Kumihimo Braiding

Japanese Braiding Kumihimo braids are made of silk threads and were originally used as ties, cording, and belts for clothing and closures for Samurai warriors. Detailed step-by-step photographs present six projects to make a variety of braids, and tips on equipment and advice for developing the projects are included. UK: Japanese Braiding

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Kumihimo Braiding

Lessons, information about Japanese kumihimo, maru dai braiding techniques and equipment. [...]

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