Retired - Yuma Bracelet

Name: Retired - Yuma Bracelet
Brand: Beadaholique
SKU: B8066
Availability: OutOfStock

PROJECT B8066

Designer: Alexandra Smith

Skill Level: Intermediate

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Four shades of 1.5mm leather cord comprise this rustic kumihimo bracelet. The 8-warp braid is finished with TierraCast antiqued copper cord ends and a sunburst toggle clasp. A great design for both men and women!

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.

These instructions will make an 8 inch bracelet, designed to fit a 7 inch wrist (we recommend adding approximately an inch to your desired length to compensate for the wider girth of the bracelet). To modify the size, adjust the amount of leather cord used accordingly. You will also need thread or S-lon cord, as well as a toothpick, to complete this project.

Begin by watching our video: How to Make a Simple 8-Warp Kumihimo Braid Bracelet
Based on the technique shown in the video, cut four 2 foot lengths of each of the following colors of 1.5mm leather cord: chocolate, red, natural, and beach. Tie them together with an overhand knot at one end.
Wind your cords onto the bobbins as shown in the video.
Arrange the cords in your kumihimo disc in the following order: One strand of red to the left of the 32 dot at the top, one strand of natural on the right of the 32 dot. One strand of beach to the left of the 16 dot at the bottom, one strand of brown to the right. One strand of beach to the left of the the 24 dot, one strand of brown to the right. One strand of red to the left of the 8 dot, one strand of natural to the right. Attach your weight to the knot after you have positioned your cords.
Create an 8 inch kumihimo braid.
Next. watch our video on how to tie off and finish kumihimo braid ends. Based on the "bulking up" technique shown in the video, cut a piece of thread or S-lon cord and wrap it tightly around one end of your braid, and tie a square knot. Meaure 6.5 inches down the length of your braid and repeat this process to tie off the other side of your bracelet. Once both ends are secure, use scissors to trim the excess leather.
Using a toothpick or scrap of wire, apply a dab of E6000 glue into the well of one cord end. Then tuck one side of the braid into the cord end. Repeat this step on the opposite side of your bracelet. Allow the glue to dry for at least one hour.
Finally, use pliers to open a jump ring, and link the loop of one cord end onto one side of your toggle clasp. Close the jump ring. Repeat this step on the opposite side of your bracelet. All done!

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

CHY-1503 - Genuine Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, By the Yard, Chocolate
Project uses 4 feet. You will need 2 packages.

CHY-1505 - Genuine Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, By the Yard, Corida Red
Project uses 4 feet. You will need 2 packages.

CHY-1501 - Genuine Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, By the Yard, Natural
Project uses 4 feet. You will need 2 packages.

CHY-1508 - Genuine Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, By the Yard, Beach
Project uses 4 feet. You will need 2 packages.

FJR-01000 - Nunn Design Findings, 5mm 18 Gauge Open Jump Rings, 10 Pieces, Antiqued Copper
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FCR-4264 - Cord End, Roped Dome 16mm, Fits 8mm Cord, Antiqued Copper, 2 Pieces, By TierraCast
Project uses 2 pieces. You will need 1 package.

FCL-7044 - TierraCast Copper Plated Pewter Sunburst Toggle Clasp 17.5mm
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.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS:

XTL-6095 - Beadsmith Lightweight Kumihimo Round Disc Disk For Japanese Braiding and Cording 35mm Hole
XTL-6108 - No Tangle Flexible Plastic Thread Bobbins For Kumihimo Or Macrame 2 1/2 Inch (8 Pack)
XTL-6063 - Gator Weight For Kumihimo Braiding - 1.6 Ounces (1)
XTL-5700 - Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
XTL-0020 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
XTL-0023 - Baby Wubbers Quality Fine Bent Chain Nose Jeweller's Pliers
XTL-9920 - Beadaholique Bead Mat, 12.5x9.25 Inches, 1 Piece

Additional Information

Theme	Summer, Men's, Autumn
Ingredients	CHY-1503, CHY-1505, CHY-1501, CHY-1508, FJR-01000, FCR-4264, FCL-7044, XTL-1054,

Useful Techniques & Learning Guides

How to Open and Close a Jump Ring
Kumihimo 101: How to Kumihimo

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.

Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, Chocolate, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)

            Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, Chocolate, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)
        
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 1 Yard.

                $2.25
            
             / Package | SKU: CHY-1503

Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, Corida Red, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)

            Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, Corida Red, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)
        
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 1 Yard.

                $2.25
            
             / Package | SKU: CHY-1505

Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, Natural, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)

            Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, Natural, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)
        
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 1 Yard.

                $2.25
            
             / Package | SKU: CHY-1501

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Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, Beach, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)

            Leather Cord, Round 1.5mm, Beach, by Leather Cord USA (1 yard)
        
You will need 2 package(s).
1 package = 1 Yard.

                $2.25
            
             / Package | SKU: CHY-1508

Nunn Design Findings, 5mm 18 Gauge Open Jump Rings, Antiqued Copper (10 Pieces)

            Nunn Design Findings, 5mm 18 Gauge Open Jump Rings, Antiqued Copper (10 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 10 Pieces.

                $1.79
            
             / Package | SKU: FJR-01000

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TierraCast Cord Ends, Roped Dome 16mm, Fits 8mm Cord Antiqued Copper Plated (2 Pieces)

            TierraCast Cord Ends, Roped Dome 16mm, Fits 8mm Cord Antiqued Copper Plated (2 Pieces)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 2 Pieces.

                $5.89
            
             / Package | SKU: FCR-4264

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TierraCast Pewter Toggle Clasps, Sunburst 17.5mm, Copper Plated (1 Set)

            TierraCast Pewter Toggle Clasps, Sunburst 17.5mm, Copper Plated (1 Set)
        
You will need 1 package(s).
1 package = 1 Set.

                $3.69
            
             / Package | SKU: FCL-7044

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E6000 Industrial Strength Glue Adhesive (0.18 fl oz)

            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