Kumihimo Bracelets

I just learned how to do this type of braiding. And while I usually don't have patience for seed beads, I've become quite addicted! Kumihimo is an ancient Japenese braiding technique. While I don't like the look of the plain braided ones for jewelry, I love the look with beads! On this page I will post pictures of my creations and links to other great sites that have helped me while I learn this style!


Done in lime green, cream and bronze mix finished off with brass end caps and a handmade clasp

Done in a red mix of size 8 seed beads with a bumblebee charm. Finished off with brass end caps and handmade clasp.



Thought I would try some pearls and czech fire polished beads I had on hand. Makes for a nice statement piece!

As you braid the beads naturally spiral. For this one I loaded the two different colored beads on different strands and if you look closely at the bronze beads, you can see it!