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I've got a fun bracelet project for you to try that's a bit of a revival project. I loved making wish bracelets when I was growing up, especially in the summer. It's cheap, it's easy, it's fun - all ways that it make a great camp craft or group craft idea! You only need a couple supplies for this project, and I'll show you how to make wish bracelets today.

It's been like 20 years since I used to make these, so I am just going to say, I feel they're due for a comeback. Can I declare such a thing? It's similar to a friendship bracelet, and makes up really quickly (I did this short stack in an hour).

The idea behind a wish bracelet is that you make a wish, and tie it on. Eventually, the hemp wears out, and you will lose the beads. Which sounds sad, but when this happens, your wish is then "released" and is supposed to come true. And because 20 years ago I loved making wishes, I loved, loved these bracelets.

You need some hemp twine and large seed beads, making this a really inexpensive project, too. You need beads at least size 6/0.

Edit to add: some people have asked for video! So I put this YouTube tutorial together. You can view it in action (it's under 8 minutes from start to finish), or you can scroll down for the photo step-by-step.

First things first. Cut three strands of hemp twine to about 15 inches. You could probably use jute, too - I just had hemp cord from the jewelry section of Hobby Lobby on-hand from last time it was half off. You only need seven beads for each bracelet, but since seed beads can be inconsistent in size and shape, just take a look and make sure the hole is as large as possible.

Tie a knot in the end. Make your ends longer than this, aim for about 2 to 2 1/2 inches (I really wasn't sure if I had cut enough length when I started taking photos). Now, braid your three strands down about three inches. Nothing fancy, just a simple braid.

Now, because I'm right-handed, I'm going to add beads from the right. When I show you how to do this, feel free to add them from the left instead if that's more comfortable for you. But you'll only be adding beads on one side, and I will show you what I mean.

That strand I have just pulled from the right to the center, I threaded a bead onto my strand. Snug it up close to the braid, and pull your left strand to the center like normal.

Now that you're pulling from the right again, add another bead on the strand you pull to the center.

When you pull from the left, no bead. When you pull from the right, add a bead. Add all seven of your beads. Why seven? Because that's a "lucky" number, of course! ;) There may be a real reason I don't know, but mine always had seven as a kid, so I made them up with seven now. You could always play with a different number of beads if you like!

Once your beads are all added, braid the rest of your strand normally, adding another 3 inches in length (give or take, depending on your wrist size, of course). Tie the end off and trim the strands up evenly.

Now just make a wish before you tie it on!

They make great gifts for your friends, or are a fun craft to do for groups.

So - what are you wishing for?

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I've got a fun bracelet project for you to try that's a bit of a revival project. I loved making wish bracelets when I was growing up, especially in the summer. It's cheap, it's easy, it's fun - all ways that it make a great camp craft or group craft idea!

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Someone was selling this for $150! We can make these too...you just have to have patience 😉

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Combine pieces in a quick and easy necklace

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Using leather gives a different feel

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Today, I'm going to share with y'all how to make a very simple bracelet. (I originally shared this as a guest post for my blog angel Amie from Pinkapotamus.)

First, you need a few supplies. (And when I say few, I mean it!) You need suede cord, a silver ring, and a cord clasp. As far as tools go, you need scissors, a measuring tape, and pliers.

To decide what size to cut your cord, measure around your wrist with the measuring tape. Whatever your measurement is, cut two pieces of cord that length. For example, my wrist measures six inches, so I cut two six inch pieces of cord. Then you need to loop your cord around your ring.

Fold one piece of cord in half to make a loop. Place the loop behind your ring.

Thread the end of your cord over the ring and through the cord loop and pull tight. Repeat on the other side.

At this point, if your cord is uneven, you need to cut it to make it even. Then it's time to put on the clasp.

Making sure that your cord is not twisted, take the ends of one of the pieces of cord and overlap them. Place them in the end of the cord clasp. Use your pliers to tighten the metal around the cord.

Repeat this on the other side of your bracelet, and you will have a completed bracelet.

Notice that my cord clasp came with chain attached from one side to the other. This makes the bracelet adjustable. If your cord clasp does not have chain attached, you will need to cut your cord longer before you put your bracelet together.

You can use different color cord or rings with different metal finishes to create different bracelets.

