Rope & Knot Bracelet Idea

This DIY jewelry making idea is simple and fashionable! Easy to make, this gorgeous handmade jewelry is trendy and eye-catching. Follow the pattern shown or use your own beading color and texture ideas to make a totally unique accessory you'll love to wear every day. This chic bracelet is an elegant way to turn any outfit from frumpy to fabulous with just a flick of the lobster clasp!

1. First, cut two lengths of beading wire, each about 6” long.
2. Pull both strands through one end of the lobster clasp and crimp tube.
3. Thread an assortment of mixed media beads. You can use the pattern shown or make one of your own. Each strand should have about 3 1/2” of beads.
4. Attach the free end of the strands to a jump ring using crimp tubes. The two strands will stack on top of one another.
5. Next, cut a 6” length of leather cord.
6. Make a loop through the lobster clasp and tie a knot.
7. Pull the cord through a large wood bead, five gold jump rings, and two more wood beads.
8. Tie a knot in the free end of cording around the jump ring.
9. To create the bead dangle, thread a pearl bead and a wood bead onto a headpin. Form a charm loop and attach the dangle between two of the wood beads.