1) Fold one end of the obi lengthwise for about 15 inches and wrap the rest around your body two or three times.	2) Fold the long end up wrap the short end over then under this piece.	3) Pull tight to form a knot
4) Fold the long end over and under (acordian style)	5) Wrap the short end over the pleats and up behind the knot.	6) Pull the short end straight up and tight. If you have a lot of material t the end you may make another wrap around the pleats.
7) Spread the loose end open and lay it over the bow. Smooth out the bow and clear up any extra wrinkles.	8) Turn the obi to your right (following the wrap of your yukata) until it rests in the center of your back.	9) Adjust the front to smooth out any wrinkles in your yukata or obi..