These instructions will give you a bracelet that is 6 1/2 inches. To make a longer bracelet you will need to purchase additional pip beads and add them onto the eight cords respectively. You will also need a piece of tape for this project.
- Please watch the video: How to Braid Beaded Kumihimo and Make a Bracelet.
- From what you learned in the video, set up your bobbins and disc.
- For this project you will be using only one color of cord and onto each of the eight cords you will add the pip beads in the following order. 6 blue, 6 helio, 6 blue, and 6 helio.
- When you have come to the end of the braid, finish it off as seen in the above video.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
- BCP-11274 - Czech Glass Pip Beads, Smooth Drops 7x5mm, 50 Pieces, Blue
Project uses 96 pieces. You will need 2 packages.
- BCP-11264 - Czech Glass Pip Beads, Smooth Drops 7x5mm, 50 Pieces, Helio Blue Crystal
Project uses 96 pieces. You will need 2 packages.
- XCR-4325 - BeadSmith Super-Lon Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Periwinkle Blue / 77 Yards
Project uses 1 spool. You will need 1 package.
- FCL-7490 - Silver Plated Glue-In Sliding Toggle Clasp Small 'Spiral' Fits 3mm Cord (1)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.
- XTL-1054 - E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)
Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.
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- XTL-6103 - Beadsmith No Tangle Flexible Plastic Thread Bobbins For Kumihimo Or Macrame 1 7/8 Inch (8 Pack)
- XTL-6062 - Kumi Weight With Gator Clip For Kumihimo Braiding - 3.1 Ounces (1)
- XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp