cables and lace crochet and knitting

crochet and knitting equipmentfor all

Hand Beaded




Hand Beaded

Friendship Bracelets

Do you want a great accessory to symbolize your comradeship to another?  Try a friendship bracelet.  They are personal and sentimental ; and the better part is that you can make them by yourself! Firstly ensure you have what you need for making bead jewelry

The great thing is that beaded jewerly making can be enjoyed by everyone. Friendship bracelets have been about for many , many years.  Folk tradition claims that when a person gives you a friendship bracelet, you may wear it and not remove it till it falls off on it’s own.  Taking it off implies that you are ending your friendship with the individual that gave it to you. .

These bracelets are easy to make.  Most designers use embroidery thread in making them but you may also decide to use hemp.  There also are plenty of knot styles to make a choice from such as the double-chain knot and the plat but the most commonly-used one is the half-hitch knot.  If you are making the bracelet out of embroidery thread, try using 2 colors.  You may also mix your favorite with that of your friend’s's to make it more personalized and extraordinary. 

When making the bracelet, start by cutting three strands of one color and three strands of the other.  You need to have a total of six strands in your hand.  Tie a knot about an inch from the end of all 6 strands.  Ensure that you secure the strands with a weight because you will be pulling on them.  Form a single knot with the first 3 strands and another with the remaining 3 strands till the bracelet is the length you would like it to be.  Secure the ends with another knot and trim them. 

One way that you can make your friendship bracelet more special is to add handmade glass beads to them.  You can even select beads that are symbolic to you and your pal.  Try searching for beads that represent what it is that you like about your chum or maybe something that reflects both of your personalities. 

To add beads to your bracelet, simply thread floss into a needle and string the beads according to the pattern that you like.  Be careful when stringing your beads so you will not make that many mistakes.  It is also helpful to design the pattern before you start making the bracelet. 

Making friendship bracelets is actually a way to bond with your chum.  It’s simple and easy to make plus the product is really something you will both love for ages.

Timeless by Naeem Khan Palm Beach Hand-Beaded Chiffon Pe…


WMF Profi-Plus 12-Inch Stainless Steel Ball Whisk


WMF Profi-Plus 12-Inch Stainless Steel Ball Whisk


$24.95


The WMF Profi Plus Ball Whisk is a much-needed update of the perennial kitchen tool. The beaded tines whirl around in your mixture, creating a consistent, smooth concoction every time. Even better, the tines and beads are nonstick, meaning that you won’t have to waste time scrubbing sticky sauces off this utensil. Use these whisks in shallow or deep bowls for preparations like marinades, sauces an…

Wine Glass Holder Necklace -Black -Set of 2


Wine Glass Holder Necklace -Black -Set of 2


$24.95


As Seen on the Rachael Ray Show And on the Today Show Keep your hands free at parties by keeping your wine close at heart! This clever little clip with adjustable strap holds a regular-size stemmed glass to your chest giving you the freedom to snack and socialize as you sip! Available in Black or Purple. Size: Strap – 36′L…

18x5 WHT Shelf Liner


18×5 WHT Shelf Liner


$3.98


Contact, 18″ x 5′, Beaded White Grip Shelf Liner….

OEM 27039 Piston Ring Compressor


OEM 27039 Piston Ring Compressor


$11.99



Belwith Products P8259-LP Queen Annes Beaded Knob, Lancaster


Belwith Products P8259-LP Queen Annes Beaded Knob, Lancaster


$1.52


Finish:Lancaster Hand Polished, Material*:Alloy Since 1893, Belwith-Keeler has built a reputation as the world’s premier manufacturer of quality cabinet hardware. Available in Lancaster Hand Polished finsih….

Candleholder Antique Champagne Beaded Tealight Chandelier Metal 13 X 13 X 9


Candleholder Antique Champagne Beaded Tealight Chandelier Metal 13 X 13 X 9


$57.69


Product Summary: Decor….

Orbeez Soothing Spa


Orbeez Soothing Spa


$32.90


From the Manufacturer
Orbeez are wet and wacky, soft and squishy, fun and funky, bouncy and beautiful. They start off hard and tiny. Add water and watch them grow to more than 100 times their volume. Grow scented Orbeez in this relaxing spa, and immerse your hands and feet in the soothing softness of Orbeez. Orbeez magically flow down the cascading waterfall to fill the moisturizing hand bowls and…

Bracelet Buddy


Bracelet Buddy


$13.99


Are all your bacelets and watches sitting somewhere in the bottom of your jewelry box…because you don’t have time or patience to put them on?? The Bracelet Buddy lends a helping hand to anyone who has difficulty putting on a bracelet with a clasp. The clip at the end of the Bracelet Buddy secures one end of your bracelet, allowing your free hand to wrap the bracelet around your wrist and easily …

Futuro Wrist Support, Cushioning Beads, Adjust To Fit, 1 Wrist Brace


Futuro Wrist Support, Cushioning Beads, Adjust To Fit, 1 Wrist Brace


$16.99


Wake up feeling rested and ready to conquer the day with the FUTURO™ Night Wrist Sleep Support. Its adjustable palmar stabilizer and cushioning beads promote the ideal hand position to help relieve symptoms related to carpal tunnel, post-cast recovery and arthritis. This sturdy wrist brace helps ensure a comfortable and restful night s sleep – and a great new morning! Special Features: Cushioning…

Handstands Add-A-Pad Wrist Cushion


Handstands Add-A-Pad Wrist Cushion


$5.99


HandStands Add-a-pad Beaded Ergonomic Wrist Cushion…

Women's Leather and Hand-beaded Fabric Sandals (India)


Women’s Leather and Hand-beaded Fabric Sandals (India)


$18.49


Add some sparkle to any outfit with these gorgeous hand-beaded sandals. With a leather footbed and embroidered fabric, these flats come in several color options.

Hand-beaded Silver Pearl and White Rosette Headband


Hand-beaded Silver Pearl and White Rosette Headband


$11.69


This lovely white rosette headband features a hand-beaded silver pearl and rhinestone center. The gorgeous flower is placed on a soft stretchy white headband.

Hand-beaded Red Pearl and White Rosette Headband


Hand-beaded Red Pearl and White Rosette Headband


$11.09


This lovely white rosette headband features a hand-beaded red pearl and rhinestone center. The gorgeous flower is placed on a soft stretchy black headband.

Women's Leather and Hand-beaded Fabric Heeled Sandals (India)


Women’s Leather and Hand-beaded Fabric Heeled Sandals (India)


$18.49


Add some sparkle to any outfit with these gorgeous hand-beaded sandals. With a 1.5-inch heel, leather footbed and embroidered fabric, these sandals come in several color options.

Sterling Silver Hamsa Hand Beaded Bracelet (Colombia)


Sterling Silver Hamsa Hand Beaded Bracelet (Colombia)


$76.99


Adorn your wrist with a beautiful handmade bracelet from Colombia. This piece of jewelry features a Hamsa Hand design on a sterling silver plaque surrounded by colorful beads.


Tags: , , , , , , , , ,

This entry was posted on Saturday, November 20th, 2010 at 9:35 am and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site.

Leave a Reply





XHTML: You can use these tags: <a href="" title=""> <abbr title=""> <acronym title=""> <b> <blockquote cite=""> <cite> <code> <del datetime=""> <em> <i> <q cite=""> <strike> <strong>