How to braid an 8 element Kongo Gumi (braid) on a foam disk.

Kongo gumi, also known as the round braid, spiral braid, hard braid, or strong braid can be formed in two different directions. Each way gives you a similar looking braid, but the two braids are mirror images of each other. The two formations are called S twist or Z twist,...

Length of video – 7.22 minutes Disk set up – 1.22 minutes Braid demo – 4.15 minutes 16 cord flower and stripe braid With the 8 cord Round Braid or Kongo Gumi you can create braids with lovely stripe or spot pattens, but if you want to go further than that you need more cords. […]

How to braid an 8 element Kongo Gumi (braid) on a foam disk.

Create your own jewellery ! Technique: Beaded Kongo Gumi (Kumihimo round braiding with 16 strands and seed beads size 11/0 , 8/0, 6/0 and the inner core). The tutorial includes complete bead loading pattern and instruction how to braid and attach the bead cones. The tutorial requires the knowledge of the basics of Kumihimo braiding with cord and beads. Skill Level: Intermediate This is a PDF pattern only; materials are not included. You can download this English PDF tutorial. It will be available once payment is confirmed. Please find more tutorials here https://www.etsy.com/nz/shop/Fagiano?ref=l2-shopheader-name§ion_id=19997523

Eight element kongo gumi/round braids with beads are one of things that are drawing people to the art of kumihimo. Because it is quick to learn and has a world of possibilities, people who don't have a background in either fiber or beading arts are finding themselves drawn to braiding....

Create your own jewellery ! Technique: Beaded Kongo Gumi (Kumihimo round braiding with 16 strands and seed beads size 11/0). The tutorial includes complete bead loading pattern and instruction how to braid and attach the bead cones. The tutorial requires the knowledge of the basics of Kumihimo braiding with cord and beads. The pattern is suitable for beads sz 11, 10 and 8. Skill Level: Intermediate This is a PDF pattern only; materials are not included. You can download this English PDF tutorial. It will be available once payment is confirmed. Please find more tutorials here https://www.etsy.com/nz/shop/Fagiano?ref=l2-shopheader-name§ion_id=19997523

Create your own jewellery ! Technique: Beaded Kongo Gumi (Kumihimo round braiding with 16 strands and seed beads size 11/0). The tutorial includes complete bead loading pattern and instruction how to braid and attach the bead cones. The tutorial requires the knowledge of the basics of Kumihimo braiding with cord and beads. Skill Level: Intermediate This is a PDF pattern only; materials are not included. You can download this English PDF tutorial. It will be available once payment is confirmed. Please find more tutorials here https://www.etsy.com/nz/shop/Fagiano?ref=l2-shopheader-name§ion_id=19997523

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Create your own jewellery ! Green and purple/lavender twisted spiral bracelet Technique: Beaded Kongo Gumi (Kumihimo round braiding with 8 strands and beads) For this bracelet you will need seed beads size 11/0 and 8/0. The tutorial includes complete bead loading pattern and instruction how to braid and attach the bead cones. The tutorial requires the knowledge of the basics of Kumihimo braiding with cord and beads. Skill Level: Intermediate This is a PDF pattern only; materials are not included. You can download this English PDF tutorial. It will be available once payment is confirmed. Please find more tutorials here https://www.etsy.com/nz/shop/Fagiano?ref=l2-shopheader-name§ion_id=19997523

A very rare combination of colors on this Orchid Lei Necklace.These small rose petal beads are unlike anything you'll ever find again - bright blue with flashes of black, blue and grey.  The rose petal beads are truly one-of-a-kind and this lei is perfect for a sophisticated look yet is comfortable to wear as it drapes beautifully on the neck. It is finished with a silver toned metallic magnet end cap that twists to take off. You will absolutely love it - and even better it is a perfect gift for a friend or loved one. The Orchid Lei were modeled after the beautiful Hawaiian island flower lei, the necklace and kumihimo pattern are available exclusively at Akalei Designs. These are typically made from flowers leaves, feathers, or natural fibers resulting in vivid color combinations.  Akalei is Hawaiian for "bead reflections" which describes this unique necklace lei design style available only here on Maui. We specialize in designing a wide range of modern yet familiar Hawaiian Lei for woman, girls, men and boys. This beautiful handcrafted style lei was made using hundreds of glass Japanese seed beads on multiple cords that are woven together on a wooden marudai stand (in a kongo gumi kumihimo braid pattern).The necklace is created using an ancient Japanese braiding technique called Kumihimo, a Japanese word for “gathered threads". This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor for Japanese samurai warriors. In modern times these braids are designed as belts (obijime) that are worn as a belt with a kimono. For kumihimo braiders (disk or marudai) I am also selling this truly unique pattern beginning in Fall 2021. It is my goal to provide you with a long lasting, beautiful piece of jewelry that you will enjoy wearing for years to come. I take great care in the construction of my pieces to ensure just that. Please note: colors may slightly differ from their appearance on your display, as it depends on your monitor settings.Please send me a message with questions or comments. Thanks for stopping by! Aloha Aku.

Create your own jewellery ! Double sided multi color friendship beaded bracelet Technique: Beaded Kongo Gumi (Kumihimo round braiding with 8 strands and beads) For this bracelet you will need seed beads size 11/0 and 6/0. The tutorial includes complete bead loading pattern and instruction how to braid and attach the bead cones. The tutorial requires the knowledge of the basics of Kumihimo braiding with cord and beads. Skill Level: Intermediate This is a PDF pattern only; materials are not included. You can download this English PDF tutorial. It will be available once payment is confirmed. Please find more tutorials here https://www.etsy.com/nz/shop/Fagiano?ref=l2-shopheader-name§ion_id=19997523

Create your own jewellery ! Technique: Beaded Kongo Gumi (Kumihimo round braiding with 16 strands and seed beads size 11/0 and the inner core). The tutorial includes complete bead loading pattern and instruction how to braid and attach the bead cones. The tutorial requires the knowledge of the basics of Kumihimo braiding with cord and beads. Skill Level: Intermediate This is a PDF pattern only; materials are not included. You can download this English PDF tutorial. It will be available once payment is confirmed. Please find more tutorials here https://www.etsy.com/nz/shop/Fagiano?ref=l2-shopheader-name§ion_id=19997523