Kumihimo Jewelry Simplified Review

Kumihimo Jewelry Simplified: Learn to Braid with a Kumihimo Disk – by Rebecca Ann Combs, released March 18, 2016 by Kalmbach Books. Kumihimo is the traditional Japanese technique of braiding. It is a centuries-old art form that today can be done with a kumihimo disk, a modern, compact braiding disk that lets you create braids with flexible cord or wire. Simply set up your fiber on the disk and then move it around the disk in a pattern forming a beautiful braid. The technique is simple and yields dozens of complex and intriguing patterns perfect for jewelry making. In her 128 page paperback experienced kumihimo instructor Rebecca shows you how to make 26 pieces of contemporary jewelry using the kumihimo braiding disk. She begins with a thorough introduction to kumihimo, followed by comprehensive instructions for 5 different braids. These 5 kumihimo braids serve as the starting point for the 26 sophisticated bracelet and necklace projects. Project instructions are meticulous and include a supply list and text, diagram and photograph instruction. The results are impressive. This is Ms Combs second book on kumihimo jewelry making, the first a best seller in it's category. Get your copy below!

CONTENTS

Introduction

Basics

Kumihimo Toolkit

Braiding Fibers and Other supplies

Kumihimo Math

Chapter 1:  Eight-Warp Basket Weave

Double-Take Necklace

In the Loop Bracelet

Rodeo Queen Bracelet

Pirouette Necklace

Chapter 2:  Eight-Warp Half-Round Braid

Charm Bracelet

Leather Wrap Bracelet

Harmony Necklace

Mythic Adventure Cuff

Chapter 3:  Eight-Warp Square Braid

Midnight's Treasure Necklace

Stretch Goal Bracelet

Crystal Morning Necklace

Bridge Bracelet

Chapter 4:  16-Warp Hollow Braid

Check Me Out Necklace & Bracelet

Silk Ribbon Lariat

My Garden Bracelet

The Ombraid Bracelet

Chapter 5:  16-Warp Trapezoid Braid

Ancient Geometry Necklace & Bracelet

Bling Bracelet

The Waterfall Necklace

Triple-Threat Bracelet

Chapter 6  Mixed Messages

On the Vine Necklace

Sampler Necklace

Sunset by the Lake Bracelet

Mighty Micro Braids Necklace

Appendix

Acknowledgments and About the Author

Chapter 2:  Charm Bracelet

Chapter 2:  Leather Wrap Bracelet

Chapter 5:  Triple-Threat Bracelet

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