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Simple Beaded Slip Knot Bracelet Tutorial

In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make a simple beaded slip knot bracelet.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Simple Beaded Slip Knot Bracelet Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • BeadTec Knotting Cord 0.8mm
  • Beads (Matubo beads in 6/0 and 8/0 sizes, Demi round beads in 8/0 size, potentially other beads fitting the cord size)
  • Super New Glue or super glue
  • Scissors or snip and slip scissors
  • Workable surface
  • Ruler (optional for precise measurement)
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare the Cord: Cut a 14-inch piece of 0.8mm knotting cord and apply super glue on the ends to prevent fraying and ease threading.
    Thread the Beads: Once the glue is dry, fold the cord in half and start threading your chosen beads onto the cord, securing with a knot at each end to keep them in place.
    Create the Slip Knot: Cut another piece of cord (about 10 inches) for the slip knot. Lay the beaded cord flat and tie the new piece around it with an overhand knot to start the macrame section.
    Macrame Knotting: Perform a series of macrame knots to create the adjustable slip knot section, ensuring to glue the final knots for security.
    Finish the Bracelet: Trim any excess cord and apply a bit of glue to the ends if desired. Adjust the slip knot for fit.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • BeadTec UV Cure Resin | 50ml
    • Loctite Super Glue .14oz
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    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate Mini Pocket | Smoke | 3.5x2.5"

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
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    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

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    Item Description

    In this video tutorial from PotomacBeads, Allie teaches you how to make a simple beaded slip knot bracelet.

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • BeadTec Knotting Cord 0.8mm
  • Beads (Matubo beads in 6/0 and 8/0 sizes, Demi round beads in 8/0 size, potentially other beads fitting the cord size)
  • Super New Glue or super glue
  • Scissors or snip and slip scissors
  • Workable surface
  • Ruler (optional for precise measurement)
  • Project Steps

    Prepare the Cord: Cut a 14-inch piece of 0.8mm knotting cord and apply super glue on the ends to prevent fraying and ease threading.
    Thread the Beads: Once the glue is dry, fold the cord in half and start threading your chosen beads onto the cord, securing with a knot at each end to keep them in place.
    Create the Slip Knot: Cut another piece of cord (about 10 inches) for the slip knot. Lay the beaded cord flat and tie the new piece around it with an overhand knot to start the macrame section.
    Macrame Knotting: Perform a series of macrame knots to create the adjustable slip knot section, ensuring to glue the final knots for security.
    Finish the Bracelet: Trim any excess cord and apply a bit of glue to the ends if desired. Adjust the slip knot for fit.