Bracelets with Semi Precious Stones

1   Cut two pieces of 2mm macramé cord measuring approx. 80cm and one piece of 1mm macramé cord measuring 40cm. Fasten the first 10cm of the cord onto a clipboard. Braid with the thick cords and thread the stones onto the 1mm cord.

2   Thread the crystal button onto the middle cord and pull the braiding tight underneath.

3   Finish braiding the bracelet and alternate between a stone and a button.

4   Thread the two ends of the thin cord through the metal text bead from each side.

5   Continue braiding over the thin cords until the bracelet has reached the required length.

6   Cut off the ends and melt them.

7   … and immediately press them firmly onto the back using a pair of scissors.

8   The thin macramé cord has a plastic core which is then pulled out.

9   Lightly melt the end and thread on a mini silver bead.

10   Tie a knot and melt this very carefully.