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Created by: Cindy MorrisDesigner TipsUse your favorite 8mm beads and adjust the number of beads for a perfect fit. The finished length of this bracelet is 8.5".Crimp or knot the Beadalon ends (it doesn't matter what color crimps you use, because they are hidden inside the Bead Bandit). For step-by-step instructions, see how the bracelet is made on our blog post: The Bead Bandit: Make Masculine Beaded Men’s Jewelry!Free Technique Sheets & How-TosBasic Jewelry-Making Technique Sheet (PDF)Beadi …

Created by: Jaci BostonDesigner TipsWhen choosing a bead, make sure the hole is large enough to accommodate the size cording you choose.Familiarize yourself with square knots.This project requires you to sew the ends of your cording up through the braid that you had made, both on the actual bracelet and then again when you make the clasp. Since I used hemp cord, I chose a big eye needle and a set of chain-nose pliers to assist with this.The bracelet pictured uses 8mm and 4-5mm red wood beads (no …