How to Make a DIY Beaded Stretch Cord Bracelet Tutorial

[@bacadana505]

I literally was trying to tie a bracelet for over 2 hours. I finally came across this video and did it in less than 2 minutes! Thank you!!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Awww, I am so glad this was helpful for you!

[@therealgoldilooks1673]

Me too‼️ I just started repurposing jewelry and creating new. I have no clue what I’m doing. This helped inspire and know sort of what I’m doing. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@tonysmith9005]

@@ORCHIDandOPAL my name is Tony Smith My new name is Bank money

[@suevioletgaming1267]

Same!

[@darrylkimble4560]

I like this editorial a lot. It was very constructive. My wife says that making beads will help me to relax better, especially, since I have been wearing them for quite a while. This video was very helpful and encouraging. I will get the supplies and give it a try. I saved the video as a reference which I would recommend everyone interested does.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

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[@victoriakelly9261]

That is simple, and easy. Thanks so much. I have been beading for over 30 years and love learning new techniques, patterns, etc. Now I can make bracelets, for all my favorite clothes, and can make them for gifts for my family and friends. It's SO EASY!!! Thanks again.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Yay! Thanks so much for your comment, Victoria! I am so happy to hear my video was helpful for you!! 💜 💜 💜

[@shirleyduran1020]

The very best tutorial I’ve watched on making bracelets. Wish I had seen it years ago. My bracelets would have been better. Thank you!

[@hippogroupsupport3234]

Probably one of the best tutorials I've watched on beading bracelets ; thanks so much !

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much, Shana!!

[@hanan9205]

@@ORCHIDandOPAL when your doing it can u make the brace with crystal tec string

[@Jennifer-Madison]

Definitely! This is one of the best elastic/stretch cord DIY tutorial videos on KZbin! A great place to start for beginners.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks, Jennifer! 💜💜💜

[@jazzyjewels2034]

This is the most comprehensive, useful, and neat method I’ve seen for this making a jewelry. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge generously!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much! 💜💜💜

[@gloriapope2772]

This was great! Thank you!

[@gatheringmoss5726]

I've been making stretch bracelets for years, but I still learned new tricks from this video. Thanks!!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Oh, yay!! Thanks, Cece! 💜

[@trinahewitt7270]

Thank you for explaining the stretch of the cording. Then showing how to stretch it. You are the only one I have found that did that. I really had questions about that and you answered my questions!

[@javon0]

That bracelet with the white beads is beautiful

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you!! 😁

[@tutuldok]

thank you for the zoom ins, so glad to be able to see the knots clearly 🔍

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You are so very welcome! 💜💜💜

[@chacha92866]

Thank you thank you thank you!! you saved my life with this tutorial. The bail or crimp cover is genius! I have stretched so many bracelets of no return being very frustrated!! Thank you, Annette

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Oh my goodness. I'm so glad to know it was helpful to you, Annette!! 💜

[@hannahch8]

this video was just what i needed, thank you!!! tbh, I didn’t know beading boards even existed lol. that’s gonna be SO HELPFUL

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I am so glad this was helpful, Hannah! Thank you for watching!! :)

[@miaromeo5522]

Love that you go back to the basics for us all for a little refresher!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you, Mia! 💜 p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica}

[@donnavenegas998]

Nice job explaining for us newbies. You kept it simple and direct. Thank you

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Glad you enjoyed it, Donna! 💜 💜 💜

[@veronicatampus5461]

You’ve explained your technique so clearly and is easy to follow. Your voice is well modulated and very clear. Thanks for sharing.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much, Veronica! 💜

[@Carmen-kp8iz]

Carmen.

