How to make a kumihimo necklace using larger beads

[@margaritakastner9004]

WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? I have searched you tube for such a long time looking for different type of jewelry that I can make with my arthritis hands, came across kumihimo and find out that I was able to do it without too much pain so I got hooked to it. Looking today for a diffent flat design I came across your videos for the very first time, my lucky day. I love your designs and also your tutorials being so well explain in detail. So now you are in my BOOKMARKS. Thank you sooooo.much for sharing your talent. Greetings from Florida

[@Prumihimo]

Hi Margarita. I am so pleased to hear that you can do the kumihimo without too much pain. It is a great way to make jewellery. However, the movements are repetetive, so don't overdo it in one session.

[@rlsterud]

Another life-changing lesson in the amazing versatility of kumihimo!! What I mean is that I have all the things necessary for this technique but never thought about using them this way. Can you see the sparks fly from my brain? :-) You are such a good instructor!

[@Prumihimo]

I am so pleased I have been able to introduce you to something new. This was such a useful technique when I worked for Jewellery Maker because I would often be given beads which were unsuitable for working into a braid. This way I could always make a kumihimo necklace even with the biggest beads.

[@janweatherley3500]

It is so good to have a video which shows you how to incorporate real gemstones into a design. Thank you Pru.

[@Prumihimo]

All that exerience at JM has paid off!

[@cookiesmith8545]

Pru, I love your videos. Your teaching presentations are so amazing and soothing and very encouraging. Thanks again!

[@Prumihimo]

Thank you Cookie. Your feedback is always so useful, but I hope I am not too soothing. I want you to make jewellery, not fall asleep!

[@plug1461]

I absolutely love your videos you have taught me so much I can’t thank you enough, your an absolute star

[@lizroberts6257]

Bravo!!! Elegant connections have always been my sticking point. I imagine many applications of this attachment method. As well as larger beads, I'm thinking focal sections using: bead embroidery , soutache, filigree, glass buttons, etc., w. perhaps a backing to nestle an even larger loop in. As well, one could add 11 -0's to the wire for a finished look. See what you've started, Pru?!

[@sue7777]

Thanks for sharing another excellent idea on how to incorporate our kumihimo braids with other techniques to make beautiful pieces of jewelry.

[@isabellegarraud2749]

Just start working with the kumihimo technique .. Your videos are simply wonderful to learn :) Thank you so much, Pru :)

[@Prumihimo]

Isabelle Garraud - It is great to hear that you are enjoying my videos. Thank you.

[@christinegorton8476]

Thanks Pru. I have been stuck in a rut with my kumihimo recently, wanting to try something new but not quite sure what!Will most certainly try this, a great way to use my bead stash. Lovely clear, and easy to understand instructions too. Many thanks.

[@Prumihimo]

I am glad you found it clear and easy to understand. Using up beads from your stash is always very satisfying!

[@sheeragandolfo5952]

Just wanted to let you know that I bought your prumihimo disk in addition to my 2 round disks an 1 square disk. I love the different kinds of braids and looks it gives with beads. I also love the size just perfect for the size of my hands.

[@Prumihimo]

It is great to hear that the Prumihimo disk works well for you. I hope it will help you to take your kumihimo braiding to the next level.

[@kathleenguy3472]

Brilliant! What a lovely way to make a beautiful necklace.

[@ladydi366]

As usual an excellent video, thanks Pru

[@mariastellalopezcujino536]

thank you beautiful successes and blessings from Colombia 🇨🇴👏👏🙏

[@Prumihimo]

You are so welcome!

[@micheleredford5899]

Enjoyed watching that in the sun on hols, thanks Pru. Look forward to having a go when I return home 😁

[@Prumihimo]

I hope you had a good hol!

[@Prumihimo]

I hope you will enjoy my latest video and have fun making the necklace. Don't forget that you can find additional information and photos on my website, prumihimo.com/youtube-videos/video-big-bead-kumihimo/

[@wendypratt6837]

Prumihimo Thank you so much Pru! I have so many beads that I just could not work out how to use with Kumuhimo because they are too large and the holes are too small. Now I can go wild and use anything! Fabulous technique! I'm really looking forward to the next video.

[@Prumihimo]

It is so good to hear that this will be a useful technique for you and that you will be able to make use of beads from your stash. Thank you.

