How To Make A Gemstone Stretch Bracelet: Easy Jewelry Making Tutorial

[@debracarter7290]

I have some beads that I’ve wanted to make into a bracelet but didn’t know where to start. Thank you for clear and straightforward instructions. Very helpful! 😊

[@TheONeilSisters]

So glad we could help! Here's another stretch bracelet on our blog you might enjoy: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@hayleyroong6788]

watched a few videos and this is the best, clear and detailed

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much Hayley! We have a complete how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ And we have another Gemstone Stretch Bracelet video using Howlite Beads and a Tree of Life Charm: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5XapnqjpaqKn6M Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@sabrinaownthethrone]

This is the best tutorial I've seen! Especially hiding the knot without using a bigger bead or charm. Thank you! 😊

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks HoneyB! We have this and another stretch bracelet on our blog with written instructions: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@rosejeudy525]

Yeah that's good💋💋

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks! J&K

[@Lori68N]

Totally agree with you.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! J&K

[@dedriahancock8614]

Great instructions! Thank you

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much Dedria! Jennifer & Kitty

[@justinandstacireact3906]

This was so helpful! Your method for hiding the knot makes things so much easier!! Thank you for making this video.

[@TheONeilSisters]

So glad we could help! Thanks for watching and commenting! J&K

[@lynetteeades9010]

Thanks for sharing ❤❤

[@TheONeilSisters]

You are welcome Lynette! Here's the written how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@exquisitecaribbeanqueen7198]

You're a genius. That was awesome the way you did the end knot.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! The written how-to is on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ We have another stretch bracelet video you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5XapnqjpaqKn6M Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@Chippy-J]

I absolutely love the beads 😍

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thank you! We think this one is so wearable! Cheers, J&K

[@madelinescreations7955]

Excellent video thank you. Bracelet came out beautiful

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! J&K

[@AnnieNailTech]

I love the idea of running the stretch beading cord with the big eye needle through a second time and then knotting Looks much more secure than the way I've been doing it and the 10 mm beads definitely give more room to hide the knot. 💚

[@TheONeilSisters]

Yes it feels much more secure this way. Thanks for watching and commenting! J&K

[@kamalmonga142]

Very clever method of hiding the two ends .excellent,

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Kamal! J&K

[@Jazzimini]

Thank you for the detailed video, now I am more confident to make my own crystal bracelet ❤️

[@TheONeilSisters]

So glad we could help! J&K

[@rosejeudy525]

Very good we need it Alleluia Masterp 😃😃

[@rosejeudy525]

@@TheONeilSisters very good at help i'm fine nothing hurt 😣😣

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! J&K

[@Dobiegal]

Excellent! I bought some natural aquamarine beads at the wholesale show in Dallas. I'm a schoolbus driver, I'm making a bracelet for my assistant. Thanks for the tips.

[@TheONeilSisters]

So glad we could help. Your assistant will love your handmade gift. Jennifer & Kitty

[@Lori68N]

GREAT, GREAT VIDEO!! Thank you so much for this.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Yay! So glad it was helpful! Here's another stretch bracelet tutorial we made with a slightly different knotting technique you may be interested in: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@eileenmoore7725]

thank you so much. i need an anklet bracelet for the summer.

[@TheONeilSisters]

What a fun idea Eileen! J&K

[@jessicap2728]

where did you get Crystal spacer beads, gold?

[@stevehammond8393]

very cool Ladies. A big help. Thanks

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! Jennifer & Kitty

[@mitchmo]

Well done. Thank you.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Estelle! Jennifer & Kitty

[@GaladRiel1512]

beautiful and thank you for showing clever technique to tie up stretch cord!

[@TheONeilSisters]

You're so welcome! J&K

[@idamaya3398]

Im trying to make my own business.. 😘 Thank u for this

[@TheONeilSisters]

You're welcome! Good luck! Jennifer & Kitty

[@talkinnmedia4535]

Great video

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! Jennifer & Kitty

[@yunwong7953]

Great tutorial! Very clear

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! Jennifer & Kitty

[@cherylrenteria4159]

Another great idea for making stretch bracelets love it

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Cheryl! J&K

[@craftsforfun4257]

Love this blue beautiful bracelet.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! J&K

[@ashadominicafernandes461]

Wow . Superb video Mam. Thankyou. God bless. Tkcare.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thank you so much! J&K

[@plazapaw]

I’m young and really want to get into gem bracelet making, and this was the most helpful thing to watch! 10/10, and I love how clear and easy to understand it was!

