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Takadai, double-faced braid. Japanese, no narration. Amazing technique!
Takadai, Kikko braid, Hiroyuki Kondou (Katsushika Master Craftsman). Japanese, no narration. More amazing technique!
Takadai, Janis Saunders, USA, no narration. Good careful technique.
Marudai master, 24-strand braid. Japanese, no subtitles.
Vol. 1 of 2
Vol. 2 of 2
Series of 3 videos; silk prep, kakudai, marudai, ayatakedai, takadai, and braids; Japanese.
Vol. 1 of 3
Vol. 2 of 3
Vol. 3 of 3
Series of 5 videos (numbered 1-4 and 6 no #5); silk prep, kakudai, marudai,
takadai, and braids; Japanese.
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 6
Video slide show of completed braids and other kumihimo articles, pictures of the marudai, ayatakedai, takadai. A few English titles, no sound.
The Braid Society (www.braidsociety.com): A group with international membership. Its focus is the study of all forms of narrow wares, including, but not limited to kumihimo. Braids and Bands Yahoo! discussion group, UK-based events, quarterly newsletters, yearly "Strands" publication. Membership is a good way to increase your knowledge and broaden your horizons!
BraidersHand, located in Oregon, USA www.braidershand.com. Be sure to visit the tips page as you explore the site.
UPDATED! Craft Design Online - Interactive Kongoh color layout designer. Check out the Marudai Painter, too. This site is evolving, so keep watching it for new things.
NEW! Kumihimo climbing rope A "thinking out of the box" project.
August 15, 2026
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