I love slipping on a simple piece or three of Bohemian style jewelry for a laid back day in the country or an adventure in town. Now that I sell river rock earrings and necklaces, I've received requests for matching bangles. I came up with this beaded wrap that closes with a simple drilled river rock. Here's the step-by-step tutorial:Materials Needed:
6 yards of waxed linen cord
150-160 size 8/o seed beads
a 10-13mm 2-hole button (I made mine with a drilled river rock)
scissors
Directions:
1. Cut the waxed linen cord into two 24" pieces and two 36" pieces. Align four ends, create a loop around your finger, and secure with a knot. Braid ends together before beginning to add beads.
2. Place your two shorter pieces in the middle, with the two longer pieces on either side.
3. Slip one bead onto both pieces.
4. Push bead up on left so that it is snug against your braid. Fold string over the front to the right.
5. Push bead up on right so that it is snug against your braid. Fold sting down and behind the back to the left.
6. Pull tight. Repeat. Add decorative beads, if desired.
7. Once you have reached your preferred length, pull strings together and braid to end. String end through a button and secure with a knot.
This bangle wraps twice around your wrist, but of course you can make a shorter or longer one to wrap as many times as you like. Most important - have fun!
Very nice! Will bookmark so I can come back to it when I'm ready to give it a try!
ReplyDeleteCool, thank you. That's one thing I love about the internet, being able to find and return to fun ideas.
DeleteLoving this tutorial! Really clear instructions and great photography too - thanks for sharing :D
ReplyDeleteThank you! Have a terrific day!
DeleteWhat are the tiny little dangle charms that you have put between 2 silver beads called? They add such a special touch, but I can't find them on-line. Have you ever tried a nylon cord to make these bracelets, like c-lon? Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteHere is a link to the drops I use: http://www.firemountaingems.com/search/?Keywords=sterling+silver+drops
ReplyDeleteI haven't used nylon - only waxed linen. I suppose I've used hemp, but didn't like it as much. I really like the waxed material since it stays in place while braiding.
Have fun!