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Hello to all my fellow beaders & braiders! My name is Maggie Thompson and I LOVE to design and make kumihimo jewelry. I started out…
Category: Kumihimo Braiding
Kumihimo Braiding
The ancient Japanese art of kumihimo braiding has become one of the hottest new (old) techniques among beaders around the world. It is popping up in beaded jewelry designs using the newest beads and some very old braiding techniques. Some of the first examples of kumihimo braiding were made for soldiers who needed a way to secure saddles and gear to their horses, but these days, you’re more likely to see it with beads being used as handles for handbags, stunning necklaces made with gemstones, and fabulous beaded bracelets.
We have gathered together top tips, tricks, and tutorials for you here. We hope you will spend time with those who know kumihimo best! Visit the posts from the pros like Maggie Thompson and Jill Wiseman. Be sure to download the free ebook too!
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Editors’ Top 5 Bead Weaving Trends to Try Now
As we plan another year of products that we hope you’ll love, we’ve discovered several trends in the bead weaving world that we want to…
Kumihimo 101: 5 Easy Steps for Braiding Beads, and More Kumihimo Tips
Learning any new skill can be a challenge, and kumihimo is no exception. This ancient Japanese art of braiding produces some gorgeous beadwork — but…
Bead Woven and Beaded Kumihimo Projects to Love
This is the time of year when all I want to do in the evening is curl up in my jammies with a nice cup…
Learning Kumihimo the Hard Way: Lessons From a Beginner
Like many bead weaving techniques, kumihimo takes a bit of time and patience to learn. I, however, ignored that fact and decided to jump right…
Discover a New Kumihimo Technique: Peek-a-Boo Koo
In this new kumihimo technique, which I’ve playfully named Peek-a-Boo Koo, extra cords are hidden in the center of a kumihimo rope and brought out…
7 Kumihimo Tips and Tricks from Maggie Thompson
Hello to all my fellow kumihimo enthusiasts — both experienced and newbies! Over the past few years I’ve learned a few kumihimo tips and tricks…
Quick and Easy Kumihimo Braiding with Beads
Maggie Thompson has been beading for many years but only recently learned kumihimo. This technique combines the ancient Japanese art of braiding with beadweaving. Although…
Organize Your Bead Studio Like Kumihimo Expert Maggie Thompson
Maggie Thompson is a skilled kumihimo artist. She uses a variety of beads in her kumi designs, including traditional seed beads, sparkly crystals, unique lampwork…
Learn the Basics of Kumihimo with Beads with Our FREE eBook
Kumihimo, the ancient Japanese art of braiding, has wound its way into the hearts of beaders around the world. Beaded kumihimo is popping up in…
