How to make 3 string bracelets- meanwhile tell you how to make a clasp for a bracelet This tutorial has two missions: first, tutor green hands an easy and understandable way about how to make 3 string bracelets; second, show the commonly seen method with regard to how to make a clasp for
a bracelet.
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The materials and tools: ď Ź
1mm nylon threads in dark red and bright
yellow colors ď Ź
Lighter
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Scissors
The instructions: Step 1: how to make a clasp for a bracelet (the loop part)
Step 2: how to braid the body of string bracelets
First, snip 2m red and yellow strings;
First, snip 2 pieces of 4m red strings; make
Second, at their center make 3cm snake knots;
double-string overhand knot at one end of
the loop part is done,
snake knots; symmetrically handle the other end of snake knots; control the length of string bracelets Second, start the 4-strand-braiding; Third, loop up snake knots, collect 4 strands (2 in red, 2 in yellow), and do 4-strand-braiding
again; Notice: pick up 2 strands to make overhand knot to secure the loop before 4-strand-braiding;
Step 3: how to make a clasp for a bracelet (the closure part) First, use simple overhand knots to cease braiding; allot center 4 strands into 2 groups, and each group goes into each side to form new group; Second, at each side do triple strand braiding, changing 6 strands into 1 strand; Third, use the braided strands to make simple square knot, trim off excess strings and melt ends with lighter.
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