Total Cord
17.2 ft
Strands
8
Cost
$0.86
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Each strand: 7" x 2.5 + 6" = 23.5". Total: 23.5" x 8 = 188" = 15.7 ft raw, ~14.4 ft after rounding with 10% buffer.
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Each strand: 18" x 2.8 + 6" = 56.4". Total: 56.4" x 16 = 902" = 75.2 ft + 10% buffer.
The standard multiplier is 2.5x the finished length plus 6 inches for finishing. A 7-inch bracelet needs about 23.5 inches per strand (7 x 2.5 + 6 = 23.5).
An 8-strand round braid bracelet (7 inches) needs about 16 feet of total cord: 23.5 inches per strand x 8 strands = 188 inches = 15.7 feet plus 10% buffer.
| Pattern | Strands | Multiplier | 7" Bracelet Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 8 | 8 | 2.5x | ~16 ft |
| Round 16 | 16 | 2.8x | ~37 ft |
| Flat 8 | 8 | 2.3x | ~15 ft |
| Spiral 8 | 8 | 2.6x | ~16.5 ft |
Satin rattail (2mm) is the most popular choice for kumihimo. It braids smoothly, comes in many colors, and costs about $0.05/foot.
Place strands evenly around the disk in opposing pairs. Color placement determines the pattern. For 8 strands, place 2 at top, 2 at bottom, 2 at left, 2 at right.
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Last Updated: Jul 24, 2026
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