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Twist, Turn & Tie: 50 Japanese Kumihimo Braids [With CDROM]
Contributor(s): Kemp, Beth (Author)
ISBN: 0764166433     ISBN-13: 9780764166433
Publisher: Sourcebooks
OUR PRICE:   $19.79  
Product Type: Hardcover
Published: March 2014
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Temporarily out of stock - Will ship within 2 to 5 weeks
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Jewelry
- Crafts & Hobbies | Knots, Macrame & Rope Work
- Crafts & Hobbies | Decorating
Dewey: 745.594
LCCN: 2013953376
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 8.8" W x 8.8" (1.40 lbs) 128 pages
Themes:
- Cultural Region - Japanese
 
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Publisher Description:
The traditional Japanese art of cord braiding--known as kumihimo-- has been around for centuries. The technique, which uses a loom and several strands of silk thread, was once used to create the strong, slender cords that reinforced samurai warrior armor. Today, it is primarily used to make beautiful, color-drenched cords for jewelry and other decorative items. In Twist, Turn, & Tie 50 Japanese Kumihimo Braids, readers will get everything they need to get started in this ancient craft, including a mini braiding loom They'll also find:

  • An overview of tools and materials from looms to bobbins to glues to beads
  • Step-by-step instructions for basic loom braiding, handling threads, beads, and more
  • 50 gorgeous projects from simple beginner braids to complex beaded cords
  • 400 full-color photographs for inspirations and instruction

    With details on kumihimo terminology, starting and finishing braids, and calculating thread and bead counts, this book is an ideal guide for new braiders.

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    Contributor Bio(s): Kemp, Beth: - After a decade in the prestige jewelry industry, Beth Kemp's love of textiles and beading led her to the art of kumihimo. Today, she shares her knowledge of the art form through articles, books, classes, and her online store, Braid and Bead Studio.