DONE!
Posted by cassandra , 4.03.2011 Sunday, April 03, 2011
I used a few videos on YouTube to refresh on my ole' square knot (for hemp bracelets).
I know it's not perfect but for less than a dollar in materials, I'm happy with it.
Waxed Linen: $2 for a huge spool (used about ~14 feet?), thinner is better. you can experiment with other string options.
Silver square beads: $2 (22 pc, used 12 here), bigger holes are better. The bead will need to go through two carrier strings.
Next round, I'm going to try pink embroidery floss and metal beads. I want a whole stack of 'em.
Instructions:
1. Make a loop by tying a knot in two equal length pieces of waxed linen, about 3-4' each, halved to 18"-2'. Do a square knot to start the bracelet.
2. Then place your first bead on the carrier strings. square knot it to secure it.
3. Leave about 3" empty space (no knots) then make a regular OH knot. This is where your 10 beads will start.
4. Square knot, bead, square knot, bead til you get your 10 beads threaded. Finish the 10 beads with a square knot.
5. Leave another 3" with no knots to match the beginning of the bracelet. This is the end of the bracelet and the beginning of your slider closure.
6. After the 3" blank area, leave another 2-3". This is where your adjustable area will be (it needs to be bigger than your wrist in order to get the bracelet on/off).
7. Thread your final bead into your last square knot. Trim edges.
To make the slider closure, view the Slider Knot closure tutorial. You can use a contrasting color or stick with the same color. Either way! I left the ends a little straggly on the slider closure.
