Kumihimo Braid, An Easy Tutorial

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

I am so glad to hear that you are going to give this a try. I really believe that you will enjoy it and like what you create! It is so portable. I braid while watching TV. I have even used old string that I found in my junk drawer. It turned out to make a nice 16 inch necklace. It's unique and is now one of my favorites. Good Luck and have fun with it. There are a lot of ideas on the internet, too.

[@crankysister]

Great tutorial! It was clear and easy to follow. Plus the examples at the end were absolutely exquisite!

[@theawesomenoob2265]

Good comment

[@jeanniemartin999]

Beautiful and simple, thank you for sharing. I think this will be one to add to my project list.

[@mariansavige]

You are a really clear instructor! TY.

[@shaztomkins3361]

Miss Rosie, I just received my first braiding disk today, and this is the first tutorial I've watched! Apart from your adorable accent, you gave clear and encouraging instruction that is far better than what is provided with the disk!! Thank you so much. Your new fan, Shaz

[@Spiritdreamr]

Great video. Very easy to understand and I love the handy hint about leaving the three cords at the bottom so you know where you've stopped. Great job! Thanks!!

[@madelinebrownlee5787]

Excellent demo RubberStampRosie. You are a wonderful teacher! Thank you for the lesson.

[@DoveyGhost]

Здравствуйте! Спасибо вам больше за такое ясное и приятное видео! Благодаря вам заинтересовалась в этой теме и уже плету красивые браслеты ❤

[@kellietinsley4928]

Thank you so much, Rosie! I had written instructions and they just confused me so badly. Your explanation of right/left helped tremendously!

[@kyleylowe7411]

Thank you so much for your video. I just bought the Kumihimo Braiding disk, and your video was the first one I clicked on. Your instructions were clear and I could see everything you were doing very well. In a little over an hour I had my first bracelet made. Since I had such good results I am encouraged me to keep working with the KBD. Thank-you again for the great video.

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Hi! Thank you for this very nice comment! I am so glad this video helped you with kumihimo. The possibilities are endless. Thank you, enjoy!

[@yadayadayehayeha]

thanks for this helpful video and we can spread the love by making more friendship bracelets for our loved ones. And appreciating what a bracelet does as it symbolizes the meaning of bonding together. Cheers to all avid bracelets makers

[@KScootz26]

I've seen these things in the craft shop and could not for the life of me work out what you did with them. I will need to have a go at this soon.

[@kathleentalbot4649]

So simple, you made it clear. Such a beautiful braid from a simple technique. Thanks

[@bozlap]

Thank you so much for a super tutorial. Your explanation is very clear and well paced. Am going to try this craft.

[@caroleleppard6910]

Thank you this was a really useful tutorial can’t wait to give it a go!

[@GermanZimmerer]

Thanks bunches! I always thought it was difficult, but the way you explained it was easy to understand & made it a joy to learn. 🥰

[@natashafann1551]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! My daughter got something similar to this for Christmas and I have been trying to figure this darn thing out. U made it so so easy to understand. *hugs* Thank you again!

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

You are very welcome! So glad it was helpful.

[@sharonrust6660]

I just found you and can't wait to try this. You explained things so that I think I could even do this

[@darlenebingham6032]

Thank you so much! This was my first try and you were my first instructor :) Can't wait to learn how to do more.

[@graidan9]

This is the best demo / tutorial on kumihimo I've seen. I especially liked your hint for how to stop / pause. Thank you!

[@SofiaMinAhJonsson]

Thanks very much for a very good tutorial! I'm a beginner and tonight was my very first time I tried to bind on my newly bought Kumihimo (round) board.

[@susanjosleyn6134]

Thank you Rosie. You make it so easy and thank you for the stopping hint!!!

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Happy to help!

[@MegaChrissie61]

Saw another video on this & it looked realy complicated ... but now i understand how it's done as you make it look so simple . thank you .

[@AgdaFingers]

I bought a disc years ago, haven't really had a chance to use it - I probably will after watching your video!

[@phylliselias]

Thank you for such an instructive video - I have really enjoyed making my first braid watching your video.

