in the glue-filled hole? Or use the toothpick to shove it in there?

[@kititicha]

Whit that kind of cord you can use a lighter to seal the ends and then put the glue and the clasp without the tape.

[@annadion4134]

Beautiful bracelet that seems to be fairly simple to do, but I have a couple of questions. Can you do a spiral bracelet with more than 8 warp cords?I’m curious about the cord, too. Can the cord be used to bead on a loom or to do peyote beading? Thank you for these great videos for learning new techniques.

[@beadaholique]

Although we do not have a tutorial on it, you could make a spiral bracelet with more than 8 warps. The cord we are using can also be used for bead looming and bead weaving, just make sure that the beads you are using can accommodate the cord, which is 0.5mm thick. Thanks for watching!

[@katarinaahl3547]

Camera with Hd-quality, great :D

[@JewelrybyJeanette]

If you separate the cords and slide them into the notches before you add the beads, the cords won't get tangled together. :)

[@beadaholique]

That's a really good tip. I'm a little afraid to check and see how many years we kept doing it the way we do it in this old video because it really is much simpler to notch the cords first.

[@JewelrybyJeanette]

Haha! Well, this video and your instructions are still very relevant and helpful, after all these years! I tried making one today, and it turned out really well. I'm finishing mine a little differently, but your directions were excellent! Thank you so much!

[@dsghali]

Very beautiful

[@sheriemcclelland8014]

hi i love your videos..for a weight i am using a full bottle of nail polish attached to a clip and the end of the kumihimo braid..just enough and because of the width of the polish bottle things dont get tangled

[@beadaholique]

Belen Selgado You can use the Closed Caption option underneath this video and click the Translate Captions option to see the CC in spanish.

[@marieazrak1951]

How do you know when you have a certain number of inches of rain before you start with the beads

[@starrspoter]

while its hanging there before u take it apart can u put it around the wrist to make sure it fits?

[@beadaholique]

Absolutely, we do that while we're designing these bracelets

[@sandras.3560]

I just bought this kit and made the bracelet. Its lovely! But although I made the last steps like showed in this video the clasp doesnt stick on the ends. I wonder if it may be that the tape is glued into the clasp but the connection between tape and yarn isnt fixed. What can I do now?

[@beadaholique]

It is possible the glue may not have had enough time to cure properly before wearing. I apologize that it is not mentioned in the video, but when using E6000, we recommend letting the piece dry at least 24 hours, and up to 72 hours if you are in humid climate. Thanks for watching.

[@VioletSkye19]

Hi Girls, just wondering, i don’t want to buy a kit and have to follow a design and colors put in one, I’d like to choose my own colors, so if I bought the disc, which I assume comes with the instruction book your showing, and then my own beads and cotton (I’ve already got bobbins and a weight) then would I be able to follow this design along with this video ok ? I’m thinking yes, but I’d rather check than feel like an idiot because I didn’t ! Doing an order atm so a reply in the next day or so would be awesome 🙏😍👍

[@beadaholique]

Yes of course! You can always email us at [e-mail] for a copy of the instructions.

[@VioletSkye19]

Beadaholique thanks so much 👍🙂

[@alexsinooo]

Thank you wasn't sure weather it was the 6.2 mm or the 3.2mm clasp but i guess the 6.2mm is for a bigger bracelet.

[@RowAndRest]

Does this work with larger beads?

[@beadaholique]

You can definitely use larger beads too, just note that your round will become thicker if you do.

[@RowAndRest]

@@beadaholique 6/0 beads with 25 to 30 per strand is my next project. You use 8/0 beads?

[@daecken]

Thank you so much for clarifying for me.

[@petrasalazar2725]

Que linda bendiciones❤

[@2Beema]

I would like you to mention what size beads to go buy and a better glue in end cap. This one opens a lot and it's very hard to find 3mm glue in end caps. Otherwise I'm enjoying my kits.

