Creative Kumihimo

This book concentrates on Braids made on a Marudai; a simple device that is surprisingly sensitive and versatile. Over 50 structures are explained in this book. Different patterns on these structures can be achieved by rearranging the starting positions of the coloured threads. Examples are shown and the unique drafting system enables the user to design and discover a myriad of other possibilities. This gloss laminated, sewn bound book has 100 pages and is illustrated using colour photographs and charts throughout. It has easy to read diagrams of equipment, techniques etc. There is a whole chapter devoted to a variety of braid finishes. The final chapter looks at design ideas and creative effects that can be used to bring this traditional technique into the 21st century.