Stretchy bracelet knot

Learn how to make stretchy beaded bracelets with elastic cord, a handful of beads, and this easy, beginner jewelry-making tutorial.

Learn how-to tie a surgeon's knot in #TechniqueTuesday with Mylene from MillLaneStudio and then make her Orchid Stretch Bracelet.

Today I’m going to be talking about that special knot we use to tie a stretch bracelet. Every time I make a stretch bracelet, I always get comments like, “I can’t see the knot” or “I can’t see what you’re doing” so in todays’ tutorial, I’m going to be tying that knot on a giant scale so that you can see exactly what I’m up to.

These bracelets are easy to make and add a bit of fun and colour to your shoeboxes, without too much outlay in terms of time and cost. Autumn made these lovely bracelets using these directions: Using elasticated cord means that sizing can be flexible but you can use this chart as a guide. Approximate length by age Age 2-4 = 5.5 – 6 inches or 14 – 15.25 cm Age 5-9 = 6 – 7 inches or 15 – 17.75 cm Age 10-14 = 6.5 – 7.5 inches or 16.5 – 19 cm Adult Woman = 7 – 8 inches or 17.75 – 20.25 cm Adult…

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Learn step-by-step how to make a triple-wrap seed bead stretch bracelet as well as all the materials and supplies you'll need with this free beading tutorial.

Beginner's jewellery making project - string a Kashmiri bead bracelet on Stretch Magic beading elastic and learn how to tie a secure knot.

Learn how to tie a surgeon's knot in 3 easy steps with this tutorial. This knot is very secure and can be used to fasten stringing materials such as elastic cord to make stretchy bracelets.

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