I Love My Cat Bracelet Tutorial

Created by: Tracy Proctor of TierraCast

Designer Tips

Pre-stretch cord by pulling firmly from both ends a few times.
Attach small binder clip or bead stopper 2-3” from one end of stretch cord.
On other end of cord string bail, *one 4mm bead and one paw bead*. Repeat * through * three times.
String 32 4mm gemstones or firepolish glass beads of your choice. (Tip: Three 4mm gemstones or Czech beads equals approx. 1/2". Instructions create a 7" bracelet. Adjust bead count accordingly for desired size.)
Remove bead stopper and tie ends together in a Surgeon’s Knot. Tighten securely, pulling cords from all directions to make sure knot is secure.
Thread one end of cord back through bail to hide knot inside, then carefully trim cord ends.
Optional: apply a small amount of clear nail polish or G-S Hypo Cement to knot and allow to dry.
Open one jump ring and attach to bail. Add Whiskers charm, and close jump ring.
Open one jump ring and attach to Love My Cat charm. Before closing attach to jump ring placed in Step 8. Close jump ring.