Retired - Spiraling Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet

PROJECT B634
Designer: Julie Bean
Skill Level: Intermediate
This modern bracelet has a fetching swirl design which is accented by a unique swirl clasp. The technique used to make it is Beaded Kumihimo which is fantastic way to create intricate bead patterns and braids.
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.

Note: You will need to create some type of weight to use for this project. In the video, you will see I just used a binder clip and a dapping tool.
  1. This entire project is demonstrated in the video, How to Braid Beaded Kumihimo and Make a Bracelet.
  2. Following what you learned in the video, make the bracelet.
  3. Tip: If you are new to Kumihimo, you might want to try non-beaded Kumihimo first, although the beaded Kumihimo is not much more difficult, it can be easier to learn a new technique with fewer steps involved. Here is the video on How to Make a Simple 8-Warp Kumihimo Braid Bracelet.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: (scroll down for purchase options)
  • FCL-7490 - Silver Plated Glue-In Sliding Toggle Clasp Small 'Spiral' Fits 3mm Cord (1)
    Project uses 1 piece. You will need 1 package.

  • JSH-0037 - Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 55 'Opaque Turquoise' 8 Gram Tube
    Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

  • JSH-0134 - Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 928 'Rainbow Rosaline/Opaque Purple Lined' 8 Gram Tube
    Project uses 1 tube. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-4244 - BeadSmith Super-Lon Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Purple / 77 Yard Spool
    Project uses 120 inches. You will need 1 package.

  • XCR-4246 - BeadSmtih Super-Lon Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Turquoise / 77 Yard Spool
    Project uses 120 inches. 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-6095 - Beadsmith Lightweight Kumihimo Round Disc Disk For Japanese Braiding and Cording 35mm Hole
  • XTL-6103 - Beadsmith No Tangle Flexible Plastic Thread Bobbins For Kumihimo Or Macrame 1 7/8 Inch (8 Pack)
  • XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
Additional Information
Ingredients JSH-0037, JSH-0134, XCR-4244, XCR-4246, XTL-1054,

Purchase Components

Purchase the components needed to make this project. Change quantities as needed to make multiple pieces. This project is RETIRED. Please review project instructions carefully—some items may no longer be available for this project and will not be listed below. Tip: Save this project to your wishlist to easily return to project instructions.
Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 55 'Opaque Turquoise' 8 Gram Tube
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$2.09 / Package | SKU: JSH-0037
Toho Round Seed Beads 8/0 928 'Rainbow Rosaline/Opaque Purple Lined' 8 Gram Tube
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Tube.
$2.59 / Package | SKU: JSH-0134
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
Super-Lon, S-Lon, Cord - Size 18 Twisted Nylon - Turquoise / 77 Yard Spool
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Spool.
$4.15 / Package | SKU: XCR-4246
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
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Tools and Other Supplies:

/ Package | SKU: XTL-5700

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