Introduction to the Shibori Rope Kit

Beadwrangler's
Shibori Rope
a very thin bead crochet rope

The Shibori is a very thin bead crochet rope that is extremely lightweight and very elegant. I was able to design this thin rope by developing a modification of the single bead crochet stitch, stocking up on gorgeous Japanese size 15/0 seed beads and using Elite thread, a very thin but strong 3-ply polyester thread. These ropes are so light that you can wear several at the same time.

Crocheting with Elite thread and size 15/0 seed beads is more difficult than crocheting with Jean Stitch thread and size 11/0 seed beads. For an enjoyable experience crocheting with Elite thread and size 15/0 seed beads, you should have made at least three bead crochet ropes using Jean Stitch thread and size 11/0 seed beads.

The Shibori also comes in a size 11/0 seed bead version that is also very thin but not as thin and light as the size 15/0 seed bead version.

At the bottom of this information page you can click to either the Shibori-15 Order Page or the Shiboru-11 Order Page. I recommend that you take a look at both pages to see all the colors available. You can easily switch between the two order pages.

The Shibori Rope Kit includes all the supplies your will need to make a 48" rope and matching earrings. However, if this is your first time crocheting with size 15/0 seed beads and Elite thread, you may need a different size crochet hook. See the hook size guide below.

As with all Beadwrangler kits, the Instruction Book is loaded with additional projects including the Shibori Tassel, Shibori Earrings, tassel earrings, chain links, a finger ring and instructions for converting your rope into a bracelet, belt or headband. Instructions are also included for making a continuous Shibori rope with an invisible join and for joining the ends using a glass bead.

A standard feature of all Beadwrangler kit instruction booklets is a complete coverage of crochet and bead crochet terms and instructions and illustrations for commonly used bead crochet techniques. The instruction booklet tips and tricks insure that you will have an enjoyable experience and that your final rope will get lots of ooohs and aaahs.

The size of crochet hook that you use for bead crochet depends on the thread size, bead size and your personal style of crocheting. This guide shows you the recommended size crochet hook for size 15/0 and size 11/0 seed beads depending on your crochet style.

Recommended Crochet Hook Size
Crochet Style	size 15/0 kit	size 11/0 kit
Medium	#13 (.85mm)	#9 (1.40mm)
Tight	#11 (1.10mm)	#7 (1.65mm)
Loose	#14 (.75mm)	#12 (1.00mm)

Ordering Your Shibori Rope Kit

You can create your Shibori Rope with either
size 15/0 seed beads or size 11/0 seed beads.
Your kit comes with the
complete Shibori Instruction Booklet
and supplies appropriate for
the size seed bead you choose.

The Shibori-11 Kit is $21.95
Due to the wide range of prices
for size 15/0 seed beads,
the price of the Shibori-15 Kit varies
based on the seed bead you select.

Take a look at both versions of this kit to see
the color selections available.

Size 15/0
Seed Bead
Shibori Rope Kit
Order Page

Size 11/0
Seed Bead
Shibori Rope Kit
Order Page

NOTE: This design is the property of Lydia F Borin and is for personal use only. No part of this design may be used as part of another project, magazine article, book or other printed or electronic publication without the written permission of the owner. I encourage teachers to use Beadwrangler kits in their workshops. Contact me for more information, teaching guidelines and special kit pricing at lydia@beadwrangler.com