The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:

Rattail thread (specific colors used are not mentioned, but typically involves contrasting colors for visual effect)

Kumihimo disc

Bobbins (optional, for managing thread)

Weight (optional, such as a bag of quarters or a fishing sinker, to maintain tension)

Prepare Your Materials: Cut four pieces of Rattail thread and tie them into a top knot to create a loop.
Set Up the Disc: Place the loop through the hole in the center of the Kumihimo disc. Arrange two strands on either side of the dot markers on the disc.
Start Braiding: Follow the braiding pattern by moving the bottom left string to the top left, then the top right string to the bottom right. Rotate the disc and repeat.
Maintain Consistency: Ensure you rotate the disc in the same direction each time to avoid changing the direction of the braid.
Use Bobbins: If the threads tangle, consider using bobbins to keep them organized.
Finishing the Braid: Continue braiding until you reach the desired length. Use weights to maintain tension if needed.