[@beadaholique]

The beads used in the kits are Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0. You can find them here: www.beadaholique.com/catalogsearch/result/?type=simple&q=Toho+Round+Seed+Beads+8%2F0 You could use these toggle clasps as an alternate: www.beadaholique.com/silver-plated-large-glue-in-toggle-clasp-fits-3mm-cord-2-sets.html www.beadaholique.com/22k-gold-plated-large-glue-in-toggle-clasp-fits-3mm-cord-1-set.html

[@starrspoter]

are all your kits made for tiny people?like in one of the other vids the braclet i made with the kit was for like a child.but didnt come with others.i also have some loom ones i have to finish oh.would love some more kits soon

[@beadaholique]

Our kumi kits vary a bit depending on the design, but following the measurements in the written instructions should produce a 6.5 to 7 inch bracelet generally. That's a common adult bracelet size so that's what we design for. We generally include enough beads to add another half inch or more beyond the measurements in the instructions. If it looks like you kit was short beads let our customer service team know and they'll be happy to help: [e-mail]

[@nakishkah]

Is the tape used to bulk up the cord to fit the end cap? Aren't you concerned that the braid will come free of the tape after it's glued in? I've just completed one of these bracelets and am ready to attach the clasps so I really am curious as to the most secure method of attachment.

[@beadaholique]

If you add enough glue so that the exposed ends are covered in the glue, then your bond should be secure. Be fairly generous with your glue to make sure you to get some of the actual tails in the glue in addition to just the tape. I hope this helps!

[@nakishkah]

That helps a lot. Thank you!

[@my_moneypit]

I am having trouble with the tape staying adhered to the bobbin. I keep losing my beads!!! I tried masking tape and sticking the cord through the hole in the bobbin and taping it to the outside as well as to the inside. I think the bobbins are too waxy or something. Any other tips to keep the cord from slipping out? Even with the beads tucked inside the bobbin I am still having trouble with the bobbin getting too long.

[@beadaholique]

Tape is really my best trick, maybe try a little packaging tape? Other then that, you could try cutting longer lengths of cord and seeing if having a greater amount of cord wound around the interior of the bobbin helps. A lot of people like to kumihimo with satin rattail and thicker cords, which do not present the problem of slipping so much, it is because we are using such a thin cord and the beads are heavy that the bobbin slips a little.

[@kathytrombetta3438]

I received my kit yesterday and just pulled my first kumihimo bracelet off the wheel. My question is about tension. I can see the thread between the beads, but in your video it look like on a very small amount of thread is visible, if any. Is there a way to get my beads closer together in the final bracelet?

[@beadaholique]

Up close, you can see some threads between my beads but if you feel like you are seeing more then what should be there, it is probably just that your threads are a little loose. To keep them tighter as you braid, make sure that there is not a lot of slack between the number slot in the disk (like the 32 slot, 16 slot, etc.) and your braiding feed down through the middle hole. If there is a lot of wiggle room, you might end up with a braid that is looser and then you will see more threads. Did you make a kumihimo weight for yourself or do you have a premade one? This might also help with your tension.

[@conniealford1020]

Thank you. Very instructive and easy to follow. ✌️💜💐💦

[@beadaholique]

You are very welcome! Happy beading!

[@sethridawalker8502]

Where do you get your beads and supplies from?

[@daisy-doo2909]

Hi, we love your video! What size beads do you use for these bracelets? x

[@beadaholique]

Daisy-Doo The spiral bracelets use size 8/0 seed beads and the non spiraled ones use size 6/0.

[@marilyc2376]

hello, I am new at this and I'm wondering if it is possible to add a charm to this bracelet with this type of end clasp. Great tutorial, Thanks!

[@OfficiallyKateandFree]

If I want to add a charm to a bracelet, I use the round toggle clasp (it's widely available in most places). I add two small jump rings on either side of the toggles, and add my charm to the closed circle side of the toggle.. I hope that is explained well enough for you!

[@marilyc2376]

@@OfficiallyKateandFree thanks

[@cathymilson4386]

Thanks so much for your wonderful videos! My bracelets using 8/0 beads turn out great. When I use the bigger 6/0 bead I find that the braid wants to go in a spiral and it doesn't look round like. Do you have any suggestions as to what I may be doing wrong? I am using the supplies that I bought from Beaholique. Thanks!

[@beadaholique]

+Cathy Milson Hmmm... that is very curious. I think the spiraling might have to do with your thread tension and this could be because the 6/0's create larger gaps between beads. My only suggestion would be to keep practicing but if you have used 8/0's and the bracelets turn out well, I think you have the hang of it. It sounds strange, but maybe try a little looser tension and see what happens?

