Basic Bracelet
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| Description: This Basic Bracelet is very
attractive, and an easy Micro-Macrame project for a beginner.
It's best to make it with cord that holds the shape of the
knots, such as leather or waxed cord. You can vary the pattern
by adding unusual types of beads, or other decorative knots.
Try to choose a button for the clasp that has a unique design.
If using leather, Be sure to use the Cross-pin
technique. See Knotting
Tips for details. |
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Supplies Needed:
- 1mm – 2mm Round Leather, or Braided Macramé
Cord.
- 5 – 7 Small Round Beads
- 1 Shank-type button for clasp
- Project Board and Pins
Knots Used: Overhand
Knot and Sailors
Knot. |
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Making the Clasp |
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| Step 1: Cut a piece of cord, 72 inches long
for a small to medium sized bracelet, and 78 in. for a large
one. Slide the button on so it rests in the middle of the cord.
Match up the 2 ends. Tie an Overhand knot using both portions
of the cord, so it rests just below the button. |
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Designing the Bracelet |
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Step 2: Use both strands to tie the first
Sailors Knot. Adjust it so the loops are even. Try to make
it as small as you can, but so you can still see the design
clearly.
Step 3: Slide a round bead over both strands.
If you are using leather, this is pretty easy, but if not,
you may need to use a piece of wire to help pull the ends
through the bead. See Macrame
Beads for tips and ideas to embellish this Basic
Bracelet.
Step 4: Repeat steps 2 and 3, and tie a
total of 6 knots. If making a large bracelet, tie a few more
knots. After you are satisfied with the length, and overall
design of the bracelet, make an Overhand Knot using both ends.
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Finishing Touches |
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| Step 5: Leave enough space for the button
to pass through easily, and tie a final Overhand Knot. Trim
the ends close to the knot. Apply glue if you are using cord
other than leather. |
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Basic Bracelet can be made to order. If you would like to buy one,
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