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When: 1st Wednesdays, 7:00 pm Eastern Time
Where: Zoom*
Join the The Kumi-U Club

On the 1st Wednesday of every month join Adrienne to learn about new Kumi-U on-demand Project Tutorials. During the meeting Adrienne will be available to answer questions about any new or previous classes. The meeting may also include live technique demos, new kumihimo tips along with an inspiring Show & Tell. The meetings will be recorded and available with lifetime access to all Kumi-U Club members.

Kumi-U Club members have access to the growing library of Project Tutorials featuring a variety of fiber and beaded braid projects. They include step-by-step downloadable PDF instructions and/or videos. The tutorials are designed to make it easy for all skill levels to make the project yet challenge braiders to advance their knowledge and skills. Perfect for working on whenever you want at your own pace.

But wait there is more! Kumi-U Club members will also have access to over 40 of Adrienne’s recorded video seminars covering a variety of essential techniques for both fiber and beaded braids.

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Kumi-U Club

All Access Pass

$20 Monthly Subscription

Includes:

  • Monthly Live Zoom meeting with Adrienne on the 1st Wednesday of every month. During the meeting Adrienne will be available to answer questions about any new or previous classes. The meeting may also include live technique demos, new kumihimo tips along with an inspiring Show & Tell. The meetings will be recorded and available with lifetime access to all Kumi-U Club members.
  • Access to the growing library of Project Tutorials featuring a variety of fiber and beaded braid projects. They include step-by-step downloadable PDF instructions and/or videos. The tutorials are designed to make it easy for all skill levels to make the project yet challenge braiders to advance their knowledge and skills. Perfect for working on whenever you want at your own pace.
  • Priority registration for all virtual classes* with limited seating. *Some virtual classes will only be offered to Kumi-U Club members.
  • First option on Adrienne’s limited edition kits and supplies.
  • Access to over 40 of Adrienne’s recorded video seminars that cover a variety of essential techniques for both fiber and beaded braids.

Guest Pass

Free to all KumihimoResource.com customers*

Includes:

  • Technique Tip tutorials covering kumihimo basics and beyond.
  • Kumihimo Glossary with definitions of common and not so common kumihimo terminology.
  • Notification of upcoming classes and events.
  • Periodic Kumihimo Resource newsletters.
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à la carte

Kumihimo Project Classes (pre-recorded)
Available for $20 each

These classes focus on a specific project for either fiber or beaded braids. The price includes lifetime access to the class video recording as well as downloadable PDF instructions and supply list. Kit are available for some of the classes at an additional charge.
Link to courses

Kumihimo Techinque Classes (pre-recorded) Available for $8 each

These video classes include live demonstrations, technique tips and problem solving advice. Price includes lifetime access to the video recording. Scroll to bottom of this page to see the list of technique class recordings.

Upcoming Kumi-U Club Events

Kumihimo Technique Classes

Bead Placement Patterns

Serpentine Swirl Necklace

Fringe Beads Mini Class

Japanese Fibers 101

Oh No – My Cord is Too Short

Flat Braids & Octo Plate Braid Along

Octo Plate Demystified

Beaded Braid Closures

Fiber Braid Closures

Loop in Fiber Braid

Samurai Redressed & More

Organizing Studio Creative Space

Bead Storage – Organization

Fiber Storage – Organization

Fob Start on Beaded Braid

Beaded Focal Section

Photographing Jewelry

Warping Fiber for Braiding

Braiding with Cores & Armatures

Fiber Braid Tips & Basics

Unusual Tools & Hacks

Creative Ways to Join Braids

Fiber Tassel Basics & Beyond

Wire Wrapped Endings

How to Choose the Right Clasp

Bead Substitutes for Kits & Patterns

Focal Bead, Part 2 + Z & S Spiral

Braiding with Focal Beads, Part 1

Color for Dummies & Design Tips

Graduating Bead Sizes & Colors

Bead Calculations & Planning

Leaders – Why, When & How?

Cords for Beaded Braids

Braiding with Wire Giovanna Imperia

Braiding with Alternate Fibers

Gaskell Shankey Studio Tour

Tension Beaded Braids

Fiber Counter Weight & Tension

Japanese Braiding – Art of Kumihimo

Toho Virtual Factory Tour