After making my huge knitted floor cushion, I was left with a few odds and ends of Hooplayarn.
It seemed perfect for making jewellery, so I thought I'd have a go at a bracelet of sorts. With some beads.
Pretty, huh?
This was so unbelievably easy to make, and all you need to be able to do is crochet a chain.
Yep, seriously that is all.
Here's what to do:
Gather supplies.
- You'll need what ever yarn you have to spare and a hook to match.
I used Hooplayarn and a 15mm hook.
- Beads of choice.
I had bought these glass beads verrrrry cheaply on eBay. Find similar here.
Ok.
To start, you'll need to cut a length of yarn. This will depend on how many times you want your chain to wrap around your wrist. Try starting with a metre, this should give you plenty.
Next, thread the beads onto one end. I used 15 beads here, but you might need more or less, depending on sizes. (you can always add more)
With the other end of the yarn, make a slip knot and put it on yer hook.
Right, this is soooo easy.
Pull your first bead right up to your hook, nice and snug.
Now make a chain stitch (yarn over, pull up a loop).
You have crocheted a bead.
Repeat with the next bead and the next until you have a length you're happy with.
Knot the end and tie both ends together.
Bracelet made.
This would work with all sorts of yarn and beads. Make it longer and you'd have a well-lush necklace, too.
See ya
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Great idea. My daughter always wants to 'make' something but has not progressed from making a chain yet. This could be a project for us to do together.
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happy weekend, xxxx Ale
Nice idea! Ik make beads from polymer clay, I can use them.
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Nice idea, and so quick, perfect for all the times I decide to make a present for someone an hour before they are due to arrive. Love the floor cushion on the previous post, fab, I haven't done needles as big as that, they look a bit cumbersome? I guess once you get into the swing though it makes up quickly.
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Such a good idea! I have beads like that I just need some tshirt yarn :)
ReplyDeleteLovely and easy.Good idea.
ReplyDeleteAWESOME tutorial! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteAnne xx
Fab idea. Thanks for sharing, x
ReplyDeletethat is lovely. have you tried crocheting with jewellery wire and beads? it is really easy and gives a lovely effect.
ReplyDeleteNikki x
That looks so effective! Love it!!! Thanks for sharing a tutorial - something else for the to-do list.....
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Fantastic idea- can't wait to try it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a good idea! I have a few off bits of hooplayarn left over from a basket I just made! Thanks for sharing! N
ReplyDeleteWONDERFUL Post.thanks for share and Great post,I really like your article and nice pic
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