I have recently become more and more attached to KUMIHINO - I will definitely from now on be using your various methods to end my jewellery! Thank you so much- love them all!
Hi Parames. It is great for me to hear that you have found these videos useful. I have got lots more to come and my aim is to upload a new video each week.
Hi I just wanted to tell you how much I have enjoy your videos I am just starting with Kumihimo you are a great teacher I like the easy way you explaine your technique i wish some day someone would do DVD's for us newbie that have to watch to learn than you again for your videos God bless you
Hi Pru have just found this great page with so many of your free demos. I first saw you demonstrate when you were a Guest Designer on JM and gave us all different ways to Kumihimo. I have done a few bracelets with the seed beads but you are now introducing us to the toggle fastening and loop along with the jewel nuggets of which I have quite a few. So now Pru I would like to thank you for giving your time and showing us so many ways on how to use the Kumihimo disk on youtube.x
Hi Moira. It is great to hear that you have tracked me down! Are you on Facebook? If so, you might like to join my new group, facebook.com/groups/1269236409869674/
Great project, Pru! For all us in the USA, 120 centimeters is 47.24 inches. Have made several so far using buttons and they work very well. You are a great teacher and love your tutorials.
I am so glad to hear that you have had success with this and thanks for the conversion. In future videos I am starting to give the quantities in inches as well as metric.
Love this idea and all your tutorials. I learn so much. I have made 2 with Shank buttons and it works wonderfully! The inches are 45 to 47 for the 4 cords which is ample for a bracelet. I used 1mm rat tail and the process works up quickly. Thank you again, Pru.
So wish there was a Love button, as here again is another awesome, informative and clearly explained tutorial, with some great tips. Love your creativity! Thanks so much!
Hello from Chester County, Pennsylvania. I was lucky to find your videos when searching for different kumihimo tips and have enjoyed the few I have already watched. Decided to subscribe so I wouldn't miss anything. Your teaching method, calm/soothing voice, excellent camera views make for excellent learning. I will be back for more. Thanks so much for doing this for all of us.
For the binding, what size SLon was that? Sorry, I’m a novice, and there is quite a variety of the C-lons, S-lons, etc. - I love these cords. the color palettes are wide and subtle, like a painter’s 🤙.
Great! Recently, I made two 3.5" pieces of seed bead kumi and then threaded 24 strands of seed beads to attach to the kumi which would be resting on the neck. What a shame I should have seen yours earlier!!! I am now attaching a slightly long conical beadcap!!!
I hope you will use it frequently. I certainly like to be able to do different ways of finishing off so that I can choose just the right one for any particular design
Typically we're told to multiply our finished size by 3 or 4 to calculate our cord lengths. Not exactly sure which I should use. With your disk is there a formula to figure out cord length? I've did a practice piece and added beads in different spots to get a feel for how they would look. I can't wait to start my first real piece. It seems to work up fast. I also noticed that the satin cord gave the cord it's color but the thinner cord seems to give the rope some shimmer of a second color. I really like the finished look. I started with a gray 1.5mm cord and a beading cord that was a brown camouflage color. It's what I had in hand. But it was really pretty. 2 plain boring Coles turned out a very pretty cord that I'd wear for sure. Thank for you your design and instructions. I'm loving the prumihimo. :)
Hi Sherry. It is great to hear that you are having fun and success with the Prumihimo disk. I always recommend 3x for all the cords. This is usually generous, but it is better to have too much because it is not possible to add extra cord when you are using this disk. In some designs, such as this video, you may need to fold the cords in half so you need to have double this amount of cord, but only half as many cords.
Thanks so much for the reply. I was just about to wing it and give it a try. At least now I won't waste too much cord. I'll have to jump over to your FB page and show you what I created when I'm done. :)
The use of crimp covers for the cord ends is brilliant! I have created a square plate kumihimo bracelet tutorial on my blog (beadinggem) with a button clasp but I just sealed the loose ends with a knot and glue. Will feature this on my blog later on.
Greetings from Massachusetts USA! I found your tutorial using only 2 cords of rat-tail and made a lead (leash) for one of my dogs that I show in conformation (AKC) similar to your Crufts show in the UK! With this tutorial I now learned how to use one of the cords to make the loop! Would love to see a tutorial how to use 2 cords, but using 3 colors (red, white, and blue), and how to make a loop at the other end of the lead (leash) so that the 4 cords don't tangle when I tie them. Also, I am not familiar with the type "thread" or whatever it is that you are using to make your "binding." Might know know what we in the USA should be looking for? Thank you for you wonderful tutorials! I've had my Kumihimo disk for 4 years and after finding your tutorials, I finally understand how to work it!