[@k0rnd0gs]

Thank you for this so much. I couldn't find anybody to teach me how to make a proper knot.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

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[@The5ftgoddess]

Can’t believe I watched the whole thing. Didn’t even seem like 13 minutes. Good video!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Awww, thank you so much!! 💜💜💜

[@femalefocusedfitness]

Thank you! I just ordered my stretch bracelet things from beebeecraft and I'm excited to start making some :)

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Yay! Thank you for sharing!! Have fun! 💜💜💜

[@karishma1818]

I had an old evil eye bracelet that I absolutely love and had no idea how to make a bracelet using its beads,but thanks to you I've just made it! thank you! I don't have any glue though,fingers crossed!❤

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Yay!! Thanks for sharing!! 😁💜

[@yetundebodude7398]

Just came across this and I'm confident to start my beading business. Knotting with any type of cord has bn a challenge even with glue. The knots come out bulky on one side. And the hiding cap is a new info for me...😊 Thanks for this forever relevant video. 😘

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much for sharing! 😁💜

[@jrosas911]

Simple and quick way to make some easy bracelets. I love doing these when I’m running low on time and need to make new products. Awesome and clear instructions as always. Thanks Gina

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Aren't they fun! I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Jenny! Thank you for your comment, as always! 💜

[@kittyiam2206]

I really like how you explain things here. Nice video!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you very much! 💜

[@dragonflyflutterby2952]

Thank you for the easy instructions, up close video use and for using the black string! It made it much easier 👍🏼♥️😊

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You are so very welcome! Thanks for watching! 💜💜💜

[@suedesch-carney883]

Hi Gina I've been trying to be not knowing all the tips and everything on my own and I have made some bracelets and I basically give them to my sister or friends not feeling confident enough to sell them so tonight I decided that I was going to watch beading for beginners. You taught me so much I'm going to keep watching so I can get better and better thank you so much I enjoyed it I really did I should have done this long time ago I don't know why I didn't think of it thank you

[@suedesch-carney883]

I meant I've been trying to bead for quite a while that's what I meant sorry text to speech

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Awww, thank you so much, Sue! Really glad this is helpful! 💜💜💜

[@sue7777]

Well done, Gina. Using the bail to hide the knot is an excellent idea! I've used crimp covers and have not been pleased with the end result. Thank you so much for sharing this very helpful, and full of good hints, video. I almost fell off my chair laughing at the "Aunt Edna" reference....

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

😂😂😂Poor Aunt Edna!!! HAHA! I'm so glad it was helpful, Sue! 💜💜💜

[@bkjackson7059]

Great beginner video! Simple and concise w/o any fluff.

[@lauriewooten2611]

Really helpful Gina. I haven’t made stretch bracelet for a long time but I use to use super glue. I like your tip on using e6000. I think the super glue eventually cracks the stretch cord. Thanks again! 💜

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I'm glad, Laurie! E6000 is a lot more flexible for sure. Thanks for watching!

[@samantha-vn5ft]

YOU ARE ACTUALLY A LIFE SAVER!!! Great videos!!! I was just trying to learn how to make my adjustable string!!! this really helps. :)

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Awww, thank you for your sweet comment!! I'm so glad! 💜💜💜

[@cambilynn1172]

Just found your channel today. I’m JUST starting to try this. Haven’t yet because I’m nervous. But you make it easy. Thank for your detailed instructions. Very helpful. I’m excited now to try!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Just practice, practice, practice, and you'll get there! Thanks so much for watching, and for your comment! 💜💜💜

[@susanstancliff2937]

Thank you! Love the way the knot is hidden!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much, Susan!

[@fuzzylop9164]

Thank you . I have been wanting how to do a bracelet with strech cord. I was also wondering which are the more durable cords.💕

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I'm so glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

[@kristinmanley86]

Great tutorial! Clear, helpful instructions; thank you!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You're very welcome! 💜💜💜

[@antoinettesmith6456]

Thank you for this tutorial I was trying to figure out for the longest how to secure my bracelets.

[@teresaperigard8037]

So easy the way you show how. Thank you

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You are so welcome! 💜💜💜

[@Sam_drawz.]

Thank you so much because I’ve been tying my bracelet 4 times and I’m pretty sure it will untie in a matter of time so thank you!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

💜😁💜😁

[@cucucrafts]

Nice tutorial, love the use of the bail. Thanks!😘

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much, Juana! 💜

[@amp7420]

Very cool! New subscriber here! My love for crystals and gemstones energized me to make my own jewelry which guided me to you!! I can't wait to see what I create🤗🤗 Thank you for sharing!!!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

So glad to have you, Angela!

