We are all sweltering here in the UK as we experience the longest heatwave for 7 years, so I thought I would make something really cooling … a watermelon necklace. I think it shows a more playful use of Kumihimo braiding. I wish I could claim this braid pattern as my own unique design, but I have seen lots of …
I have been amazed and delighted by the wonderful reaction I have received on the launch of this website. Many helpful suggestions have been made as to how I can improve the site and I am working through them now. So far I have amended the instructions for one of the free mini tutorials and added pictures of all the …
Few things can compare with the sight of a magazine in the local newsagent with your own design emblazoned across the front cover. I know this because it has just happened to me! I am officially a cover girl and I am going to make the most of it! Not only am I pleased for myself to see my …
My winning entry into Braiding Britain competition 2012 Welcome to the very first blog on my brand new website. So what is ‘Prumihimo’? Well the Pru bit is me, obviously, so Prumihimo is my take on the ancient Japanese art of Kumihimo braiding. I am a jewellery maker, so my interest in Kumihimo is mainly in its use in jewellery. …