Hi Pru. I find all of your tutorials so informative, inspirational & interesting! I recently took my kumihimo on holiday to teach my 11 year old niece whilst there. We got a great deal of onlookers when we were weaving on the disks whilst around the pool, in the bar and even on the aeroplane! I gave a couple of ladies your web address for them to look you up! Thanks for all the wonderful designs & ideas. My niece made a very 'interesting' cord whilst learning tension! It is about a metre in length as we started with 3 arm lengths of thread. I have no idea what to make for her with it or should I cut it and glue into kumihimo end findings?! Any advice would be appreciated! 🦋
It is great to hear how you are passing on the word. For your neice I think it would be good to use her first braid with glue-in findings because they give a really professional look. For future braids I would suggest that she uses a method like this one because it takes away the need for expensive extras. Instead of the toggle she could use a button with a shank.
This a wonderful and well thought out lesson. I appreciate your attention to detail, and excellent camera work. I can't tell you how refreshing it is to see such a professional video
Hello Pru, I contacted you a little while ago regarding using this bracelet technique the loop and toggle, so I can show my great grandchildren when they come from America soon, but one more question, with this method with doubling method for the cord, how do you make the correct length for a bracelet ?. Hope you can reply as soon as possible , as I want to make this method myself before they arrive next Tuesday. Regards Patricia Taplin.
The way to think about it is that you need 3 times the finished length for each individual cord, so if you are folding the cords you need half as many cords of twice the length. Have fun!
Instead of using a fabric loop at the start, could you put one cord through the loop of the circle toggle loop. Then use the toggle bar on the other end tte way you show it.
Can I finish with the loop and toggle method on a SEEDED BEAD bracelet? If so, can you do a video showing it as i am a visual learner. This video shows it but they are not beaded!! That is the only downfall to this video otherwise it is a brilliant video. Thank you for a reply
this is just such a nice way to finish off a bracelet! Thanks!
I have recently become more and more attached to KUMIHINO - I will definitely from now on be using your various methods to end my jewellery! Thank you so much- love them all!
Hi Parames. It is great for me to hear that you have found these videos useful. I have got lots more to come and my aim is to upload a new video each week.
Hi I just wanted to tell you how much I have enjoy your videos I am just starting with Kumihimo you are a great teacher I like the easy way you explaine your technique i wish some day someone would do DVD's for us newbie that have to watch to learn than you again for your videos God bless you
Wonderful tip/technique on finishing braided projects! Thanks a whole bunch, Ms Pru!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you, I came across this tutorial and love the easy to follow instructions, they were very well explained. 💕
Hi Pru have just found this great page with so many of your free demos. I first saw you demonstrate when you were a Guest Designer on JM and gave us all different ways to Kumihimo. I have done a few bracelets with the seed beads but you are now introducing us to the toggle fastening and loop along with the jewel nuggets of which I have quite a few. So now Pru I would like to thank you for giving your time and showing us so many ways on how to use the Kumihimo disk on youtube.x
Hi Moira. It is great to hear that you have tracked me down! Are you on Facebook? If so, you might like to join my new group, facebook.com/groups/1269236409869674/
So helpful. Thank you. Such a neat way to add a toggle.
Thank you so much for my first lesson in Kumihimo! Your instructions are nice and clear, making it easy to follow. 😊
Perfect finishing method for teaching my niece kumihimo! Thanks for the tutorial 🥰
Great project, Pru! For all us in the USA, 120 centimeters is 47.24 inches. Have made several so far using buttons and they work very well. You are a great teacher and love your tutorials.
I am so glad to hear that you have had success with this and thanks for the conversion. In future videos I am starting to give the quantities in inches as well as metric.
Love this idea and all your tutorials. I learn so much. I have made 2 with Shank buttons and it works wonderfully! The inches are 45 to 47 for the 4 cords which is ample for a bracelet. I used 1mm rat tail and the process works up quickly. Thank you again, Pru.
Fantastic! Thanks for the details of the lengths you used too.
Love the tips, particularly the super glue on the ends for the crimp beads!
Thanks Kate. Sometimes it is the little tricks which can make all the difference.
