How to Flatten a Friendship Bracelet

Steam and heat from the iron will flatten curled friendship bracelets.

Friendship bracelets made from embroidery floss tend to curl up if tied too tight. Each bracelet has several rows of knots. Tying the knots too tightly against each other causes the bracelet to curl. When tying friendship bracelets, it is important to keep the tension even and not too tight. If a bracelet curls once complete, do not tear it apart in frustration. Use an iron to flatten the curled friendship bracelet.

Things You'll Need

• Iron
• Ironing board
• Straight pins

Instructions

1. Plug in the iron and set it to any steam setting. Stand the iron upright and leave it to heat up.

2. Place the curled bracelet on the ironing board. Pin one end of the bracelet to the ironing board using one straight pin. Pull the other end of the bracelet so that is uncurls. Pin the other end to the ironing board so that the bracelet is straight and not curled.

3. Place the heated iron over the entire bracelet. Press down lightly with the iron, but do not press too hard. Hold the iron in place for 10 to 15 seconds. Remove the iron from the bracelet.

4. Remove the pins holding the bracelet in place. Repeat the steps if the bracelet still curls.

Tips & Warnings

• Prevent bracelets from curling by keeping the tension even when tying them. Keep the bracelet pulled straight at all times.

• Do not leave the iron on the bracelet for more than 15 seconds. Let the bracelet cool before trying to iron it again.

References

• How To Make Jewelry: Friendship Bracelet Instructions