KUMIHIMO Braided Cords Paper Plate Loom! Art of Japan! Middle School Jewelry

Warning: These Braided Cords are Addictive! If you need a fun and easy jewelry or textile-related lesson, this is a FUN art activity that can be created using a paper plate!

• I used this lesson last Spring as students finished their Kente Cloth Cardboard Weaving lesson. These braids were a great "early-finisher" activity to keep students engaged while other students finished up their weavings.
• I used simple paper plates to introduce the braiding method to students using craft yarn.
• Both boys and girls enjoyed making these fascinating round braided cords in a variety of colors. Once students mastered the easy braiding method, I provided store-bought foam Kumihimo looms to highly motivated students.
• I also provided students with nicer, smoother yarn so that students could take the braided cords to a higher level to make finished jewelry with glued-on end caps and clasps

I must admit, I got hooked on the variety of beautiful colors and design combinations that can be created easily. I spent a good amount of time this summer making myself a supply of bracelets to match my work clothes and school colors!

⭐This 12-page Resource includes:

-Japanese Kumihimo art history Handout

-Clear illustrated step-by-step instructional handouts

-Troubleshooting tips

-Kumihimo braid patterns: Spiral, Polka Dot, Zig Zag, Lattice, and Multicolored Twist,

-Also, a handout to create and record designs that students discover how to make themselves!

If you are interested in more Weaving & Textile Art Lessons take a look at these resources in my Sparklegal's Art Magic TPT Store!

• Radial Paper Plate Weavings
• Burlap Painted Stitchery
• Stuffed Paper, Yarn & Felt Snowman Craft
• Kente Cloth Weavings! Inspired by Textiles of Africa!

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