3 Easy Ways to Start and Finish a Beaded Necklace or Bracelet. These DIY jewelry-making tutorials and ideas are perfect for beginners of all ages. Below are three easy ways to start and finish beaded jewelry: Infinity; Clamshell knot covers; Crimp beads and pliers Making a Bead Closure. Slide a bead onto all of the cords in your bracelet, then tie an overhand knot below the bead and trim the excess pieces. If the bead hole is too small to fit all of the cords, cut 1 or 2 cords close to the finished end and secure with glue. Next, slip the bead onto the remaining threads and tie with an overhand knot. Make a loop before starting your friendship bracelet. To make a loop, fold the threads in half and grab the threads where they’re folded at the middle. Tie a knot in the folded threads about 1 in (2.5 cm) down to create a loop. Then, continue making your friendship bracelet! [1] 2. Make 2 braids out of the frayed end. They have a loop on one end to get you started. Crimp beads and tubes – these are tiny metal beads that hold things in place. They are great for a huge variety of jewelry making projects – including finishing off bracelets and necklaces, and my beaded pacifier clips. They are also used to hold beads mid-strand in “invisible necklace .

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