Kumihimo: How to Create and Braid on a Loom

This video tutorial teaches how to create a kumihimo braid using a simple 8-strand technique. It covers making a loom from cardboard, preparing strings, and the braiding process. The tutorial provides tips for avoiding knots and personalizing the loom, encouraging viewers to create bracelets, zipper pulls, or keychains.

What is the recommended material for creating your own loom?

• Poster board or cardboard

• Metal plate

• Wooden plank

• Plastic sheet

How many evenly spaced points should you mark on the circle for the loom?

• 8 points

• 12 points

• 16 points

• 20 points

What is the total number of string pieces needed for the braid?

• 8 pieces

• 10 pieces

• 6 pieces

• 4 pieces

How should the strings be organized on the loom before starting the braid?

• Randomly placed

• One color North and South, the other East and West

• All strings in one color on one side

• Alternating colors in a circle

What is the first step in the braiding process?

• Tie a knot at the end

• Pick up the top right string

• Pick up the bottom left string

• Turn the circle to the right

What should you do if the strings get tangled during braiding?

• Use a comb to detangle

• Cut the strings and start over

• Ignore the tangles

• Finger comb the strings

What are some suggested uses for the finished kumihimo braid?

• A bookmark

• A bracelet or keychain

• A hair tie

• A shoelace