Really looking forward to making this bracelet, nice clear instructions ,thank you.
Have fun!
With crimp covers you can use the round part of a crimping pliers too; will help keep the shape. Very clever, Greetings from Wisconsin, USA!
Great instructions that have inspired me to now try and make a complete bracelet having tried the actual braiding for the first time today!
I am sure you are going to have lots of fun with this, Phyllis.
So wish there was a Love button, as here again is another awesome, informative and clearly explained tutorial, with some great tips. Love your creativity! Thanks so much!
You are so kind Cathy. Thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and talent, I am really enjoying learning this wonderfully fun craft.
Lily Selvey-Willars It is good to be able to share the joy!
Hello from Chester County, Pennsylvania. I was lucky to find your videos when searching for different kumihimo tips and have enjoyed the few I have already watched. Decided to subscribe so I wouldn't miss anything. Your teaching method, calm/soothing voice, excellent camera views make for excellent learning. I will be back for more. Thanks so much for doing this for all of us.
Mis respetos para usted señoras... todo le que muy muy lindo...
Thanks a bunch! That is a wonderful idea for a closure. Can't wait to try it. Looks great!
Have fun with it!
For the binding, what size SLon was that? Sorry, I’m a novice, and there is quite a variety of the C-lons, S-lons, etc. - I love these cords. the color palettes are wide and subtle, like a painter’s 🤙.
You can use any strong thread or cord for the binding. As most braiders have S-Lon 0.5mm/Tex210 to hand that is a good choice.
Just wondering if you have a rough idea of how long to cut the cords if you are using a 1mm rattail?
Love it Pru. Especially the idea of the crimp covers.
Thanks Pat. I always think they add a nice finish to the cords.
I greatly appreciate this tutorial
Really excellent instruction... thank you so much.
Great tutorial, very clear instruction. Thanks for sharing
It is good to hear that you find my instructions clear. I hope you will find the technique useful.
Hi Pru, I have made 3 already, got the bug I think :) thanks again for sharing
Brilliant!
Great! Recently, I made two 3.5" pieces of seed bead kumi and then threaded 24 strands of seed beads to attach to the kumi which would be resting on the neck. What a shame I should have seen yours earlier!!! I am now attaching a slightly long conical beadcap!!!
Thank you Pru, I so needed this tutorial !
I hope you will use it frequently. I certainly like to be able to do different ways of finishing off so that I can choose just the right one for any particular design
Hey Pru!! Super clever clasp method....never thought of that before. Please keep up the great work!! I appreciate YOU!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you Jodie. I appreciate your support.
Great tutorial Pru. Thank you! ❤️
Fantastic idea/instructions! Thank you.
Thank you Ruth.
Lovely clear instructions. Thank you! ❤️
Typically we're told to multiply our finished size by 3 or 4 to calculate our cord lengths. Not exactly sure which I should use. With your disk is there a formula to figure out cord length? I've did a practice piece and added beads in different spots to get a feel for how they would look. I can't wait to start my first real piece. It seems to work up fast. I also noticed that the satin cord gave the cord it's color but the thinner cord seems to give the rope some shimmer of a second color. I really like the finished look. I started with a gray 1.5mm cord and a beading cord that was a brown camouflage color. It's what I had in hand. But it was really pretty. 2 plain boring Coles turned out a very pretty cord that I'd wear for sure. Thank for you your design and instructions. I'm loving the prumihimo. :)
Hi Sherry. It is great to hear that you are having fun and success with the Prumihimo disk. I always recommend 3x for all the cords. This is usually generous, but it is better to have too much because it is not possible to add extra cord when you are using this disk. In some designs, such as this video, you may need to fold the cords in half so you need to have double this amount of cord, but only half as many cords.
Thanks so much for the reply. I was just about to wing it and give it a try. At least now I won't waste too much cord. I'll have to jump over to your FB page and show you what I created when I'm done. :)
The use of crimp covers for the cord ends is brilliant! I have created a square plate kumihimo bracelet tutorial on my blog (beadinggem) with a button clasp but I just sealed the loose ends with a knot and glue. Will feature this on my blog later on.
thank you love the info. i am new to this craft and need all the help i can get
Dana Reed - I hope you will enjoy using this technique for finishing off your kumihimo.
