Figure Eight Bracelet
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This Figure Eight Bracelet features two beautiful Celtic Knots, both rarely used
in handcrafted jewelry. It’s fairly easy to make, but
you should review the knots before you get started. In the
photos, I used Satin Rattail cord, which gives this Micro-Macrame
bracelet its luxurious sheen and soft texture. |
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Supplies Needed:
- 2mm Satin Rattail Cord, or similar material
- Small round beads with holes large enough to admit 1
cord
- Decorative Button for clasp
- Project Board and Pins
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Knots
Used:
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Designing the Body |
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Step 1: Cut 1 strand of cord, 72 inches
long. Cut 2 strands, each
36 inches long. Prepare the ends in some manner to prevent
fray, but don’t use tape.
Step 2: Start the Vertical Figure Eight Pattern
12 inches from one end of the long cord. The key
to success with this pattern is to make sure the end passes under the cord when completing each loop. Securing one loop
prior to making the next one will give you some control.
The loops should be small, so that the width of the pattern
is 1 inch in size. You don't want the Figure Eight Bracelet
to be too wide on your wrist.
Step 3: Add the beads after every third Figure Eight. Make the chain approximately 4 inches long, or
so that it fits completely across the top of your wrist
and begins to wrap around. |
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Step 4:
Add one of the 36-inch cords to one end. Pass it through
the bottom loop from the top, and the top loop from the bottom. Adjust it so the ends are even, and tie 2 tight
Square Knots, taking care not to deform the Figure 8 shape.
It helps to pin the loops to the board prior to tying the
knot.
Click on the image for a close-up that will open
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| Step 5: Push the new strands
aside for now. Tie a Celtic Button Knot with the “tail”
of the long cord you were using. Tighten it so it rests right
next to the second Square knot made in step 4.
Step 6: Use both new strands to tie 2
more Square Knots just below the Button Knot. The long cord will be the filler.
Step 7: Tie an Overhand knot using both new strands working together, catching in the “tail” of
the long cord. Before tightening, apply glue to the tail.
Make the knot as tight as you can. When dry, cut off any
remaining portion of the long cord, NOT the 2 new
strands.
Step 8: At the other end of the Figure
Eight Bracelet design, add the other 36-inch cord in the same
manner as you did in step 4.
Step 9: Repeat steps 5 through 7. |
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Creating the Clasp |
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Step 10: Add the button for the clasp to
2 strands at one end of the Figure Eight Bracelet design. Secure it with either a tight Overhand Knot
or Barrel Knot, whichever you prefer. Apply
glue to the knot, and when dry, cut off any remaining cord.
Step 11: Make the Barrel Twist Clasp at the other end. It should be slightly
larger than the button. Secure the clasp
with a tight Square Knot (no fillers). Apply glue to the
knot, and when dry, cut off any remaining cord |
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