Rainbow 24 Warp Kumihimo Bracelet (Reboot)

PROJECT B2346
Designer: Kat Silvia
Skill Level: Intermediate
Reminiscent of a friendship bracelet, a rainbow of color is spun into a beautiful braid of kumihimo in this design.
Reboot: We have changed the clasp originally used in this design to a delicate silver-filled heart toggle clasp.
Instructions

Note: Components and tools listed within this INSTRUCTIONS box and the printer-friendly PDF, if available, may have been discontinued since this project was published. Refer to the PURCHASE COMPONENTS and TOOLS AND OTHER SUPPLIES sections for current availability.

You will also need a scrap of wire or a toothpick for this project.
  1. To learn how to make this bracelet, please watch our video: How To Make a 24 Warp Kumihimo Round Braid. In this video you will see where to place the cords, how to make the braid, and how to finish it off with a toggle clasp.
You will need 24 bobbins to complete this design.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • FCR-1607 - BeadSmith Cord Ends, Barrel with Ring 12mm, Fits 6.5mm Cord, 4 Pieces, Silver Plated
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FJR-5150 - Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (x100)
    Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

  • FCL-3050 - Silver Plated Flower Toggle Clasps 14mm (5 Sets)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-4245 - BeadSmith Super-Lon (S-Lon) Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Shanghai Red / 77 Yard Spool
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-4243 - BeadSmith Super-Lon (S-Lon) Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Orange / 77 Yard Spool
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-4614 - BeadSmith Super-Lon (S-Lon) Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Chartreuse (77 Yard Spool)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-4240 - BeadSmith Super-Lon (S-Lon) Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Green / 77 Yard Spool
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-4615 - BeadSmith Super-Lon (S-Lon) Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Blue (77 Yard Spool)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-4244 - BeadSmith Super-Lon (S-Lon) Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Purple / 77 Yard Spool
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • XTL-1054 - E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:
  • XTL-0381 - BeadSmith Double Density Kumihimo Disk, For Japanese Braiding and Cording 6 Inches, White
  • XTL-6108 - No Tangle Flexible Plastic Thread Bobbins For Kumihimo Or Macrame 2 1/2 Inch (8 Pack)
  • XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-0023 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
  • XTL-5614 - BeadSmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long, 1 Piece
  • XTL-6063 - Gator Weight For Kumihimo Braiding - 1.6 Ounces (1)
Additional Information
Theme Summer
Ingredients FCR-1607, FJR-5150, XCR-4245, XCR-4243, XCR-4614, XCR-4240, XCR-4615, XCR-4244, XTL-1054, FCL-327,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
The Beadsmith Cord Ends, Barrel with Ring 12mm, Fits 6.5mm Cord, Silver Plated (4 Pieces)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 4 Pieces.
$2.49 / Package | SKU: FCR-1607
Silver Plated Open Jump Rings 5mm 20 Gauge (100 pcs)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.
$3.39 / Package | SKU: FJR-5150
Super-Lon, S-Lon, Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Shanghai Red / 77 Yard Spool
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$4.94 / Package | SKU: XCR-4245
Super-Lon, S-Lon, Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Orange / 77 Yard Spool
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$5.09 / Package | SKU: XCR-4243
Super-Lon, S-Lon, Cord - Size #18 Twisted Nylon - Chartreuse (77 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Bobbin.
$5.49 / Package | SKU: XCR-4614
Super-Lon, S-Lon, Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Green / 77 Yard Spool
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$4.27 / Package | SKU: XCR-4240
Super-Lon, S-Lon, Cord - Size #18 Twisted Nylon - Blue (77 Yards)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Bobbin.
$5.19 / Package | SKU: XCR-4615
Super-Lon, S-Lon, Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Purple / 77 Yard Spool
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$5.09 / Package | SKU: XCR-4244
E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.
$2.19 / Package | SKU: XTL-1054
Toggle Clasp, Heart Shaped 14mm, Silver Filled (1 Set)
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = Each.
$6.09 / Package | SKU: FCL-327
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Tools and Other Supplies:

The Beadsmith Tools, Thread Snips 4.25 Inches Long (1 Piece)
Gator Weight For Kumihimo Braiding - 1.6 Ounces (1 pcs)
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
$32.99 / Package | SKU: XTL-0020

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