[@beccity98]

+Cathy Milson You might need to use a larger diameter cord. I was looking into how to use smaller beads, and found this website, and the blogger has experimented with many different sizes of beads and cords, and has the best cord for each size. topcenter.typepad.com/blog/2014/09/matching-cord-and-beads.html (Supposedly. I haven't tried this technique yet at all, so I don't know how accurate her experiment is.)

[@mrsbulabo5959]

please can you please tell me what the name of thread you use, I tried to make it but it not become like your bracelet because of the thread I use

[@starrspoter]

u make it look so easy getting the beads on the needle lol

[@beadaholique]

It's still tricky now and then even with a lot of practice. We've made hundreds of these video and we still have to cut the recording and thread a needle off camera now and then so folks don't end up staring at several minutes of frustrated threading attempts.

[@joannedionm8701]

Love your video I would like to know where can you get the kit can I get it at Michaels

[@beadaholique]

These kits are Exclusive Beadaholique Jewelry Kits. It's only available at www.beadaholique.com/yt You can buy them here: www.beadaholique.com/c-65845-bracelet-kits.aspx?KZbin&

[@lindapastrana7049]

I have a really hard time matching cord size with bead size..do you have a chart to indicate which sizes match together ?

[@beadaholique]

Linda Pastrana There are so many different beads that we don't have a chart made up for all of them. What we do try to do is list the hole size in the product listings. Here is an example: www.beadaholique.com/p-57569-czech-glass-matubo-70-seed-beads-75-gram-tube-jet-hematite.aspx?KZbin& If you scroll down to the details it lists the hole size as 1.5mm. I hope this helps.

[@beccity98]

+Linda Pastrana Try this blog. (Not mine, I had the same question and googled it) topcenter.typepad.com/blog/2014/09/matching-cord-and-beads.html

[@loleshernandeztalavera7426]

no se si me entiendes ,pero están preciosas,tienes buenas ideas ,te felicitó

[@Kittehz1]

I seem to sometimes end up with spaces in my bracelets where the string shows, sometimes it happens, sometimes not! Could it be my tension? Or possibly irregularly shaped beads??

[@beadaholique]

It's most likely the tension. Make sure the braid sits taught at the disk and there is no slack beneath the disk. Sometimes just giving it a little adjustment as you work can help.

[@LifeofAgnes75]

what size of the beads did you use? is it 6mm or 8mm?

[@beadaholique]

They are 8/0 round Toho seed beads, available here: www.beadaholique.com/catalogsearch/result/?ca_brand=9751&no_cache=true&q=toho+8%2F0&size=11704&type=all Thanks for watching!

[@LifeofAgnes75]

Beadaholique ok thank you 😊

[@alexsinooo]

What is the cord that you used and does it matter what colour they are?

[@beadaholique]

Alex Sinacola The cord is called Super-Lon. We sell a lot of colors. You can find the cord here: www.beadaholique.com/c-65361-super-lon-size-18.aspx?KZbin&

[@Gama2snoopyandmunchi]

Hi Julie. I have a question. Can you do a bracelet with more than two colors?

[@xSamanthaxLoverx]

Where can I get the clasp for the kumihimo bracelet

[@Janethedream]

Can I use beadalon instead of the cord?

[@daecken]

Hi there, I am just starting out with Kumihimo. I pretty much understand everything except when you mention measuring 48 inches and then 3 x 21 inches can you please clarify thanks

[@beadaholique]

Sorry for the consfusion. I like to be extra cautious when cutting my lengths of cord for a kumihimo braid so I cut each length to 48". So 8 lengths of cord, 48 inches each. I think the 21 came into play because I was mentioning that usually when doing non-beaded Kumihimo the formula for how much cord to cut is 3" of cord for every 1 inch of finished bracelet you want. So if you want a 7 inch bracelet you would times 7 by 3 and end up needing to use 21 inches of cord per length. But because it is beaded kumihimo you would need more cord and then you also need to allow for extra cord to knot at the beginning and extra cord at the end so I suggested using 48 inches per length.

[@starrspoter]

and cord will work?and only small seed beads?

