How to Make a Mala Necklace - DIY Tutorial

Gemstone Beads, Meditation, and Style! Nothing is more gorgeous than a beaded Mala Necklace. Here's our video tutorial on how to make one for yourself.
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Supplies to Make a Mala Necklace:
108 Gemstone Beads (It can be any kind - we used Turquoise & Rose Quartz)
1 Larger Gemstone Bead (Guru Bead)
Embroidery Thread
110 inches Nylon Thread (We used Size 4)
E6000
Tools:
Scissors
Needle Nose Pliers
Helpful: A Ruler to Measure the Length of the Thread
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Follow the Video Tutorial for all the steps! Here's a quick summary. Cut your length of nylon thread - 110 inches. Fold your thread in half and use a balloon knot to tie a knot around 1.5 inches above the halfway fold line. This will leave a small length at the end for the tassel.
Add the guru bead and then tie a knot on the other side of the guru bead to hold it into place. Place a bead on one side of the guru bead and add a knot afterward to hold the bead into place. Repeat that 54 times on each side! That will be 108 beads total.
Once all your beads are in place, the tassel comes next! Wrap embroidery thread around a small piece a cardboard at least 10 - 20 times. How many times will determine how thick your tassel is. Now cut the embroidery thread on one side and wrap the whole thing with a bit of extra thread.
We added a dab of glue just to be sure this tassel is nice and strong!
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[@sherrifrazer7281]

That was mesmerizing. The church bells were a nice touch.

[@NatashaPereira1991]

I was searching for Mala tassel necklace videos on youtube and I couldn't find anything better than this one! Video is well done, short video and less time-consuming. Thank you for uploading this video!

[@cocokali3851]

Thank you! With this tutorial I was able to make my first ever knotted mala and it is beautiful!

[@kamalmonga142]

This is best out of all tutorials I have patiently seen. Thanks

[@tam8282]

Simple and very clear instructions. Thank you🙏

[@feliciafuehrer741]

That's was one of the best tutorials I've ever seen. So simple and good! Thanks!

[@nagyvero23]

Thank you, it was very good and informative. ❤

[@RenaeOlivia]

Great tutorial. Thank you for sharing! Turns out so pretty!

[@1124Lara]

Beautiful and easy. Thanks for this incredible tutorial. 🙏💕🤗

[@Moonbeam-dr7zd]

Love this, brill video, I have made two now!! Thankyou for such an inspirational tutorial.❤❤❤

[@lilianamondragon8838]

Me encantó esta prsctico y sencillo gracias

[@magnificentmamascollective]

thank you ... looks simple and beautiful

[@ItsMeCourtney]

Love this. I love that its easy enough for my daughter to do

[@FastingWithJillian]

It came out so pretty!

[@mahimagoyal8703]

Thank you soo much❤

[@BeadsInc]

Great tutorial! Love your knotting technique and simple steps! 😊🌸

[@hedgecomber]

So pretty and I love the colour of the beads 😍

[@SallyAkinsOnline]

This looks really pretty, and your tutorial is really clear and easy to follow. I love this!

[@josephjames3838]

That is a real cool necklace. I like it a lot!

[@travelmyjourney6987]

this is very neat and easy to make​! thanks for sharing

[@harlemw651]

Simple and easy to understand! Thank you!

[@johnzafar523]

Thank you so much for beautiful demonstration :)

[@kamalmonga142]

I see your tutorial again and again . Please post some more with different designs thanks

[@holly_cuperus]

This looks easy enough I could do it!

[@kamalmonga142]

Love it

[@decophila2494]

CANOOOON

[@emmaslyons]

Wow, Thanks so much for sharing this

[@TeddyOutReady]

Beautiful!

[@samarsamar4989]

Soooooo buteful ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@helendag]

Knots are exactly like I learned in mala workshop.

[@gloriaoladeji5666]

This is so Adorable! Love your content ❤️❤️❤️

[@ashleyprice224]

Love this, awesome tutorial!!! 😍

[@juliefoulkes3996]

I can't wait to make my first hand knotted mala necklace. Can I ask what thickness thread do you use. Thank you for making this so easy to follow.

[@krystalcutrubus9264]

This was such a helpful tutorial, thank you so much! I am wondering if you have one or a recommendation on how to put on an already made tassel. I have a ton and would love to know how to attach them....thank you!

