Twist Loop Bracelet

Description:  This Twist Loop Bracelet was a challenging Macrame pattern for me to write, since I had only a photo to refer to.  But it’s a very easy project, suitable for children as well as beginners.   This interesting technique can be used to make key chains, belts, and other items. What makes this Micro-Macrame design so unique is that it does not use any of the basic knots. Kim Roslewicz inspired me to create this pattern, when she sent me a photo and asked me to outline the steps necessary to create this awesome bracelet.

Supplies Needed:

• Two colors of 2mm to 6mm Macramé Cord (Nylon, Rattail, or Cotton)
• Project Board and Pins
• Button or Bead for Clasp

Step 2:  Place the left cord over the right, making an “X” shape, in the center of the strands.  Secure the cords with pins, at the crossing point.

Note:  If you are using Rattail or Leather Cord to make the Twist Loop Bracelet, use the Cross-Pin technique to secure the strands.

Step 3:  Bring the top half of both cords towards you, and form a circle.  The left cord should cross over the right, and the crossing point should be secured near the pins holding the first “X”. 

Step 4:  Use the bottom half of the cords and direct the ends up and into the circle. The right end should pass into the central space, and weave out through the left part of the circle, heading upward diagonally.  The left end should also go through the center space, and end up passing through the right part of the circle.

Step 5:  Tighten the knots, arranging the cords so the ones on the inside are the longest cords, which should be the same color.

Pull on a portion of one of the cords, to make a small loop. This forms one end of the clasp for the Twist Loop Bracelet. Make sure the button fits through the loop.

Secure the knot to your board. Arrange the strands so the inner cords are heading vertically towards you.

Step 6:  Direct the outer strands into a circle. We’ll call these strands Color A. In the image, these are the yellow cords. Cross the left cord over the right.  You can secure the circle at the crossing point if you wish. 

Step 7:  Direct the inner strands (Color B) up and over the crossing point of the Color A cords. In other words, the ends need to pass between the 2 tails of the cords making the circle.

Click on the image below to see a larger picture of the details for this important step.

Step 9:  Repeat steps 6 thru 8 until the Twist Loop Bracelet is the length you want.   Make sure you leave at least 5 inches for the clasp.

Step 10:  To make the clasp, tie a Square Knot with all 4 cords (2 fillers).  Slide the bead or button onto at least 2 of the cords. Tie another Square Knot just below it. Direct the ends to the back of the Twist Loop Bracelet, weaving them into the knots.  Apply glue to hold them in place.