Kumihimo is a traditional form of Japanese braiding. It produces hundreds of different braid types including: flat, round, square, thick, thin, and more! The braiding is fun and simple, and the hand held disk makes it easy to carry with you and work on while on the phone, during travel, in waiting rooms, and any odd moments of spare time. Kit Skill Level: Beginner — This is a very simple braiding pattern. The kit includes -- All you need to make a 2 color square braid: -- Complete instructions -- Braiding disk (foam) -- Bobbins (plastic snap shut bobbins) -- Counterweight -- Thread pre-strung on bobbins & disk The braid kit comes ready to use: The bobbins are threaded and the disk is set up! The instructions includes 2 color layout patterns for a braid with: -- Stripes -- Narrow spirals -- Wide spirals The kit creates several yards of braid, which can be used for necklaces, lanyards, ID badge cords, bracelets, friendship bracelets, watch bands, hair ribbons, shoe laces, key chains, curtain ties, cushion ties, drawstrings for knitted or crochet items, straps for: cameras / binoculars / cell phones, pet leashes, gift wrapping “ribbon”, pull cord for lamps or fans, decorative trim for cushions and clothing, and much more! When you order: Chose 1 of the 2 colors you want in your kit and include the 2nd color in the Personalization note box (I can only include one color list). Or chose "Random Color" and I'll pick them for you.