The bracelet can be worn with a casual outfit or a dressy one, and you can always layer it with different bracelets. Layering bracelets seem to be "in" right now.

Of course, you don't have to keep the bracelet for yourself. You can create one as an inexpensive gift for a friend. I sent my bracelet to Breenah, the young lady I was blog angel for. :)

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Today, I'm going to share with y'all how to make a very simple bracelet. (I originally shared this as a guest post for my blog angel Amie from Pinkapotamus .) First, you need a few supplies. (And when I say few, I mean it!) You need suede cord, a silver ring, and a cord clasp.

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Make easy pieces with seed beads

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You can also make jewelry with fabric or felt flowers

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Make pretty earrings!

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Who else is ready to get their party on this weekend for Cinco de Mayo? And while we're all thinking about margaritas and guacamole I have just one question for you - what will you be wearing? A celebration like Cinco de Mayo deserves something special. Something colorful. Something that moves! So put on a party skirt and make a pair of fun, swingy earrings.

Have you ever crafted with seed beads? Yes, they are super tiny. So don't have a margarita before making these! But don't be intimidated either. It's simpler than you might think! They come in so many great colors and and you can make these earrings in no time.

Supplies -

Fishing line

Seed beads. I used 4 colors - turquoise, cobalt blue, silver and gold. I also included a few silver tube beads I had on hand.

4 small cord clamps like these

2 gold fish hook earring wires like these

Jewelry pliers

Step 1: Cut six pieces of fishing line. Two 4-inch pieces, two 5.5-inch pieces and two 6.5-inch pieces.

Step 2: Lay out the fishing line for each earring - the shortest piece on top and the longest on the bottom.

Step 3: Line up the ends of the fishing line on one side and clamp with a small cord clamp. It's definitely easier to clamp one side before you start stringing beads, like I did. If you're having trouble keeping the ends in place while you clamp then dip them in a bit of glue.

Step 3: Play around with the design of your beads. This is the part where I always get stressed because I'm worried I'll do it "wrong." But the good news is that there is no wrong design! Pick the colors you like and have fun. Then string the seed beads onto the open side of the earring.

You're probably thinking stringing tiny beads will be muy tedious. Nope! Stringing a few earring strands will only take you a couple of episodes of Modern Family.

Step 4: Clamp the other end of the earring wires.

Step 5: Attach the loops of the clamps to an earring wire.

Now that you have festive attire, it's time to party!

So what will you be wearing on Cinco de Mayo?
For more Cinco de Mayo ideas check out our classic margarita recipe, these DIY fringed vases, a few favorite fiestas, this color palette, this yummy citrus cocktail, and this Mexican chocolate pudding recipe!
[Photos by Henry Happened for The Sweetest Occasion.]
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How to Make Bead Earrings - The Sweetest Occasion

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Who else is ready to get their party on this weekend for Cinco de Mayo? And while we're all thinking about margaritas and guacamole I have just one question for you - what will you be wearing? A celebration like Cinco de Mayo deserves something special. Something colorful. Something that moves!

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Here is the link to a video on making these cool bracelets

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This is the single wrap bracelet I made while filming the wrap bracelet tutorial.

It has such a different look to it than the one I made this past weekend.

It is amazing the different look and style you can create with the same basic pattern just by changing length of the bracelet and the type and size of the bead!

Here is my attempt at a little video production for you. Warning: Video is 15 minutes long - Yikes - I feel like I over explain things. Grab a little cuppa' something warm and cozy before you watch so you don't get antsy.

Post production notes: I did go ahead and put a tiny dab of GS Hypo Cement on the nymo thread knots on either side of the bracelet - but just on the nymo. Glues don't stick for long on the linen thread because of the wax.

I hope this video helps you make your own beaded wrap bracelets! I'd like to make more videos if you feel it is helpful.

Please share some pictures of your beaded wrap bracelet creations with me by linking back to this tutorial on your blog or website. I would love to feature some of your designs in a future post! Leave a comment at the top of this post with questions or just to say "Hi".

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This is the single wrap bracelet I made while filming the wrap bracelet tutorial. It has such a different look to it than the one I made this past weekend. It is amazing the different look and style you can create with the same basic pattern just by changing length of the bracelet and the type and size of the bead!