[@amp7420]

@@ORCHIDandOPAL thank you!!! Glad to be here!

[@krisbreeze6324]

Same :)

[@jeanene4498]

I have been wanting to try my hand at stretch bracelets for a while now. I'm looking forward to trying your 1 strand technique and appreciate all the helpful tips you shared:) Thanks Gina!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Awesome, Jeanne! I'm glad to hear it. You'll have to keep me posted on how you do. 💜

[@jeanninemosher167]

Thank you so much for showing and easy way. I'm new at making jewelry and have struggled making elastic bracelets. I have subscribed and looking forward to our videos.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You are so welcome! 💜💜💜

[@cosmicallyconnected]

So simple yet insanely helpful! Thank you

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you, Shelby! 💜💜💜

[@karendreas3452]

Wonderful tutorial, Gina! Your direction is very clear. I've made stretch bracelets for a very long time but never used a bail.

[@karendreas3452]

Thanks!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You're very welcome, Karen! Glad I could share a different idea. :)

[@annetteray1953]

Best video I have seen; great tips!!!

[@mariagracecuenca8511]

Thank you so much i enjoy watching and want to learn more..may i know where can i buy all the materials needed

[@SoulMedicine14u]

Thank you for your easy to follow demonstration. Very interesting and enjoyable to watch x

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much 😊💜💜💜

[@nabilaasghar8036]

Beautifully explained love it.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

So glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching! 💜

[@aini8084]

I enjoyed yr tutorial...tqsm. Makes beading look easy n simple for an about-to-begin like me. May u receive hidayah n taufiq... Aameen.

[@janemcgovern160]

Thanks!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you SO much!!! I appreciate it, Jane! 💜😁

[@new_frontiersman9064]

I have 2 amethyst/baltic amber bracelets that my pets have scratched at and they came apart. I have been wanting to fix them for quite a while. With your great video, I feel confident enough to give it a whirl! Thanks!!!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Yay! I am thrilled to hear it! 💜😁

[@Adina-tf1mz]

SZA- Go Gina ❤️❤️❤️

[@enakshidas1465]

Great Tutorial. Very Helpful. Thanku ❤️

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I'm so glad it was helpful! :)

[@traceycoley206]

Thank you for the great knot tips.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You are very welcome, Tracey! I hope it's helpful 💜

[@xsStrawberry]

Thank you I was struggling to tie it, but when I watched this I tied it perfectly

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Awesome!! 💜💜💜

[@MsShabriaGxo]

Thank you for sharing the tutorial ❤️

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@lilir5667]

Awww that's cute 😍

[@nadinebriggs2741]

Excellent demonstration. I will be ordering products from this company.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I'm so glad it was helpful, Nadine! Thanks so much for watching! 💜💜💜

[@gabrijela_plays_games3138]

I learned how to make my first bracelet because of you!!!!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

You made my day!!!

[@gabrijela_plays_games3138]

@@ORCHIDandOPAL :D

[@gabrijela_plays_games3138]

@@ORCHIDandOPAL I actually did and I’m happy

[@AshAV9154]

Great tutorial! I've been stretch bracelets for a while, but this had a lot of wonderful information.Thank you❤️

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I am so happy to hear that! Thank you!!

[@sheilacarroll7143]

Great tips! Thank you, Gina!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

My pleasure, Sheila!

[@anne-mariefreeman2460]

This has to be the BEST stretch bracelet video I've seen. And I've watched lots! Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks. Most helpful as I begin to make gemstone stretch bracelets. :)

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you so much, Ann-Marie! I really appreciate you saying so! :)

[@marysutherland8054]

You sure do a good presentation!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you kindly, Mary! 💜💜💜

[@neciebone5997]

I really liked your video , it helped me a lot, I like the bail part to it really helped me, you make it clear and do t go too fast , I like that alot

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much, Necie! 💜😁

[@janicesanders9981]

Simple and very cute. Great tutorial...

