Free Kumihimo Mini Course

A mini course introducing Kumihimo - the Japanese art of braiding - with making your own braided bracelets / necklaces using a foam braiding disk.

Create Your Own Custom Braids

I'll explain what Kumihimo is, and tell you about the techniques and materials you'll need to get started. Try out this addictive braiding process and see if you'd like to explore further...

Learn how to create a simple round braid as the start of your braiding journey...

I'll show you step by step, with a combination of videos and information sheets all the key processes to get you making your first braid - and hopefully many more too!

Choose a pricing plan

Free Taster Class

£0

Course curriculum

1

Introduction
2

Getting to Know Your Braiding Kit
- What You'll Need...
- Notes - Kumihimo Toolkit
- Notes - Kumihimo Disks
- Notes - Braiding Threads
- Shops and Suppliers
3

Creating Your First Braid
- Getting Your Kit Ready
- Setting Up Your Disk - Video
- Notes - Kongo Gumi Braid
- Kongo Gumi Braid Process - VIdeo
- Notes - Beginners Bracelet Instructions
- Beginners Bracelet Project Video
- Beginners Bracelet Project - Securing the Ends Video
- What Have You Created
4

Button Detail Braided Bracelet
- What You'll Need
- Notes - Making Your Button Wrap Bracelet
- Button Bracelet Project Video
- Working With Bobbins - Video
- What Have You Created (Button Braid Section)
5

Taking Your Skills Further
- What Now?
- Practice Makes Perfect
- More Braiding