Kumihimo Braided Chain Necklace - Gold & Silver

Kumihimo Braided Chain Necklace - Gold & Silver

Name: Kumihimo Braided Chain Necklace - Gold & Silver
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: N794
Availability: InStock

PROJECT N794

Designer: Julie Bean

Skill Level: Intermediate

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Elegant and sophisticated, this kumihimo necklace is actually braided with chain. Although the finished result looks complicated, the design is simple to create.

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.

There is no real difference to the Kumihimo braiding technique whether using chain or cord. The real difference is how you start and finish the braid.

To see how to make this necklace from start to finish, please watch the video: How to Make a Kumihimo Chain Necklace.
In the course of the video you will learn how to cut your chains to the appropriate lengths, tie their ends together with wire, create a simple 8-warp kumihimo braid, end your braids with wire, create wrapped wire loops, and finally how to finish off your design with lengths of single chains and a clasp.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)

CHA-99958 - 22K Gold Plated Slim Rolo Chain 2mm Bulk By The Foot
Project uses 8 feet. You will need 8 packages.

CHA-0500 - Silver Plated Bulk Chain, Round Rolo 2mm, Sold By The Foot
Project uses 8 feet. You will need 8 packages.

WCR-4598 - Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 24 Gauge Thick, 10 Yard Spool, Gold Color
Project uses 24 inches. You will need 1 package.

FCL-2529 - 22K Gold Plated Sleek Lobster Claw Clasps 9mm (10)
Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

FJR-5240 - 22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge (x100)
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-6095 - Beadsmith Lightweight Kumihimo Round Disc Disk For Japanese Braiding and Cording 35mm Hole
XTL-6063 - Gator Weight For Kumihimo Braiding - 1.6 Ounces (1)
XTL-5600 - Xuron Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers - Wire/Soft Flex
XTL-5032 - Beadsmith Wire Looping Pliers - Concave And Round Nose
XTL-5511 - Beadsmith Jeweller's Micro Pliers Chain Nose Flat Nose

Additional Information

Ingredients

CHA-99958, CHA-0500, WCR-4598, FJR-5240, FCL-2210,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

Kumihimo 101: How to Kumihimo

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.

22K Gold Plated Fine Rolo Chain, 2mm, by the Foot

            22K Gold Plated Fine Rolo Chain, 2mm, by the Foot
        
You will need 8 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.

                $2.59
            
             / Package | SKU: CHA-99958

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Silver Plated Rolo Chain, 2mm, by the Foot

            Silver Plated Rolo Chain, 2mm, by the Foot
        
You will need 8 package(s).
1 package = By the Foot.

                $2.59
            
             / Package | SKU: CHA-0500

Sold out

Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 24 Gauge Thick, Gold Color (10 Yard Spool)

            Artistic Wire, Silver Plated Craft Wire 24 Gauge Thick, Gold Color (10 Yard Spool)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.

                $6.99
            
             / Package | SKU: WCR-4598

22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge (100 pcs)

            22K Gold Plated Open Jump Rings 4mm 21 Gauge (100 pcs)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 100 Pieces.

                $3.39
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-5240

Lobster Clasps, Straight 10mm, 14K Gold-Filled (1 Piece)

            Lobster Clasps, Straight 10mm, 14K Gold-Filled (1 Piece)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Piece.

                $5.09
            
             / Package | SKU: FCL-2210