Download or read book Kumihimo Jewelry Simplified written by Rebecca Ann Combs and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2016-04-18 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the second Kumihimo book by Rebecca Combs. This book will focus more on the beginner and shares some of the most popular features that made the first book a runaway success: conversational voice, skill-building format, Kumihimo math, and continuing to use the inexpensive Kumihimo foam disk. Kumihimo Simplified includes 5 “new” braids: 8-warp basket weave, 16-warp rectangular, 16-warp hollow basket, 8-warp half-round, and 8-warp square. Beads will be included within the braids where appropriate, however, the focus will be straight braid. Special sidebars will include Creative Closures - 5 different ways to finish Kumihimo braids, besides the common gluing of endcaps.
Download or read book KUMIHIMO GUIDE FOR NOVICES written by Ann Gabriel and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2023-03-16 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kumihimo is a popular jewelry-making technique with origins in Japanese tradition. This colorful and informative beginner's guide to the craft explains how to use a circular kumihimo disc and a variety of braids and beads to create several astonishing pieces of jewelry, plus color and style variations, for any occasion. Kumihimo is a transportable craft so once you have mastered the basics of placing your braids over the disc in different formations to make a variety of patterns and motifs, you can create kumihimo jewelry wherever you go. In this book “KUMIHIMO BEGINNER’S GUIDE FOR NOVICES”, I will be teaching you everything you need to know to become a master in this craft; the tools, skills, patterns and techniques to be able to create different kinds of kumihimo braids and put together stunning projects with great ease. ORDER YOUR COPY NOW
Download or read book Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy written by Christina Larsen and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-08-08 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the gorgeous jewelry that can only be created with kumihimo wirework! Whether new to kumihimo or looking to take your skill to the next level, Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy is the companion you need. Author Christina Larsen will show you how easy it can be to transition from traditional kumihimo materials to wirework with her expert guidance, comprehensive instruction, and inspiring designs. In this must-have resource, you'll find: • A complete guide to understanding wireworking tools and materials specific to kumihimo wirework. • Full step-by-step tutorials for 3 basic kumihimo braid structures perfect for wirework jewelry designs. • Project instructions for 20 inspiring kumihimo wirework designs including earrings, bracelets, and pendants. Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy has everything you need to bring the ancient art of traditional Japanese braiding to your modern jewelry designs.
Download or read book Beaded Kumihimo Jewelry written by Rebecca Ann Combs and published by Kalmbach Publishing Co. This book was released on 2020-07-20 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beaded Kumihimo Jewelry is a collection of projects made using the most common kumihimo braid: kongoh gumi. The book includes 20+ all-new projects using this popular technique all in a friendly, easy-to-follow format made using an inexpensive kumihimo disk incorporating all your favorite beads. As you go through her third book, Rebecca will show you how to use many different types of beads in a variety of sizes to make kumihimo jewelry effectively. One beneficial section of this book is Rebecca’s “trouble shooting” section, used to help explain some of the most problematic areas of a kumihimo braid making each project more manageable for beginners. There is also a helpful Kumihimo Math section used to calculate the proper length and materials of the braid. Along with a few more detailed instructions for the foam disk, and a discussion about using the marudai. Beaded Kumihimo Jewelry is a great addition to your beading library not only for the beautiful designs, but the detailed discussions of both kumihimo math and trouble shooting.
Download or read book Kumihimo Beginner s Guide written by Chika Ena and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-28 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AN EXPOSITORY GUIDE TO CREATING STUNNING KUMIHIMO BRAID PATTERNS FOR FASHION JEWELRY AND ACCESSORIESKumihimo is a Japanese term usually referred to as gathering of threads. Over the years, kumihimo has evolved into a technique of making jewelry by braiding multiple strands of ribbons or cords into various patterns and designs. In this book I will be showing you modern and simple techniques of making stunning kumihimo jewelry and accessories with so much ease using modern tools and beads to beautify them. You will be the learning Kumihimo basics even if you are a newbie. I have included step by step instructions with clear images on how you can place your braids over the disc to create different designs of jewelries. Grab your copy now by clicking BUY NOW and explore this amazing craft!
