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DIY — bracelet made from braided beads | Simply Allis. I came across this tutorial from ECAB that demonstrates how to make a braided bead necklace and I knew instantly that was going to be my next project. I have modified the instructions a bit to make a braided bead bracelet. I will show you pictures from my bracelet making process and give brief instructions. Please click the link above to go on over to ECAB for the full tutorial. It is wonderful. These are my supplies.

The string pictured is Beadalon #6 silk bead cord. Save yourself some heartache and get the thicker cord from the start. First I strung about 4″ of beads on to my thread. Next I chose to go ahead and cut 2 pieces of chain a little longer than I though I would actually need and attached a jumpring. Make sure all your bead tips are closed around the knot.

A closer look. Next, braid the beads. Secure the bead tips at the end of the braid to the other jumpring and chain from earlier. Cut the chain to size then attach a clasp and you are all done! To Pinterest Like this: SoYouWanna.com | Learn What You Wanna Do. eHow | How to Videos, Articles & More - Trusted Advice for the Curious Life. How Life Works. Marc and Angel Hack Life - Practical Tips for Productive Living. Learn how Everything Works!". Lifehacker, tips and downloads for getting things done. Hack a Day.