How to Make a Friendship Bracelet and Not Have It Curl Over
The term "friendship bracelet" encompasses a wide range of bracelet styles. Friendship bracelets are usually made with thin yarn or embroidery floss. Several strands of yarn or floss are tied together at one end, and intricate knots or braids are worked down the length of the bracelet. Often, the tension from repeated knotting causes the length of the bracelet to curl over. Curling makes it difficult to continue making the bracelet and to wear it.
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Instructions
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Attach a safety pin or a straight pin through the knotted end of the bracelet.
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Pin the bracelet to a sturdy surface or a corkboard, if you have one. An old pair of jeans will suffice as well. Pinning the bracelet prevents curling while tying the knots or braiding. Finish the bracelet as normal.
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Set the iron to low-to-medium heat.
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Lay the friendship bracelet on the ironing board or other iron-safe surface. Working from the bottom downward, use the tip of the iron to flatten out the curls of the bracelet. Do not leave the iron on the bracelet for more than a couple of seconds at a time.
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Tips & Warnings
Be careful not to burn your fingers while working with the iron.