[@TheONeilSisters]

Yay! So glad we could help! We have another Gemstone Stretch Video on our blog with all the complete how-to:runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Good luck! Jennifer & Kitty

[@annasussman4411]

So well made

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Anna! J&K

[@ciaragardner703]

Thank you very detailed

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Ciara! We have a new version of this bracelet on our blog complete with how-to video: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ J&K

[@Thinkscrapbooking]

Thank you for your clear to follow instructions on making this style of bracelet. I loved it! 🍃🌸🍃💗🍃🌸🍃

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thank you for watching and for the kind words Gina. Here's the how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ We also have another version with a slightly different finishing technique. You can see it here: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@wedontgo2ravenholm]

It makes sense to double back with string for extra security. I’ll try this next time. Thanks for the video 😄

[@TheONeilSisters]

It sure makes it more secure! Thanks for watching! J&K

[@funfun-fz1jb]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks F&F! J&K

[@hiddenridgedesigns9899]

Can’t wait to try, great tutorial! I just need the needle and glue...

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! Here's the complete how-to with written instructions and materials list on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ J&K

[@elainesaunders1597]

Great tutorial! I always end up with the two ends working their way out, though

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Elaine! Sometimes that happens to us too, so we made a version with shorter ends. Here's a link to it on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Let us know if this different way of finishing the ends works better for you! Jennifer & Kitty

[@flyingsquirrel5213]

Neat trick! I'll have to give this one a try.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks! We have another one like this here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5XapnqjpaqKn6M J&K

[@faithhanes5076]

Patty guys awesome i love its ❤

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Faith! J&K

[@faithhanes5076]

@@TheONeilSisters you are so welcome guys its patty and God bless have a good day

[@desotocentralhighschoolg5657]

Thank you so much for explaining the little gold things bc I forgot what they where called and I had aloft of orders to do

[@TheONeilSisters]

So glad we could help! Cheers, J&K

[@mages1866]

thank you

[@TheONeilSisters]

You're so welcome! J&K

[@kcoombs74]

Thank you so much for this tutorial!!! 💖

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks for commenting! J&K

[@sk13ppy]

Great tutorial, thanks. Just found your channel but already ordered these blue agates a couple of days ago without knowing about this tutorial! I'm not sure about running the stretch cord back through the beads a second time, because how do you (or anyone) know whether you (they) are damaging the first round of cord with the needle going in again? I'd rather double the stretch cord, thread it onto the needle halfway along the cord so the needle only goes through once.

[@TheONeilSisters]

We would recommend trying it out. We've never had trouble with the elastic getting damaged by the beads. Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@skittlez6336]

Wonderful explanation! Thank you!

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Charlotte! J&K

[@beadsnmore4454]

Lovely

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! Jennifer & Kitty

[@kittypurrrrr]

Wow great tutorial! Can’t wait to try your method!!

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Estela! We have the complete how-to on our blog too: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ We also have another Gemstone Stretch Bracelet tutorial with a little different way to finish the ends: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@Ginnyvelarde]

Very detailed and easy to follow. How to measure for someone as a gift. Is there a specific way ? Thanks for sharing. 🙏

[@TheONeilSisters]

Hi Ginny, For a stretch bracelet, we find 7 to 7.25 inches works for a lot of people. If your friend likes to wear a larger bracelet, add a bead or two to lengthen it. Here's a how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Alternatively, you could make a wrap bracelet. Easy to clasp and easy to wear! Here is our most popular one: runningwithsisters.com/boho-wrap-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@khushboobardia5789]

From were will be get beading needle

[@TheONeilSisters]

You can get beading needles on Amazon. They look like this: amzn.to/36oZIeP Michaels, Hobby Lobby, and Joann often carry them too. Here's the complete how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@cherylapel5866]

Fantastic trick in hiding the knot. Thank you. 😊

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Cheryl!