[@PopshopamericaForever]

The tassel in this video is actually a separate piece! Here is where you can see the tassel in greater detail.kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJ2ogHuIg6t3fbs The trick for a necklace: attach the tassel with a thin, small, tightly knotted thread to the bead above it. For earrings: metal jump rings work well. It is best to use the same material to attach the tassel as you are using to complete the piece. Metal jump ring with metal earring posts. Thread with threaded mala necklace.

[@melissamac2478]

It's a pretty necklace,but the title is misleading. A traditional mala is not made with tools or glue. And if proper technique is utilized, you can make/attach the tassel simply by knotting. Once again, it is a lovely piece of jewelry. Nice colors.

[@ronnettaw]

I can’t make them the way the video depicts. The traditional way is easier for me. And so soothing.

[@kristinthurgood]

Hi. Do you find the glue holds the two sides of beads together well? I’ve made a couple of malas and tied them at the end the same way but a bit of a pull and they come apart

[@prestpond]

Do you have a tutorial for the darker bracelet you're wearing in this video?

[@bhavinishah7774]

Really pretty mala, love your choice of colors 💕 What size beads did you use and what is the cord length? Tfs!

[@PopshopamericaForever]

We used 6mm beads and the cord is 110 inches to start.

[@bhavinishah7774]

Pop Shop America Thanks!

[@DarkwingD]

I've recently made my first Mala wrap, using hemp thread, following this tutorial. Thank you for this video! I was pretty proud of how tight most of the knots were against the beads. But I have a couple questions. I've only been wearing it on my wrist for two days and I've noticed that every bead now has some wiggle room between knots. Is this only an issue with hemp? Were my knots possibly not tight enough?

[@PopshopamericaForever]

That's amazing!! Well done and thanks for letting me know. 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽

[@kamalmonga142]

Please show some more on knotting. It is easy for you but not for a beginner thanks

[@PopshopamericaForever]

Kamal Monga we have this bracelet version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npy9qHyihJJ_Z9k

[@PopshopamericaForever]

I'll post some stills + explanation on our blog shortly!!

[@AaronDowlingPhotography]

it says to use embroidery thread , but does anyone know what sort , there is so much thread out there i get confused , thank you

[@kamalmonga142]

What Nylon cord have you used please?

[@amandaleelee8668]

Love your nail polish here do you know the color/brand??

[@PopshopamericaForever]

Thank you so much! I wish I knew, but it was so long ago ✨

[@lauramckinley1438]

im trying to use chinese knotting thread ..will that work? If so what would be the mm size? Thank you..great video!!

[@PopshopamericaForever]

Hi Laura! Great question. You can use Chinese Knotting Thread in .4 mm size - anything bigger will be too big!

[@Sarah_S26]

Great tutorial! What is the brand of nylon thread that you used? Where can I purchase it online?

[@PopshopamericaForever]

I'm so sorry to give a Hobby Lobby link but I just don't see the correct size on many platforms! The size is important - we used Size 4: www.hobbylobby.com/Yarn-Needle-Art/Crochet/Crochet-Thread/302-White-Artiste-Nylon-Thread/p/35073

[@carolpadgett1813]

@@PopshopamericaForever I fully understand.

[@skywalker2061]

Like a mosque rosary 😂

[@lydia5232]

The tutorial for making a japa mala is ok, but the usage is unfortunately wrong... the index finger is not used

[@odalysmartinez7479]

🙏Namaste🙏 How i know what color to use, is any rule or meaning to use a type of color or color's in particular?? Please can you answer my qyestion if you have a chance?? Because i pick color Blue for a dream of two color's mix i been have, and maybe that have a meaning, but i can be wrong or don't go with me in any particular way?? I been attract by color blue in particular, but maybe i can add other colors, like turquoise, ground or soil color, pink, white, amethyst, wood and gold... 🙏🙏🙏

[@PopshopamericaForever]

Yes, you could pick based on color - but I would consider the gemstone's meaning. For example I used turquoise which represents wisdom, protection, and tranquility. I like to think about these properties while I'm creating the mala.

[@KumZie88]

What is the thread thickness, may I ask?

[@PopshopamericaForever]

Great question. It's called "Size 4" If you could find a number higher than 4 that will work too. Don't use 2 - it's too thick!

[@KumZie88]

Pop Shop America Thank you! ❤

[@PopshopamericaForever]

Hi KumZie88!! Nylon Thread (We used Size 4) and you can find the rest of the supplies in the description. Let me know if you have any other questions.