[@jcrefasi1]

Thanks for the reply about the numbers. I may not even think about tackling more than 8 strands for a while, lol. I'm having so much fun using different color cords. Amazing how the number of colors and position of them on the loom make a difference.

[@dianemilligan7370]

You are a fabulous teacher - Thank You !!!

[@christinemedvetz4437]

I have been doing Kumihimo bracelets and keychains for a couple of year now, and I am starting to make money with it by having big orders. Currently I am doing an order of 50 bracelets for someone, and they are all different. I enjoy using the embroidery floss because it is monetarily more in my ballpark and also, I just like the look of it. I like the satin cord ones also but have not made many of them. Your video is great for helping first time braiders. Its nice to meet you :)

[@littleangel276]

this is the most simplest video made about this!! thank you!! going to try and make one someday

[@onesielucy]

Hi Rosie this video was really helpful. At my school we are trying to raise money for a trip that costs £200 and that's allot of money in dollars i wanted to sell bracelets and i searched bracelet making and this was really helpful i purchased a kumihimo disk and it is really easy and after we go i can make friendship bracelets for me and my friends .

[@KC-qh2vu]

I've been searching this for a bit to long lol, and this is literally the first tutorial that actually made any sense!! thank youuuuu

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Hi, so glad to hear this! Enjoy, it's very relaxing to work on.

[@bethzaidarivera7208]

This technique is beautiful and so easy to do that is unbelievable!!!!

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Yes. I would agree that this sound IS very soothing. Good luck with your braiding and selling. Wishing you the best!

[@B6east]

Wow, thank you Rosie, for making it so simple. I had purchased a disc a few months ago but kinda' intimidated to start, and wasn't sure what types of material I could use. Now I know I have some materials around the house I can use to get started, and know how much it takes. I can't wait to make something !

[@EGYPTQUILTS1]

Thanks for a great tutorisl, very clear. Had to research cause other videos confused me. Yours really worked great for me first time. I was so afraid. Now so excited. Another hobby I didn't need but I have all these beads and craft so a new way to use things I have. Again going to watch all your videos.

[@radhavishwanath4213]

Thank U Sooo Much Rosie! U working instruction is very good,& ur finished pieces are Sooo Pretty! Lovely! Keep me posted for new ideas. Bye!

[@violetwood9057]

Well Impressed, You have made this really easy to understand, and in great detail. On some that I have already seen yours is 200% Brilliant . Thank you so very much and So looking forward to seeing your other projects , as it states Show More. XX

[@Abbie7301]

Thank you for making this so easy to learn. Please show us more with different amounts of strands & or colors. AWESOME!!

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

SO Glad you tried it! Congratulations and hope you enjoy making more!

[@Anyesm]

Thanks, I looked at her videos and now trying it with beads. So many possibilities.

[@Neenas06]

Thank you Rosie sooooo much. You made this so easy that anyone can understand, and thanks for showing your beautiful pieces. You've raised my interest in kumihimo that looked at one time so boring.

[@maratbabe]

Thank you so much Rosie for this tutorial. I bought a couple of the different sizes of the looms but never really understood how to do this, Can't wait to try it. Great video

[@DTPIIXART]

Great video. This helped me a lot to get started. When I bought my kid I had put too many strings on it which had me so confused lol. At least now I can get a basic cord done before trying something else. Thank you for this video.

[@abnetty0]

Hi Thanks for the Demo I have just bought a Kumihimo bracelet kit I loved the idea of using crochet cotton as I have a large stash. Once again Thank you

[@the-nomad]

Justy got my kumihimo disks, both the round and square ones, looking forward to making some things with them. Thanks for the simple lesson, even I could follow this :)

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Glad to hear of your success. You are doing great with all of the bracelet and keychain orders. I like them as keychains too! Often, I make them in bright colors, so that I can find my keys in my purse! Continued good luck to you!

[@vidaholmes]

I LOVE YOUR WORK AN INSTRUCTION YOU MAKE IT SO EASY...THANKS

[@wildgurlzbk912]

thanx for showing me how to use this because i recieved a gift for my birthday yesterday that had this in it as a braiding wheel with instructions but i didn't get the instructions so this video really helped. THANX again

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Hi! So glad this was helpful to you! Enjoy!