[@kalenecazaubon-sample1654]

Super cute I have beads stretch cord 0.8 but not the spacers and beading needle would like to try making these one day 😊

[@TheONeilSisters]

They are really fun to make Kalene! J&K

[@kalenecazaubon-sample1654]

@@TheONeilSisters 😉🥰

[@carolcarter3413]

Thankyou for this tutorial I really enjoyed it.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Carol! J&K

[@chickadddee]

Excellent video :) So only one question: which would be stronger, last longer for this bracelet- .5mm elastic threaded twice through or 1 mm threaded through once, both with good knots and glue? Your opinion would be helpful! Thanks...

[@TheONeilSisters]

We prefer a thinner .5mm elastic threaded through two times. If there's a break you still have another loop going through the beads. But we've never had one break. Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@chickadddee]

@@TheONeilSisters Perfect, thanks so much to you both :)

[@dignamendez5931]

Gracias me gusto como realizar una pulsera

[@TheONeilSisters]

You are welcome! J&K

[@meditationbreath]

wonderful

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! Jennifer & Kitty

[@vernicejoseph7399]

Thank you for this video 🥰

[@TheONeilSisters]

You’re welcome Vernice! Thanks for watching! We have another one similar to this one on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ J&K

[@NiftyCrafty2020]

Beautiful beads

[@TheONeilSisters]

Aren't they lovely!? Thanks for watching! J&K

[@craftyheartRn]

Awesome tutorial, thanks

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thank you so much! J&K

[@normafred7919]

Muy linda y su trabajo muy impecable y profesional, me encanta

[@TheONeilSisters]

Gracias! J&K

[@lriccobena]

Fantastic demonstration! May I ask the best bead hole size to use please? (I'm scared 1mm will not also allow the needle to pass through) Many thanks!

[@TheONeilSisters]

The bead hole on our beads is 1mm and we use .5mm elastic cord and pass it through two times. Here's a newer how-to for this bracelet: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@lriccobena]

@@TheONeilSisters thank you so much!

[@devikabalchand9612]

Where do I buy bead bug?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Hi Devika, You can buy a Bead Bug at Michael's in the jewelry supply section or on Amazon. They look like this: amzn.to/3z8tlwP Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@roselinprimrose1637]

Fabulous great idea for gluing

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Roselin! J&K

[@ashadominicafernandes3138]

Awesome video Mam.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Asha!

[@kiki1965]

I love this! I think I will gather up the materials (Michael's) and make it happen. 🤗

[@TheONeilSisters]

Yay! So glad you like it! Michael's should have everything you need. J&K

[@kiki1965]

@@TheONeilSisters 🙌🙌🙌

[@Maria.Dos.Reis.Coutinho]

Boa tarde! Parabéns pelo seu trabalho. Eu Amei á Pulseira. Ficou Lindíssima 😇😍😍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks so much! Jennifer & Kitty

[@lindahobster7480]

Tried several knots including this one but they never hold!

[@karenmcdaniel9331]

Great video. I love the bracelet and made and can't wait to do a little crafting party with my friends.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Aw, thank you, Karen! Hope your crafting party was a big hit!

[@setapartt]

Can you just double thread the needle and that gives you two strands from jump? Thanks nice video

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question Sandy! We think it's better to go around twice so if the elastic breaks you still have a piece running all the way through the beads. We also prefer tying the single ends together to make the knot more secure versus tying a knot with doubled elastic. Does that make sense? J&K

[@StarlitSoul]

Hello, I’m a blind single mommy… I’ve been wanting to make bracelets for a couple of years now, and I want them to have meaning. I ordered my first kit last week. I am a beginner, but I would like to learn how to really put these together. I am a new subscriber. I accidentally left this comment on another video… Anyway, I look forward to learning more about jewelry making

[@TheONeilSisters]

Hi Starlit! So glad you found us! We have lots of jewelry how-tos with videos on our blog at RunningWithSisters.com We also sell kits there. And if you have any questions about jewelry making just leave us a comment. We will reply! Jennifer & Kitty