Download or read book How To Make Kumihimo Patterns written by Myra Shackelford and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-08-14 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hello to all my fellow kumihimo enthusiasts - both experienced and newbies! Over the past few years, I've learned a few kumihimo tips and tricks that have made my experience more rewarding. By sharing these tips with you, I hope I can help make your next Kumi project more enjoyable and successful. Making beautiful jewelry using kumihimo techniques has gained great popularity in the fashion world. Kumihimo is a method of braiding strings of cords into various patterns that can be used for making jewelry. Over time, several tools have been introduced into this craft to make the process easier and quicker. In this book, I will teach you all you should know about creating kumihimo jewelry- bracelets, necklaces, etc using kumihimo disc and various braids patterns and designs for your jewelry. I have so much simplified the process by illustrating each project with clear pictures following a step-by-step order. Grab your copy now by clicking BUY NOW!
Download or read book Kumihimo Basics and Beyond written by Rebecca Combs and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2013-10-21 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kumihimo Basics & Beyond presents techniques for creating all-cord braids and beaded braids, then teaches beaders how to transform them into finished jewelry. Short demonstrations of the key techniques needed for each project are presented in easy-to-grasp portions, allowing beaders to learn and practice as they go. Rebecca Combs demystifies tricky “kumihimo math” by providing detailed supply lists for each project in the book, plus teaches beaders how to calculate the amount of fiber and how many beads they’ll need for their future kumihimo projects.
Download or read book Kumihimo for Novices written by Maria Howard and published by . This book was released on 2021-04 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kumihimo is a popular craft for jewelry makers and fiber enthusiasts. It's easy to learn, and modern tools make the projects portable for busy people! How did this contemporary craze get its start?Kumihimo is Japanese for "gathered threads", and is an ancient Japanese form of braid-making. Cords and ribbons are made by interlacing strands to make a strong, decorative braided rope. These braids are then fashioned into all kinds of objects, such as bracelets, necklaces and more. This illustrated guide features step-by-step guide with pictures to help you create your own Kumihimo jewelry projects at home.This book contains different techniques on braiding like; round kumihimo braid, half round kumihimo braid, hollow braid, square braid, spiral braid, seven cord braid, box knot braid, and 12 strand spiral braid. You will also learn how to braid without beads and also Briella pink kumihimo Necklace. You will learn how to utilize different cords and wire as well as finishing techniques to master the art of making kumihimo braids. GET YOUR COPY NOW by clicking the "Buy now" button
Download or read book Beginner s Guide to Kumihimo written by McKean-Smith and published by Search Press Limited. This book was released on 2018 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Beautiful Braiding Made Easy written by Helen Deighan and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces readers to Japanese braiding. This work includes ideas for bracelets, necklaces, bag handles and more. It teaches you step-by-step how to make beautiful braids using the Kumihimo disks and plates. It is illustrated with colour photographs and drawings.
Download or read book Micro Macrame Jewelry written by Kelsy Eason and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2016-10-17 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Micro-Macramé Jewelry, Stylish Designs for Everyday Wear by author and designer Kelsy Eason contains 20 plus knotting projects for the beginner. Her teaching style is simple for the beginner to learn and she adds tips throughout the book to make the experience even more enjoyable. Kelsy uses a variety of fiber materials and beads to create designs that are not only great for everyday wear but allow for personalization by the person making them. From waxed linen to leather lace everyone will find some project to love in this unique book.
Download or read book Creative Beading Vol 11 written by and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2016-08-22 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers beaders nearly every project from the October 2014 through August 2015 issues of Bead&Button magazine, all in one gorgeous, hardcover volume. The latest edition in this popular series showcases stitching projects in many styles and colors, features thorough basics sections, and offers hundreds of helpful tips and beading ideas. With more than 75 projects at a wide variety of skill levels, every beader will find something to love!
Download or read book The Beginner s Guide to Kumihimo written by Dorothy Wood and published by David & Charles. This book was released on 2015-01-31 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The renowned jewelry crafter teaches readers how to make beautiful creations using the traditional Japanese braiding technique of Kumihimo. Kumihimo is the centuries-old Japanese artform of creating elegant braids using intricate and beautiful patterns and designs. These braids are then fashioned into all kinds of objects, such as bracelets, necklaces and more. This illustrated guide features step-by-step diagrams and photographs to help you create your own Kumihimo jewelry projects at home. Written by expert jewelry crafter Dorothy Wood, The Beginner’s Guide to Kumihimo covers a range of techniques including flat braids, square braids, honeycomb braids, hollow braids, spiral braids, and braiding with beads. Readers will learn to use different cords and wire, as well as finishing techniques. This volume also features templates to make your own Kumihimo disk and plate, plus a handful of contemporary projects for jewelry and accessories so you can put your newfound braiding skills to use right away.