[@beadaholique]

Yes a lot of different kinds of cord will work, and small seed beads look wonderful with kumi. Here's the size 18 s-lon cord we like to use: beadaholique.com/collections/s-lon?_=pf&pf_t_size=0-Size%3ASize%2018

[@marthesebarbara6740]

Please may you tell me the price of the kumihimo kit? I find this craft is exciting.

[@beadaholique]

The prices range between $10.99 USD and $14.99 USD. Links to the kits are available in the video description. Thanks so much for watching!

[@joannedionm8701]

I made 6 bracelet thank you for your video my bracelet came out perfect is there a video of making earrings please let me know thank you

[@beadaholique]

JoAnne Dion M Yay! I am so glad you liked the video. We will add your earring video request to our request board.

[@joannedionm8701]

Thank you so much I really enjoyed making the bracelets I'm also looking forward to make some earrings. Thank you again

[@caso1221]

PLEASE The bobbins yu use hat size are so i can buy the same.. thanks for the great titorial

[@beadaholique]

The bobbins are 2 1/2 Inch. You can find them here: www.beadaholique.com/p-42299-no-tangle-flexible-plastic-thread-bobbins-for-kumihimo-or-macrame-2-12-inch-8-pack.aspx?KZbin&

[@caso1221]

t hanks!

[@bythejerseyshore]

i see you have 2 sizes of clasps, which one is in the video?

[@beadaholique]

Hi! Here is a link to the finding the comes in the kit: www.beadaholique.com/nsearch.aspx?keywords=FCL-7490&x=0&y=0&ShowPics=1, it is the 3.2mm one.

[@kncrafts]

The cord that you use is it the size 18 Super Lon?

[@beadaholique]

Karen Nicolato Yes, size 18 S-lon

[@melissalaformelon]

I want to buy this kit. Do the bobbins come with it? How do I order it?

[@beadaholique]

Yes a set of 8 bobbins come with this kit. You can order them here: www.beadaholique.com/c-65845-bracelet-kits.aspx?KZbin& You can get the supplies featured in our videos on Beadaholique.com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

[@melissalaformelon]

Thanks so much!!

[@dennielstewart8294]

What size is the cord? Is it the #18 on the beadaholique site?

[@beadaholique]

Denniel Stewart Yes it's the #18 Super-Lon www.beadaholique.com/p-34608-beadsmith-super-lon-cord-size-18-twisted-nylon-medium-purple-77-yard-spool.aspx?KZbin&

[@alexsinooo]

What is the size of the silver spiral clasp used?

[@beadaholique]

Alex Sinacola You can find it here: www.beadaholique.com/p-38283-silver-plated-glue-in-sliding-toggle-clasp-small-spiral-fits-32mm-cord-1.aspx?KZbin&

[@Ynnastra]

How long for E6000 to dry? The answers I find online are from random sources and are not about Kumihimo bracelets in particular. I've been unable to use the glue. I admit I am a bit impatient Lol Help me!

[@beadaholique]

+Yohannys Gutierrez Hi, in my personal experience, E6000 will dry to a working state (meaning you can handle it) within an hour or two. I like to let it dry overnight before wearing anything that I create with it.

[@Ynnastra]

Oh okay, got it. Thank you!!!

[@nancyellis41]

What is the name of the cord you are using in the video?

[@mzjazz5737]

if you dont want spiral how do you set your your disk.....thanks

[@beadaholique]

+Mz Jazz You will always keep your disk alignment the same in terms of the numbers that the strands go into, it is the placement of the beads on the strands that affects the resulting pattern. If you just want random, then you can place your beads on whatever strand you want or you can mix your beads up and put a mixture on each strand.

[@mzjazz5737]

Thank you

[@marykayewaterson6771]

What size is the cord?

[@beccity98]

Won't the tape slip off eventually? Why not just use the naked braided cord?

[@beadaholique]

+beccity98 The tape helps to secure the cord so you can then insert the end into the finding. If you use enough glue and it reaches the exposed cord (where you cut through the tape) then your bracelet will be secure. If you just used the naked braided cord, it would all unravel before you could push it into the finding.