[@jonieisenberg2794]

Everything is beautiful!

[@424Bobcat]

Excellent video, thank you. I just discovered this type of weaving and its so cool!

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Thanks, I hope you enjoy it!

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

I am really glad I could help demonstrate how to braid on the loom. It is very relaxing once you get going. I hope you enjoy this and am sure you will be happy with your braids!

[@deniseosborne62]

Thank you for the wonderful, easy to follow video.

[@josuniverse]

Thanks for posting this video, it inspired me to try kumihimo and now I'm totally addicted to it! :)

[@TheGabsterella]

I love trying different kinds of crafts, and this looks really fun and the results are pretty. I'll try it as soon as I can get a loom for it. Thanks for the tutorial! :)

[@cindylillard2938]

Thank you for sharing. Happy New Year and stay safe.

[@SimoneStyle]

Thank you soooo much!!! Love the music @ the end too!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Hi! Thanks for this kind comment and also for the correct pronunciation. I really appreciate it. I tried saying it as you explained and it does sound so much more authentic!

[@duceyque]

Thank you so much for this informative tutorial. I will be visiting Canyon Ranch soon, and wanted some prior knowledge of what the Kumihimo class would entail. Although you make it look so easy, I feel confident that I can make it through the class.

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Of course, you can! It's very relaxing...enjoy, and thank you for your kind comment.

[@55lindylou]

Just tried a braid following your lovely easy tutorial, thanks. Hugs

[@ScreeminMeeme]

Rosie....Great tutorial! Easily understood and clear instructions. You necklaces and pendants are lovely, too. Thanks much and I look forward to future videos from you. :)

[@riocalderone6903]

Thanks! You've made the basics very clear; lovely projects, too. :)

[@Anyesm]

I love your tutorial. It made it easy to try for the first time. I am very happy with the result. Ready to make the next one! Do you have more tutorials? I am hooked.

[@elinor1968]

I just bought one of these today and I think I will use my cardboard cards from my embroidery floss (cardboard that is a little wider on the top and the bottom and then two slits on the top to secure ends). Think it will work really well.

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Elinor Johansson Yes, this should work just fine!

[@vazquezcam2011]

Madame, you've just earned another subscriber, and let me tell you something: It's not actually true there's no Kumihimo instructors/teachers around. You made me your student. Looking forward to future videos and tutorials, I say good bye to you, your voice is so smooth and calming that it really conforts me.

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

vazquezcam2011 Thank You for the kind words and for subscribing!

[@BOHEMIANWAVE]

Agreed! This is a very well done tutorial--easy to understand, very clear and methodical! And your finished pieces are gorgeous! Beautiful beaded and wired pendants too! Thank You so much!! (by the way, correct pronunciation--rather than 'kumi-himo' is actually 'ku-mi-hi-mo' stronger emphasis on 'mi' and 'hi')

[@Kalonarose]

Beautiful work Rosie....thanks for sharing

[@hblollypopstar]

Thank you RubberStampRosie now I have more choices to do on my free time other than knitting, crochet, needlepoint, quilting, and latch-hooking.

[@rosewood24]

@RubberStampRosie Thank you for the info... very good!!! Can a 10 foot cord be made using the disk or would I need a marudai? Thank you!

[@rosemarvell463]

I found you're video very easy to follow thank yo so much

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Thank you!

[@alinda35]

Hi Rosie! thanks for this tutorial, it is very helpful for beginners like me! keep the good work and have a nice weekend. Linda

[@maggy1338]

Thank you so much for sharing this excellent, very clear tutorial!! :D

[@renzo623]

Hi Rosie. Love this! Can I do this with wire??

[@Littlegem856]

Great Tutorial can I ask what glue do you use to glue on the braid ends please !

[@thedemodonna]

Hello! Wow you are fast! In a nutshell for thin cord as in crochet threads I double the length that I want my finished piece to be and this gives enough extra length to finish the braid. With thicker cord as in satin cord or ribbon I found that eight strands of 50" long produced a 17" braid. Generally the thicker cords produce a shorter finished length than do the thinner cords.Hope this helps!