Download or read book Kumihimo Wire Jewelry written by Giovanna Imperia and published by Potter Craft. This book was released on 2013-07-17 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In ancient Japan, beautiful yet functional cords made with the traditional braiding art of kumihimo adorned everything from kimonos to samurai armor to prayer scrolls. In Kumihimo Wire Jewelry, innovative jewelry artist Giovanna Imperia offers a fresh twist on this time-honored technique, adapting it to create stunning wire jewelry. In addition to a concise history of kumihimo and an overview of its essential materials, tools, and techniques, readers will learn the basics of this braiding method, plus how to create 20 striking projects--stylish bracelets, rings, earrings, and necklaces--all supported with detailed, step-by-step instructions and illustrations. This comprehensive book, which also includes pieces by prominent kumihimo jewelry artists from around the world, will inspire jewelry makers, beaders, and wireworkers at all skill levels to take their craft in a vibrant new direction.
Download or read book Kumihimo Wire Jewelry written by Giovanna Imperia and published by Potter Craft. This book was released on 2011-03-15 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In ancient Japan, beautiful yet functional cords made with the traditional braiding art of kumihimo adorned everything from kimonos to samurai armor to prayer scrolls. In Kumihimo Wire Jewelry, innovative jewelry artist Giovanna Imperia offers a fresh twist on this time-honored technique, adapting it to create stunning wire jewelry. In addition to a concise history of kumihimo and an overview of its essential materials, tools, and techniques, readers will learn the basics of this braiding method, plus how to create 20 striking projects--stylish bracelets, rings, earrings, and necklaces--all supported with detailed, step-by-step instructions and illustrations. This comprehensive book, which also includes pieces by prominent kumihimo jewelry artists from around the world, will inspire jewelry makers, beaders, and wireworkers at all skill levels to take their craft in a vibrant new direction.
Download or read book Bead Runway Kumihimo Technique Pattern Series written by Cindy Grayson and published by . This book was released on 2018-12-30 with total page 93 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bead Runway(TM) Kumihimo Technique Pattern Series Volume 1 features technique-focused beaded Kumihimo jewelry pattern projects that aim to give you the tools and experience to eventually create elaborate Kumihimo patterns of your own using the beads of your choice! The Bead Runway(TM), an eight row bead layout board, was originally invented to assist hobbyists in designing graduating bead size Kumihimo patterns. Use your Bead Runway(TM) to learn a visual method of layout & design proven wildly successful in practice by hundreds of students. Jam packed with tips, tricks and how-to's. In addition to having access to patterns of this uniquely designed jewelry, each project covers a different set of important techniques, braid structures, bead types and finishing options. Learn how to use different bead shapes and sizes as design solutions. Each technique is fully expanded on in theory, with further explanation on how to begin to alter the existing patterns to make them your own. Includes suggested tools, Kumihimo basics, supply lists, bead size ranges for each project, additional colorway options, three types of companion bracelet ideas for sets, an abundant appendix with various reference charts, glossary of coined terms and index. Previously, Grayson's Bead Runway(TM) Technique Series teachings were only available to her students who took her 10 class series locally in Florida, at Beadfest Philly or at Bead and Button Show in Milwaukee. Due to popular demand, she has made it available in a book. Join the revolution in contemporary beaded Kumihimo pattern layout and design. Purchase includes VIP Kumista membership with access to interactive online community featuring video supplements, info blog, student Facebook sharing group, live webinar invites and discount promotions. Become empowered. Become KUMISTA! (Projects can still be completed without a Bead Runway(TM) and Companion bead kits, however it is available for purchase at www.MadeYouLookDesign.com and it is helpful in learning to make your own patterns.) As quoted by a student, "This changes everything!"
Download or read book Beaded Chains Ropes written by Karin Van Voorhees and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2015-03-16 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beaded Chains & Ropes presents many ideas for making 25+ sturdy, pretty chains and ropes. Using popular stitches such as tubular herringbone, spiral rope, bead crochet, kumihimo, right-angle weave, and more, stitchers are sure to find the designs they are looking for! This book is for anyone who wants to use their favorite seed beads to create a classic chain, loves to stitch fabulous beveled pendants, or is looking for a way to display their favorite focal beads in an attractive, handmade way. Also, you aren’t going to want to miss this collection of projects featuring your favorite designers including Jill Wiseman, Anna Elizabeth Draeger, Beth Stone, Carolyn Cave, Rebecca Combs, and many more. This is the perfect collection that makes it easy to find any chain or rope you want to make, all in one place.