[@paresimaki2439]

Thanks;)

[@paresimaki2439]

Hi! I´m writing you from Pamplona, Spain:) I´ve got a question: How many beads I need to put in each bobbin?

[@beadaholique]

The number of seed beads needed per bobbin will depend on how long you want your bracelet to be. I would start with 60 on each bobbin and then you can always add more as needed.

[@lorrainebrooks6934]

Can you go clockwise instead of counter clockwise?

[@beadaholique]

Yes, I would imagine that you can. I have not attempted it but I don't see why you couldn't if you follow all the other steps exactly. Please let me know if you try it and it doesn't work.

[@misstaja1976]

Hi what size cord do you use

[@beadaholique]

We use Super Lon cord size 18. You can find our S-Lon cord selection in the following link: www.beadaholique.com/jewelry-making-supplies/beading-cord-ribbon/super-lon-cord Thanks for watching!

[@bbylps73tg]

What type of cord do you use?

[@beadaholique]

These kits use size 18 S-Lon cord. You can find it here: www.beadaholique.com/jewelry-making-supplies/beading-cord-ribbon/super-lon-cord

[@marieazrak1951]

Can you use a hot glue gun at the end to put the toggle on the bracelet

[@barbaracrawford3712]

i use fishing weights, work well.

[@ΝτιναΒεη-ρ2φ]

πολυ ωραια τα εργα σας.αλλα που μπορω να αγορασω αυτα τα καρουλια κ τον δισκο .

[@marilynbranch3929]

Catherine Kezeli

[@BD-kr1wu]

which kit is that so I can try to get the same one. Thanks!

[@beadaholique]

Here's the kit Julie makes in the video: www.beadaholique.com/spiral-beaded-kumihimo-bracelet-pink-purp-exclusive-beadaholique-jewelry-kit.html

[@BD-kr1wu]

so each one in the video is in itself a different kit right?

[@beadaholique]

That's right. We've included links to all the different kits at the bottom of the video description here on KZbin.

[@marieazrak1951]

Can you do kumohimo earrings to

[@natural4lifemiss]

Question?Why leave the tape on?Yes I know you glued it but in my experience when the clasps breaks its normally just the end you glued in that comes out because of the tape!So really just confused as to why leave it on?

[@beadaholique]

With this style of clasp we just found it a pain to get the braid into the hole without the tape in place. With enough E6000 it will wick into the braid through the top and give a good hold. We've still got these bracelets in the design space 3 years later and they've put up with light wear and a bunch of different photography sessions quite nicely. Taking the tape off isn't a bad idea if you have a good touch for getting the braid into tight spaces, we just haven't found it necessary with this combination of findings and glue.

[@natural4lifemiss]

Thanks i wont be doing the tape then.

[@belenselgado228]

porque no hay estos tutoriales en español

[@rahmahammami2595]

please what is the size of the seed beads ??

[@beadaholique]

+Rahma Hammami These kumi bracelet kits are all using 6/0 seed beads. Here's a link to our full selection www.beadaholique.com/c-60267-6-0-czech-seed-beads.aspx

[@patgal6571]

Quisiera saber si tu no me puedes mandar a Cancún México y cuanto cuesta !

[@taylorjackson2706]

Can you make one non-spiral

[@beadaholique]

Yes, you can make it without a spiral, just put the beads on in a random order.

[@dawnlags6841]

i tried to use the cords and they keep getting tired up. SO frustrating

[@beadaholique]

+Dawn Lagana Hi, that is frustrating. Are you using bobbins? It could be that your cords are too long hanging out of the bobbins. I would suggest trying to keep the length of cord from the bobbin to the side of the disk to around 4 inches. Hopefully this will help.

[@marieazrak1951]

You should use the magic word like alehamora

[@SilentNoMore64]

I must be doing something wrong. I finally got my bracelet to look perfect, except I only use 40 beads for each string. I was surprised to see you used 50. mine fits just right.

[@beadaholique]

So glad to hear you completed your kit. Sounds like fewer beads were better for you.

[@SilentNoMore64]

Beadaholique Yes. now that I think of it, I used a different clasp than the on in the kit. I am amazed at how easy this was to make after learning to keep the beads tucked under. As usual, Beadaholic tutorials and supplies are the very best. Thanks agsin! : )