[@MiddleAgedPixie]

Thanks for sharing this! You've made some beautiful items! I'm going to have to find one of these & have a go as i have lost my motivation for my beaded jewelry! :)

[@lynn69jackson]

Thanks for making it easier to understand.

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Hi! I have not tried to use more than eight strings. If I want a thicker braid, I double up each of the eight strands, so I use 16 strands, but they are doubled to still use as the eight strand braid. I have even used triple and quadruple of very thin crochet thread, but again still in the eight strand pattern and with bobbins. I must look for these other videos and explore more as you are already doing. How interesting!

[@annempleasants]

Thank you. you have explained it so well.....now I will have a go...

[@55lindylou]

Great tutorial, and your samples are beautiful. Hugs

[@anyabacon161]

Thanks for the tutorial, Rosie!

[@craftygran101]

Thank you so much for this great tutorial, it was so easy to follow. Am just starting on working on Kumihimo so am very much working 'blind' so was thrilled to find your video. Can you tell me how I work out how long I need to make the cords to obtain the length of braiding I am aiming for? Like, how long do my cords need to be to make an 18 inch necklace and how do I work out the size of the endings that the ends of the braids go into? Many thanks

[@christinemedvetz4437]

Oh, also, I use the spools to keep my string from tangling when I do large orders of the same style, and my fiancee said that the sound of them 'banging' together is very soothing. I seem to always help him fall asleep when I do it before bed. :)

[@dawnk3610]

You left out an important piece of information for any beginners who might be watching. Would be nice to know how long you cut each cord.and what you do with them before putting on loom.

[@wolfiekersey]

Just watched this... Makes sense now! thank you so much.. will go and have another go.... now that I know how to do it properly.. !!

[@trot_on]

I loved this so much that I made a cardboard wheel and made 2 bracelets...thank you so much :)

[@JasperTinka]

You explain this so well! I love it!!!

[@MrTootsadeh]

What a great informative video! Thank you!

[@jcrefasi1]

I'm digging out all my crochet cotton that is too tiny to crochet with now that I have old eyes! Thanks very much for the examples! I bought several balls of the boutique yarns and never liked any thing I started with it. So much cord so little time lol!

[@iowan-ob8zz]

Do you make your own pendants and if so, do you have directions on KZbin. They are awesome.

[@friendlysausagedog4487]

I love this video! Thank you so much for your help

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Hi Linda! Thanks for your kind and encouraging words. I am still experimenting with Kumihimo braids.I hope you enjoy it!

[@joiebrasington3562]

Great! Wish there was tutorial on the hardware.

[@jackiejunque]

Terrific video. My question is how do you know how long to make your cords. I want to make a lanyard with 15" of cord on each side. How long should my cords be?

[@denise4646crn50]

you have done awesome work

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Thank You! I really hope you try this. It is fun and addicting. You can use anything that you already have around the house and use up odds and ends and create some really nice braids!

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Thanks! It is very relaxing to do and fun to try different fibers and different colors! Enjoy!

[@AnnieGultimateyaoiotaku]

Wow! Thank you so much for posting this! I was really confused by kumihimo before now, but now I understand it perfectly and can now go about doing it! You explained it simply, yet expertly! Your necklaces are beautiful by the way :) I was wondering, I make bracelets, you know as a hobby, and I don't have any of the fancy ends you have. Can you just plait the two ends and tie them together like when you make a regular friendship bracelet with embroidery thread? And would embroidery thread work in the kumihimo disk? Thanks for you help, if you answer :)

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Yes, embroidery thread would work!

[@YM-zn2ts]

Love your work! Is there a video on how to add the metal ends and what material and where to find it. If you are still creating please respond. And thank you in advance.

[@NanCanRead]

Thanks so much. I think my granddaughter and I will enjoy doing this together. I know I'll like it.

[@RubberstamprosieBlogspot]

Nancy Roessner Great idea! Your Granddaughter is lucky to have YOU!

[@Janjeffs0000]

Excellent tutorial you have a new sub 👏

[@Gama2snoopyandmunchi]

Can you please explain how you put the ring on please? Your demonstration was wonderful