[@twilaklense5202]

I just bought some large hole pearls, I think they would look nice designed using this technique. Thank you :)

[@Prumihimo]

They sound perfect! You can have fun using different combinations of cord colour in the braid and this will bring out different qualities in the pearls.

[@marystoddard9138]

Great idea! It's one of things you say "why didn't I think of that"!

[@Prumihimo]

It is a great way to use big beads you may have previously not been able to use with kumihimo. Enjoy!

[@hazelhulme5650]

Thanks for your video I found it so helpful, I've been really stuck on what to do and your ideas are fantastic.

[@Prumihimo]

It makes it all worthwhile when I get comments like that!

[@katecommon4456]

A great, versatile method, Pru.

[@Prumihimo]

Thanks Kate. It is a really simple method, but I think it is a really useful one.

[@katecommon4456]

Definitely 👍🏻

[@surinamdesign7577]

Tq Pru , I had make so many and a bracelet too. Love your tutorials. Keep up with a good work.

[@Prumihimo]

Thank you, Surina. I will try!

[@vivcash2530]

Great video. I have made similar focal point necklaces but to avoid the beading thread loop showing I slip a large whole bead over the cords before putting on disc which works well other Slon cord. Also to hide join I make a wags wicone from wire and slip this on before setting onto disc. Viv, Stockport

[@Prumihimo]

Great suggestions Viv. I love my Wags Wicone too!

[@marystoddard9138]

Viv Cash would love to see yours!

[@karenatkinson5047]

A great tutorial Pru

[@lgkk87]

You are awesome, I love this & can't wait to try this!

[@Prumihimo]

I hope you will enjoy it.

[@oliviamcdaniel4210]

Love the video! Please tell me what crimp bead size and cover to purchase.

[@RamyElsaid-ur5ie]

So very nice to learn from your chanel and you thank you

[@SuperDenise128]

Very pretty. Did you forget to crimp that 2nd crimp? LOL. Love this. I was getting bored with just plain old kumihimo. Thank you.

[@Prumihimo]

I did forget!! I put a little message on the screen, but I don't think it shows up on all devices!

[@wendytitterton5004]

Brilliant!

[@migdaliajustiniano8581]

How much cord do you need to complete the necklace?

[@Prumihimo]

It depends on the length of the beaded part. Decide how long you need the sides to be and then multiply the finished length by 3 for each side.

[@OnedayDesigns]

Thank you so much Pru. Would it be possible for you to share specifically which beading wire you used?

[@Prumihimo]

I used a very cheap one made by Jewellery Maker, the sort of thing which is sometimes sold as tiger tail. Other brands are Beadalon jewellery wire which comes in different versions, such as 7 strand, 19 strand etc. Use whatever you have to hand and if you need to buy some just go for a cheaper one. The more strands the more expensive they are and for this you do not need an expensive one.

[@polymerclayinspired7248]

Just subscribed pru you're a star 👍🏻❤️💫

[@patdenning2239]

Hi Pru. Thank you for another great video. I was concerned that the wire would cut through the satin cord, so I added wire guards just in case.

[@Prumihimo]

I think that is a great idea because it would add an attractive detail to the join. Thank you for sharing your idea.

[@maggiecolusa]

Love it!!

[@Prumihimo]

Thanks Maggie.

[@sherralieberry-majeski5972]

I would have liked to see the entire;process.

[@avriljohnson9087]

Thank you so much for that. x

[@Prumihimo]

It is a lot of fun for me, so I am just happy that people want to watch!

[@Luzangelicaolguin]

You do a wonderful bracalets and necklaces, but we don't see them clearly because your camera is a little far away from the finished work 😏 It's what I see😪

[@Prumihimo]

AzuL PS - thanks for the constructive criticism. This was one of my earlier videos and in more recent videos I make sure I include close ups. For all of my videos there is a link below the video which takes you to a page on my website with photos and additional information.

[@KraftyKreator]

Hello, beginner braider, slightly less jewelry beader, here. I am a trifle confused on how to make both ends look the same from the video. I will admit maybe her braiding video says how to, so I'm going there next, but if anyone sees this and could answer me, I'd appreciate, thanks!

[@Prumihimo]

Try this video which is all about finishing off the ends, kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIDJaJ-NpK6UZ80