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you, so much, Janice! 💜 😊

[@1948ForeverYoung]

Great demo. Thanks.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you for watching! 😁

[@gooberdoober4147]

Great video!! I have Liked and Subscribed. I jumped the start and bought 20mm beads with 2mm holes. I used your link and purchased from Beebeecraft. I have never made anything yet. Can you please tell me what size cord i should get for a 2mm hole? Thank You!!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Hi there! I would suggest a 1mm to 1.5mm size cord with beads of that size. Thanks so much for being here! :)

[@gooberdoober4147]

@@ORCHIDandOPAL Great , Thank You!!

[@erikasmits2289]

great video! thank you so much, very informative! 🤩🤩

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you! 💜💜💜

[@hollythacker4426]

thank you this is so much fun

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks for watching! 💜😁

[@melvaa921]

Very well done & great tips/information. Thank you!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you, Melva! 💜💜💜

[@MountainAirOrganicBeds]

🤩 looks easy

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks for watching, Joyce! 💜💜💜

[@lifestationexpresslinda9425]

This was very helpful! Thank you!

[@maryzylema9699]

Thanks for the tutorial. I use the crimp covers myself works great.💖🤗

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks, Mary!

[@DiamondCrushIvory]

Best Video EVER🔥🔥🔥

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you!! 😁

[@marthafontaine9797]

Great tutorial. I am new to jewelry making, watched a few videos but this has been the best one yet. Thank you for sharing.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much, Martha! 💜😁

[@cf485]

Great video. Does the knot ever slip out and show even with the bale on? I am using stretch magic stretch cord whats better? Thanks!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Hi CF! They should stay in place with Stretch Magic if you use the tips from the video. 💜💜💜

[@cf485]

@@ORCHIDandOPALHey! Thanks for the reply. I am just starting out trying to resell my bracelets. Is stretch magic any good if not whats the best? Also I am seeing alot videos of people double stringing there stretch bracelets whats the point why wouldn't they just use a thicker stretch cord?Thanks again great video!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

@@cf485 Stretch Magic is good! I also linked to a couple of products I like in the desc. section. I see people doubling their stretch bracelets more when they use the "thread" variety, like a product called Opelon. Some prefer stretch thread, or just have one or the other to work with. Here is my other vid on thread: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJOxd6iNi9llj80 Hope that helps!

[@cf485]

@@ORCHIDandOPAL Thanks!

[@irenamelikyan8]

thank you so much! the video really helped. i am a beginner so i am really glad i found this video. also wanted to ask, do i really have to glue the knot? or it will be fine if i just cut the ends? ( ik you glued, but since i haven't got one, just asking ) thanks in advance! ^^

[@daArt708]

Its called the surgical knot method...if you do it correctly you should not need the glue...also if you can leave some tail ends and string them through your beads that way you don't have to cut so close to the knots..hope this helps.🌈🙂🌈

[@francinereider7427]

Hi Gina, Very nice love the colors you used. Have a great night and weekend.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks, Fran! You too!

[@heragr2912]

Very informative. Just curious - would double threading a bracelet help keep its longevity? I'm looking to try to make my own bracelets, and if successful, look to sell as well. I'm just worried about people getting back to me saying the bracelet fell apart.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Yes, absolutely, if you are able to double up that helps. :)

[@StitchesbySharonH]

Cool! Lot’s of great information in there! I’m thinking I should probably get rid of the stretch cord I inherited. It’s gotta be a good ten to fifteen years old by now... Thank you so much for sharing this with us! 💜

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I'm happy to, Sharon! It might be a good idea - otherwise, maybe make something for yourself with it - that way, if it falls apart it's better than giving it to someone else as a gift. :

[@carolynlawton6951]

Do you recommend a dot of super glue for the knot? It dries quickly, but I'm not sure which glue is best. Thanks for a great tutorial.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Hi Carolyn! A dot of Hypo-Cement or E6000 would be great. You will need to allow 24 hours of drying time to be on the safe side. Thanks for watching!

[@Chibizcus]

thank you very much, extremely helpful ♥

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I am so glad to hear it! Thanks for watching! 💜💜💜

[@terrymedina501]

Very informative! Thank you for sharing.

