How to Make a Multiple Color Bracelet

Use four of your favorite colors to make a thread bracelet.

Making bracelets out of thread can be as simple as tying a few basic knots, or as complex as using up to 16 different threads to complete intricate designs. If you’ve never made a bracelet out of more than one color of thread, it’s best to stick to a simple four-string design. When the bracelet is finished, keep the bracelet for yourself or give it to a close friend — these types of thread bracelets are often given to friends as a friendship bracelet.

Things You'll Need

• Four colors of embroidery thread
• Ruler
• Scissors
• Clip board

Instructions

1. Cut four colors of embroidery thread that are about 25 inches in length. The threads must be long so that you don’t run out of thread halfway through your project.

2. Tie all the threads one inch from the ends and insert the loose ends of thread above the knot in the clip of a clipboard. This will hold the bracelet as you knot and give you a flat surface to work on.

3. Spread out the strings in the order you want them to appear in your bracelet. Spreading out the threads also makes it less likely that they will get tangled as you work.

4. Take the first thread on the left and fold it over the thread beside it to form a “4” shape. Bring the left thread under the one beside it and pull the string tight in a knot. The left thread will now the be second thread. Work your way across the other three threads, tying knots until the first thread is on the far right side.

5. Continue this process of moving the first thread across, tying knots as you go. After you complete the first couple rows, you will begin to see a diagonal pattern occurring.

6. Tie knots in the threads until the bracelet is as long as you want it to be. When the bracelet is done, put it on the person’s wrist and tie the ends together in a knot and trim off any excess thread.

References

• Making Friends: Floss Friendship Bracelet