[@StarlitSoul]

@@TheONeilSisters you are so kind! Thank you! I really do appreciate that, and I’m sure I will have plenty of questions. ❇️❇️💞

[@mom2mta]

I'm trying to fix my bracelets that my puppy got too anxious with and broke. This will help a great deal. Where can I get the supplies needed? I have the stretch magic already. I went to Hobby Lobby here in my town and got that. But didn't know I needed more supplies.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Hi Janet, You can make the bracelet without the needle. The needle just makes it go faster. And you can use clear nail polish to secure the knot if you don't have GS Hypo Jeweler's Glue. Here's a link to the project instructions on our blgo: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ Hope that helps! J&K

[@Lori68N]

Question, is it strong to use a 0.5mm cord that's thread through the stretch bracelet twice verses using the 1mm cord once?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question! We like to thread the 0.5mm cord through twice as a security if the cord breaks. The beads have a better chance of staying on the cording with the second strand running through them. But you can definitely make it with a thicker cord and string it only once. Here's another gemstone stretch bracelet we made with a little different knotting technique: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@sabrinaownthethrone]

Hey! Are you afraid that the needle may cut/damage the string if I do this? Also, I have only used 1mm because I am afraid of it breaking. I normally use 10mm and 8mm beads. Can I go smaller with the string?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question HoneyB! The big eye beading needle is actually a fairly soft and flexible wire so it's not really sharp enough to cut the elastic cording. We have had very good luck with .5mm elastic cord. We run it through twice so the beads need a 10mm hole. We have a newer Stretch Bracelet Video you may want to watch too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5XapnqjpaqKn6M We also have the instructions written out on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@GentlemanBunny]

I love this!

[@TheONeilSisters]

We do too! Thanks so much for watching! J&K

[@jasminepetal3972]

Why not fold the cord over w the needle so you already have the beads on the doubled cord so you dont have to go though twice ?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question Jasmine! We go all the way through twice so if the elastic breaks it still goes through the beads a second time. Just a little insurance. Here's a link to another how-to for this type of bracelet: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@michelekalish8011]

What if the holes in the semi-precious stone of choice is not big enough to string the cord back through a second time? Best way to end and secure?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question! Some semi-precious beads have smaller holes. You can run the cord through once, then tie the ends together with a surgical knot. We like to add a dab of glue to the knot. J&K

[@dash7330]

Hi! Will this last? Because the size of the cord is just 0.5 mm

[@TheONeilSisters]

Hi Dash, The cord is strong, even at .5mm, and we go through the beads twice. Here's a Beaded Stretch Bracelet on our blog with all the written instructions: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@WOCiNgwithNurseVee]

When you say bigger size stretch magic, what size range are you suggesting ?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Hi Vanessa, We used .5mm Stretch Magic and cut a piece 20 inches. If you want to make the bracelet larger, you would still use the .5mm so it will fit through the beads. But start with a longer piece of Stretch Magic, maybe 25 inches, and add a few beads to increase the size. Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@GlamClub24]

What thickness of string do you use for 10MM 8MM and 6MM IF you don’t want to double thread it? I’m new to this and ordered a massive amount of natural gemstone bracelets, but they are too big. I am so upset that I spent so much and they don’t fit so I want to fix them, BUT this is not my forte. Would LOVE To please know the thickened of string for those 3 sizes or beads.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Hi Danielle, So sorry for the delayed response. We've been on summer vacation! The important thing to know for your beads is the hole size. If you ordered them online, the shop should say how big the hole is. Ours are 10mm beads with a 1mm hole, so we can run the .5mm elastic through the hole two times. Here's another tutorial for the Stretch Bracelet: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Look up your beads online and use elastic that is half the size of the hole. Alternatively, you could string the beads on a different material instead of elastic. Here is a link to a bunch of bracelet how-tos on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/category/craft-how-to/jewelry/bracelets/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@angeliquerael]

Sooo excited to make one for my friend, Colleen! I'm going to surprise her with a goodie box in the mail! :) Thank you!