Greetings from Massachusetts USA! I found your tutorial using only 2 cords of rat-tail and made a lead (leash) for one of my dogs that I show in conformation (AKC) similar to your Crufts show in the UK! With this tutorial I now learned how to use one of the cords to make the loop! Would love to see a tutorial how to use 2 cords, but using 3 colors (red, white, and blue), and how to make a loop at the other end of the lead (leash) so that the 4 cords don't tangle when I tie them.
Also, I am not familiar with the type "thread" or whatever it is that you are using to make your "binding." Might know know what we in the USA should be looking for?
Thank you for you wonderful tutorials! I've had my Kumihimo disk for 4 years and after finding your tutorials, I finally understand how to work it!
Quedo linda bendicionesc❤
how did I miss this one? It's so clever!
You can never have too many ways to end your braids!
Brilliant instructions, thank you!
I am glad you found them good!
Hi Pru. I find all of your tutorials so informative, inspirational & interesting! I recently took my kumihimo on holiday to teach my 11 year old niece whilst there. We got a great deal of onlookers when we were weaving on the disks whilst around the pool, in the bar and even on the aeroplane! I gave a couple of ladies your web address for them to look you up! Thanks for all the wonderful designs & ideas. My niece made a very 'interesting' cord whilst learning tension! It is about a metre in length as we started with 3 arm lengths of thread. I have no idea what to make for her with it or should I cut it and glue into kumihimo end findings?! Any advice would be appreciated! 🦋
It is great to hear how you are passing on the word. For your neice I think it would be good to use her first braid with glue-in findings because they give a really professional look. For future braids I would suggest that she uses a method like this one because it takes away the need for expensive extras. Instead of the toggle she could use a button with a shank.
This a wonderful and well thought out lesson. I appreciate your attention to detail, and excellent camera work. I can't tell you how refreshing it is to see such a professional video
You're so adorable. Thanks for the tips.
Thanks for watching!
I love ombre yarn, but yarn stretches, is there a way to use yarn for kumihimo properly?
Could you use this method to attach the round end of a toggle clasp?
Hello Pru, I contacted you a little while ago regarding using this bracelet technique the loop and toggle, so I can show my great grandchildren when they come from America soon, but one more question, with this method with doubling method for the cord, how do you make the correct length for a bracelet ?. Hope you can reply as soon as possible , as I want to make this method myself before they arrive next Tuesday. Regards Patricia Taplin.
The way to think about it is that you need 3 times the finished length for each individual cord, so if you are folding the cords you need half as many cords of twice the length. Have fun!
Prumihimo thank you Pru.
Hi Pru. Great video and I so love this idea. Is it possible to use buttons instead of the toggle?
Cookie Smith If you use a button, I think it would have to have a Shank end
Kathy Ryan ah ok. Makes sense. Thanks!
Thanks Kathy. Absolutely right!
Can you use yarn?
crafty girl Yes you can. Try to choose one which does not stretch.
Thank you so much
I hope you will find this technique useful.
Its v beautiful
Thanks a lot 😊
Hi just want to ask each 4 cords is 120 cm each. Thanks
Instead of using a fabric loop at the start, could you put one cord through the loop of the circle toggle loop. Then use the toggle bar on the other end tte way you show it.
subscribed...fun lessons!
I certainly have fun filming these, so it is good to hear that they are fun to watch too!
Very nice
Glad you like it!
what is the crim cover that u put on the string when u put hot glue on the tip of the string,gold color round
What is there an English teacher for bracelet also 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Can I finish with the loop and toggle method on a SEEDED BEAD bracelet? If so, can you do a video showing it as i am a visual learner. This video shows it but they are not beaded!! That is the only downfall to this video otherwise it is a brilliant video. Thank you for a reply
Try this video. ua-cam.com/video/18RLBFJnAY4/v-deo.html
@@Prumihimo Thank you
@@Prumihimo How about adding a button on the other end, as opposed to a toggle? Is it possible Pru?
@@Prumihimo I've managed to use a button at the other end and then tied knots behind the button so no tassel. I'm so happy I managed it.
Kongo Gumi ~ A rope that is no con and requires no glue nor gum to seal the ends.
Mmmmmmmmmi-ght need glue :)
I love a drop of glue for extra security, but you can omit if you don’t like to use glue!
I am enjoying kumihimo as an addition to normal hairwrapping and dreadlock making craft skills. Thank you for your instructional media output.
Sandra Robbins
Muy lindo trabajo, pero la sra habla mucho
So suoer cute thank you for sharing ❤❤❤❤❤❤