How To Make the Swirl 'N' Braid Friendship Bracelet

This bracelet is very easy to make. It should take about 30-45 minutes to make.

Step 1  

Cut 2 strands of each color about 21 inches long.

Step 2  

Tie an overhand knot about 2 inches from the end.

Step 3  

Pick out one string of the color you want your first swirl to be.

Step 4  

Make ten forward knots with that string.A forward knot is looping the string over and under another string and pulling it through taut.Do not repeat as usual.Use single knots.

Step 5  

Create three bundles of string with the same color together.

Step 6  

Braid the three bundles and make it about the same length as the swirl.

Step 7  

Gather all the strands together and pick out another color for your next swirl.

Step 8  

Repeat 4-7 until your bracelet is as long as you want it to be.

Step 9  

Tie an overhand knot at the end of your bracelet when you are finished.

Step 10  

Trim the ends to about 2 inches from the ending knot.

Tips

• Try to end with a swirl. It will be more secure.
• Make a lot of these bracelets to sell.
• Make these for your friends as gifts or just because.
• You can buy embroidery floss at any craft or fabric store.

Things You'll Need

• Embroidery floss or craft thread(three colors)
• Clipboard, safety pins, masking tape, or a binder clip with a binder/book
• Ruler
• Scissors