[@TheONeilSisters]

She will be thrilled! What a good friend you are! Thanks for watching! J&K

[@Nickysdestiny1022]

Do you buy the beads pre-drilled?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Yes! You can find them on FireMountainGems.com, ArtBeads.com, and Etsy.com Cheers, J&K

[@aprilquitugua2447]

Is 20 inches standard size for gemstone bracelets?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question April. Stretch Bracelets are generally 8" to 9". Here's the written how-to for this project on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ We also have a newer Gemstone Stretch Bracelet tutorial here: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@rinababey88]

This was amazing can I ask what size he your beads are by any chance are they 1mm (hole size)? I bought 0.7mm stretch magic and found the beads were really tight to pass through and ripped the string :( I’ve ordered 0.5mm now but my beads are 8mm with a hole 1mm would that still be okay with the thinner stretch magic as my bracelet popped (LOL) and wasn’t able to double up xx thank you for this video it was so helpful and easy to understand

[@TheONeilSisters]

So sorry you are having trouble with the stretch elastic. We always check the size of the hole in the bead and the size of the elastic cord. We have a newer version of this stretch bracelet on our blog with a new video here: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ We also found a new elastic cord that we think works better. It looks like this: amzn.to/2MBCdZ3 Hope that helps! J&K

[@ShoryoTombo]

This is brilliant! I will use this method! Thank you for the tutorial!

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Shoryo! J&K

[@rasharef]

Great video. From where I can buy authentic gemstone?

[@TheONeilSisters]

We like FireMountainGems.com and ArtBeads.com. There are great beads on Etsy.com too! Cheers, J&K

[@hayleyroong6788]

can i use an embroidery needle?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question! You can use any needle which fits through the beads while threaded and that has an eye large enough for the elastic. You also can make this with no needle. The elastic has enough body to feed into the beads. Which just show the needle because it's faster. Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@lee-bg6yc]

do you have any ideo for a place to buy beeds for a low price? i want to get into bracelet making but dont want to spend all my money on it incase i dont like it

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question! We find very good prices for beads on Etsy.com and Amazon.com. We also like FireMountainGems.com Hope that helps! J&K

[@kamalmonga142]

I think by double beading the bracelet becomes very strong . Thanks

[@TheONeilSisters]

You're right, Kamal -- feeding the elastic cord through the beads twice definitely makes the bracelet stronger!

[@jake2017]

Where do you get your crystals from

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question! We got these from Amazon. Here's a link: amzn.to/38vIoqD The complete how-to for this bracelet is on our blog >> runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ Plus we sell kits for Gemstone Stretch Bracelets that come with all the beads you'll need. You can see them here: runningwithsisters.com/product/polished-gemstone-bracelet-kit-white-howlite/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@lindsayw5719]

i’ve tried making two. both times, i end up with one way longer string in the middle connecting both sides and then two string ends coming from each side. wondering what i’m doing wrong?

[@TheONeilSisters]

So sorry you are having trouble Lindsay! We have another way to make a stretch bracelet that you might have better luck with: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ You can probably use that technique on your other bracelets to fix them. It also has a KZbin video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5XapnqjpaqKn6M Let us know if you need more help! J&K

[@rosejeudy525]

Very good understand Mr i'm happy Brother 😃😃

[@TheONeilSisters]

Yay!

[@deborahwilliams473]

Precious bracelet-tfs💙👏🏽👍🏽🙏🏽👏🏽

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks Deborah! J&K

[@easytunes9452]

Where can I get beads for a bracelet like this?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question! We found lots of beads like this at Michael's. They have them online. Choose strung beads>semi-precious>round>10mm. Lots of colors! Hope that helps! J&K

[@dianneschussler6711]

So happy to see this video (love the "hide the knot" idea), but I have been unable to get into your website for almost 2 months. Is is my computer or is it taking that long to update? Hope all is well with you both.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Hi Dianne, We redesigned our website. It's up and running now. Let us know what you think! RunningWithSisters.com J&K

[@grizzly9809]

So I had gotten these golden spacers on Amazon, and after a week I've seen that they're starting to tarnish. Does anybody have any tips to prevent this? Or any way to clean it. Thank you 😊