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

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[@karenhankerson330]

I learned so much thank you so much. Now my bracelets will be stronger . What size needle for beading do you suggest that will make it easier to bead for my hands?

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I am so glad to hear it, Karen! I would suggest these for use with stretch cord: amzn.to/2ZACxZe

[@jennifercarter2433]

I recently decided to get back into stretch bracelets again ; after coming across a stretch bracelet video, from Beadaholique. (I'm sorry, if I misspelled the store incorrectly.) It was a video, where the instructor, was talking about using Opelon....(I may have misspelled that incorrectly too; not sure.) I just wanted to make my stretch bracelets, in a more professional way, then what I had been trying to make them. I wanted to learn to professionally kn ot stretch bracelets; so I could sell them . People, love wearing a well, made stretchy bracelet. I love making what sells.😃

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Opelon is great! I will be using a similar product to Opelon when I share the "two-strand" method with the large eye needle. I agree, well made stretch bracelets are so versatile! Thanks for watching, Jennifer!

[@theselways1499]

Great tutorial for being a beginner! Can you let me know which tools you used to add the sun bead at the end of the video? Thanks!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks so much! I used jewelry pliers, such as "chain nose" and either "flat nose" or "round nose." I'd recommend picking up a basic set of beading pliers to have on hand. :)

[@taylorjones6866]

Thank you this helped me a lot 😁

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

My pleasure!! 💜💜💜

[@Shirlscraftyworld]

Thanks for the tutorial. Blessings Shirlene

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

My pleasure, Shirlene! Have a great day!

[@hyasmindaclison3198]

Thanks love that purple

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks for watching!

[@vinniebenally9149]

Thank you, very nice tutorial 👍

[@louisecarson4579]

Hiya! I was wondering what glue is best to use? I'm new to making bracelets and have no idea! Thank you x

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

I like E6000 and GS Hypo Cement. Thanks for asking!

[@MichelleJM]

Thanks Gina for the tips! I love the bail idea!👍🥰

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thanks, Michelle!

[@lauriewooten2611]

Omg Gina. I had to pause your video like hard stop. I’ll for sure remember Aunt Edna’s old basement stretch cord!! Funniest thing I’ve heard all week!!! 💜😂😂😂

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

😂😂😂I'm glad you appreciated my humor!

[@Nunu1293]

great tutorial!!

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you! 💜

[@Nunu1293]

@@ORCHIDandOPAL thanks to your video I was able to repair my brother’s broken bracelets for his birthday. really awesome :) thanks again for a great video

[@gigi-zo6su]

Thank you for this! It really helped:)

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

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[@francestuffy6586]

Enjoyed quite helpful

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Thank you, Frances!

[@stardresser1]

Well done!

[@audreyrhoades2026]

I really like the bail idea thanks for sharing oh and the bracelets are very pretty too❤️😀

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

My pleasure, Audrey! Thanks so much!

[@sharonw3566]

Do you have to use glue with the stretch threading?

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

Hi Sharon! You don't have to, it's just some added insurance to make sure the knot area is not going anywhere. If you tie it very tight, and follow the steps (and don't be too rough with it) :) the bracelet should be fine without the glue. Thanks for watching!

[@kenyadavis89]

Thank you so helpful!

[@tyrroo]

Great instructions, thanks very much for sharing! Can I ask what you think people would generally be willing to pay for such a bracelet (as opposed to what you, personally, charge)? Like, will people pay $20 for a stretch bracelet (with quality components, of course), or is $5-10 the general limit?

[@ORCHIDandOPAL]

My pleasure! I think there are so many factors to this, which is why I haven't done a video yet on the topic. It definitely depends on the beads and metal components used - I have seen that ratchet up the price of a stretch bracelet. For basic glass pearls, and generic plated brass components I would say around $10-15 online, and $8-10 at a local craft fair is what you are going to see people pay. That's just my own experience! People may also pay more for a certain "brand," etc. Price is so subjective. My honest advice is trial and error - see what sells for you at various prices, and adjust accordingly. 💜

[@tyrroo]

Thanks!

[@simranariyan2048]

Wow so nice ........ Thanks