Kawaii Kumihimo Braiding Textbook: 50 Easy DIY Patterns & Accessory Recipes for Beginners. Japanese Craft Book to Learn Traditional Braid Making for Jewelry, Bracelets, Misanga, Straps, and Kimono Obijime Accessories.

Kumihimo is a traditional Japanese craft of braiding thin silk or cotton threads into cords. Many people are probably familiar with its use for obijime (kimono sashes) and netsuke (miniature sculptures used as toggles). While kumihimo tends to evoke a Japanese image, it can be widely used for things other than its original purpose, such as keychains, accessories, and interior decorations. The good news is that anyone can make kumihimo easily. The only tools you need are a "marudai" (round stand) with a hole in the center, or a "kumihimo disk," a "kumihimo plate," and thread. Any object with a hole in the center, even a stool or a bath chair, will work. This book introduces 50 braiding patterns, from simple to advanced, using these three types of tools. Every pattern includes step-by-step illustrations (diagrams), ensuring that even beginners can complete the braid. It also includes solutions for when you can't braid successfully and tips for remembering patterns you've forgotten. Furthermore, the book features accessory recipes using kumihimo by three handmade artists. You will find delicate and lovely pieces such as necklaces, bracelets, and hair accessories. Whether you are already familiar with kumihimo or not, you are sure to discover new charms of this craft. Enjoy arranging the colors and the beauty of the braided texture, and challenge yourself to create your own kumihimo. Condition : New（The book was released 10 years ago, so there's age-related wear.） Language : Japanese pages : 160 Region of Origin：Japan My shop ships only authentic products directly from Japan.