[@TheONeilSisters]

So sorry the spacers are tarnishing. You can store the bracelet in a zipper top baggie to help prevent tarnish. And for polishing we love Pro Polish Pads: amzn.to/3axyANf Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@moltengirl6797]

Swarovski rhodium plated won’t tarnish but anything vermeil or gold plated/filled WILL tarnish. Unless it’s 14kt gold, unfortunately these will change colour

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks for the tips! J&K

[@stuyes5262]

But where to do you the round beads?:(

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question! We sell kits on our website: runningwithsisters.com/product/polished-gemstone-stretch-bracelet-kit-turquoise/ And you can buy beads like ours here: amzn.to/3krJOIn Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@stuyes5262]

@@TheONeilSisters Thank you so much!!:)

[@TheONeilSisters]

You are welcome! J&K

[@wedontgo2ravenholm]

Ok so I did this tutorial without the needle. It took longer to do and the needle is obviously faster but it can be done for those who might not have a needle.😘

[@TheONeilSisters]

Oh that's great! Thanks for letting us know! J&K

[@Christopher_Walken]

Making of bead stretch bracelet diy

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thanks for watching! J&K

[@starrspoter]

some of my spacers and beads would not go down the needle why?

[@TheONeilSisters]

Perhaps you could try a smaller needle or see if you can get the elastic beading cord to go through without the needle. That sometimes works. Let us know if you need more help! J&K

[@starrspoter]

@@TheONeilSisters it goes down the needle till it hits the bottom part were the wire is.somone said might be cause some beeds are blocked but the spacers were stuck to.it was a very small needle

[@TheONeilSisters]

You could try a bead reamer to make sure the bead holes are open. Here's what a bead reamer looks like: amzn.to/3irOETN Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

[@starrspoter]

@@TheONeilSisters the spacers get stuck to could the wire be to thick?it goes down the needle but were the wire is in the neddle wont go past that

[@TheONeilSisters]

Try beading directly onto the elastic cord without using the needle. Sometimes that works fine. Hope that helps!, Jennifer & Kitty

[@shirleyeng6563]

What do you get the beads and spacer from? Thanks :)

[@TheONeilSisters]

We got the beads and spacers from Michaels! They have great beads and they are often on sale. Here's a pretty set: www.michaels.com/black-and-gray-jasper-round-beads-10mm-by-bead-landing/10549792.html J&K

[@justanotherreseller351]

I never can get my plastic beading string to stay in a knot so I said the heck I will stay with wire

[@rosejeudy525]

Glamor 💍🌷

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thank you! J&K

[@rosejeudy525]

@@TheONeilSisters oh yeah babe we are one it god bless ou're / happy 😃😃

[@TheONeilSisters]

Best to you Rose Jeudy! J&K

[@angwise1266]

Why don’t you fold the cord in half and feed the beads through the folded part so you don’t have to go back after threading all your beads again

[@TheONeilSisters]

Great question! If you folded the cord and ran it through once, you would end up with a larger knot because you would have to tie the doubled up cord in a knot. By running it thought two times, you only have two ends to tie into a knot. Here's another gemstone stretch bracelet we made with a little different knotting technique: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

[@sarahlucas8019]

Its to hard and ive thrown it all away 😪 cant be dealing with this

[@TheONeilSisters]

Oh no! So sorry you are having trouble Sarah! We have another version of this bracelet that might be easier: How To Make A Polished Gemstone Stretch Bracelet >> kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5XapnqjpaqKn6M And please let us know how we can help! Jennifer & Kitty

[@lynneclark7940]

I believe that both of those knots together are called a surgical knot.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Yes! It's a surgical knot. J&K

[@maryk7825]

This is way too much effort. You actually use .8 or 1mm stretch magic spend a little more and get a decent gold or silver spacer with a large opening and tie 3 knots glue and slip in the hole of the spacer. No need for a bead bug or needle.

[@TheONeilSisters]

Thank for the tips Mary! We like to use .5mm stretch elastic and run it through the beads two times for added security. Here's the how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty