# Kumihimo bead designer

> App to design custom beaded Kumihimo patterns with bead color and thread selection. (iPhone/iPad app by Janet Nijman.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kumihimo-bead-designer/id1043691355 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Janet Nijman](https://appshunter.io/developer/993766127)
- Category: Lifestyle, Entertainment
- Price: $19.99
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 11 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-10-10
- Data updated: 2026-09-08
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kumihimo-bead-designer/id1043691355/reviews.md

## What is Kumihimo bead designer?

Unique, never done before and now possible: design your own 7, 8, 12 or 16 threads Kumihimo pattern with beads.

This App makes it possible to create your own original Kumihimo design where you choose which color each bead is. In this way you can design the most colorful patterns. The possibilities are endless!

- Decide the number of beads (determines the length of your final braid, which in turn depends upon what you want to make) and the different colors for the beads, and design your own pattern
- When you have finished designing, you will see for each of the 7, 8, 12 or 16 threads the color and position of each bead
- You can highlight a particular thread in your pattern by touching the screen, and this makes it easy to thread the beads in the correct order.
- You can print out the pattern!
- You can see how many beads off each color you need.
- Save your design so that you can use it again or rework it.
- With clear step by step photo instructions, so that everybody can create Kumihimo braids.

Create your own unique designs!

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## Key features

- Design custom Kumihimo patterns
- Select bead colors and quantities
- Visualize bead placement per thread
- Printable patterns
- Step-by-step photo instructions
- Save and rework designs

## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kumihimo-bead-designer/id1043691355/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Love this app!!!

*2021-05-17*

I started doing Kumihimo with beads about 6 months ago. I’ve been wishing there was a an easier way I could design my own pieces. I bought this app last night, and I wish I hadn’t wasted so much time! It is SO easy to use. I m excited about all the possibilities!

### 5/5 — Really nice basic app

*2021-02-18*

This app works very well but would be really nice to see an update accommodate for larger string lengths like 24 and 32!!! Please update?!?

### 1/5 — Not versatile

*2020-11-04*

I had expectations for this app but was disappointed at the lack of versatility.  Not worth the money - as apps go it is expensive!  No acknowledgement that the technique of Kumihimo varies e.g. I learned bottom left to top but no facility to accommodate this variation. The pattern of the beads is affected by the order and technique.  No idea of the strings being chosen so difficult to be consistent.  No repeat pattern option.  The manual is basic!  Not even any FAQs..

### 3/5 — Not Happy

*2020-03-17*

Does any one know how I can retrieve my projects that disappeared from my app.  I opened the app and sixteen of my saved designs were no longer there.

### 3/5 — This is horrible!

*2019-12-16*

If you are searching for a bead calculator this is NOT the one. I was shocked I had to manually touch every possible bead to highlight the color, then I still have no idea what the bead pattern ends up looking like. This is horrible and I was surprised this was not a function of the software. Please try the Excel Spreadsheet offered but Pacific Patina - it really worked like this one should have. I want my money back! Is there no guarantee?

### 2/5 — Suggestions

*2019-03-03*

I appreciate the work that went into this app.  I was surprised that I had to color in every bead.  Even though it rotates I found this difficult.  Perhaps a flattened version of the braid would help?  As another reviewer mentioned, I, too, would find the reverse of this building technique more useable.  What would it look like to have an AAAbAAAb etc pattern on cord #1?  I would love to be able to do that for all cords and then see the design. I do hope one in this style is in the works!

**Developer response:** Hi Judy, You do not need to color every bead, there is a 'fill' option. Also the 'reverse' option will be an update soon to come!  Please contact me (jnhete@live.nl) so I can help you how to use the 'fill' option!

### 3/5 — Bugs, bugs, bugs

*2018-08-01*

It’s temperamental.  If you’re in it too long, it starts acting up.  For example, you have your design ready and you select to create a PDF and it throws you out of the app.  Or you return to the create screen after viewing the pattern and the screen is blank.  But, not only can you not see this design but if you close that and look at another design, you can’t see that one either.  

Only solution I’ve found is to put it to sleep for awhile and go back to it later.  Those aren’t the only bugs I’ve found.  I’m using this on an iPad Pro so possibly the developer didn’t test it on this device.

Too expensive an app to have to put up with this kind of performance.

**Developer response:** Sorry to hear that you are experiencing problems with the app. Are you sure you have the latest update of the app? We will be happy to talk to you more to see what is causing this issue! Please contact me: jnhete@live.nl

### 4/5 — Ok app

*2017-10-14*

I love Kumihimo and was excited when I saw info about this app but I was a little disappointed with what it offered for the price. I would like to be able to do the bead set up and see what it would look like.  I almost regret buying it, I hope there is an update soon.

**Developer response:** The purpose of the app is to design first and then see what the bead layout is. What you want is to do it in reverse. This is not what the app is about. We can think about making a second app for this purpose!

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2016-12-20*

Fun to use. Designers are always working hard to make improvements and adding features.

### 4/5 — Love the app

*2016-10-30*

Very easy to create a beaded pattern.  Love the fact that I can spin the braid around to see all sides. The only downside is that the pattern really needs a print option. Is that feature coming any time soon?

**Developer response:** The print function is added!

## Frequently asked questions about Kumihimo bead designer

### What is Kumihimo bead designer?

Kumihimo bead designer is an application that allows users to create their own unique Kumihimo braid patterns using beads. You can select the number of threads, choose bead colors, and visualize the final design before you start crafting.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include designing patterns with 7, 8, 12, or 16 threads, selecting individual bead colors, seeing the bead placement for each thread, printing your designed pattern, and receiving step-by-step photo instructions for creating the braids.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, making it a completely free tool for designing Kumihimo patterns.

### Who is this app designed for?

This app is designed for crafters, jewelry makers, and anyone interested in the art of Kumihimo braiding who wants to create personalized, beaded designs. It's suitable for both beginners with its clear instructions and experienced crafters looking for a design tool.

### Can I save my designs?

Yes, you can save your designs within the app. This allows you to revisit them later, make modifications, or use them as a reference for future projects, ensuring you don't lose your creative work.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.1 — 2018-02-15

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- pdf function iOS 9.3.5

### 1.4.0 — 2018-01-22

- undo/redo function
- help function
- adjustments for iPas pro

### 1.3.5 — 2017-03-23

- template available again

### 1.3.4 — 2016-12-20

- braid with 7 threads
- show bead total in pattern
- print to PDF
- swipe help images

### 1.3.3 — 2016-12-20

- braid with 7 threads
- show bead total in pattern
- print to PDF
- swipe help images

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