Basics to Kumihimo - 8 Cord Spiral With Beads

While the 8-cord kumihimo spiral is a basic braid, the complexity gets kicked up a notch by adding beads in this video tutorial. Learn how to add beads to your kumihimo with these step-by-step instructions.

Beginner - 28 min - Arts & Crafts - Fire Mountain Gems

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What you'll need

Jewellery pliers set: Round, chain and flat nose.
Findings kit: Clasps, jump rings, crimps and hooks.
Bead assortment: Glass and seed beads to start.
Jewellery wire: Copper and silver-plated wire.
Bead mat and organiser: Nothing rolls away.

Books

The Complete Metalsmith by Tim McCreight - View on Amazon

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