Spellcheck Bangles

My new bitty bangles spell out a statement - of which you choose! Pair alphabet slider beads with embroidery floss and rhinestone spacers for simple to make - yet definitely unique - accessories!
If it were up to me entirely, I'd create an entirely black set that said something slightly sassy - but it's the Internet, and I want to spread those good vibes. For all my boho souls and gypsies, this one's for you!

Follow below for the full tutorial.



Step 1: Gather materials. You will need embroidery floss, rhinestone alphabet sliders (or any kind of alphabet slider bead -- mix metals for a bohemian feel!), plain skinny bangle bracelets and super glue.



Simply arrange on your alphabet sliders on the bangle, in your chosen word or phrase.



Cut a 2 foot piece of embroidery floss and fold in half. Use an overhand knot to secure it near the middle of the bangle, or wherever your word starts.



Hold the knot and wrap the thread tightly around the bangle, all the way to the end.



Secure with another knot, and superglue in place. Wrap the other side of the bangle in the same manner.



Stack them up or wear along -- the choice is yours!
I love the effect of tie dye embroidery floss, which is what I used here. I grabbed it at JoAnn Fabrics -- they should sell some sort of floss in every craft store, though!

Spell your heart out people,,,,,just keep it somewhat appropriate. Or don't. :)

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Evil Eye Friendship Bracelets

These mini evil eye friendship bracelets are just the bomb.com. I always am wondering what to do with all my seed beads -- I'm not patient enough to embark on an intense woven piece, so these little charms are perfect for those who want just a taste of bead weaving.



What's awesome about these is that you can make them in a rainbow of colors, and they come together really quick. They are a new take on the old friendship bracelet pattern, and the hint of Swarovski crystal in the center dresses them up a bit. Always good.



You'll finish these string bracelets with a macrame sliding knot clasp, so they can be taken on and off, unlike those embroidery floss knotted ones. They are super lightweight and great for layering with other pieces. They give that minimal-bohemian chicness to any outfit, and the bright neon colors will definitely catch eyes!



I've got the full pattern for these beauties below, so let's get started!



Step 1: Gather materials. Needed are colorful seed beads (I used size 11), .8mm nylon knotting cord, 4mm Swarovski bicones, 6mm glass rounds (some pretty ones here and here), 4mm jump rings, 28g silver wire, scissors and wire cutters. You will also need superglue to glue the knots.



Step 2: Cut about 1.5 feet of wire. Thread on a jumpring, and then 3 seed beads. Take the righthand side of wire and thread back through the last 2 seed beads you strung on the left side, from top to bottom. Pull tight to hold. Thread on 3 seed beads to the lefthand wire, and again, thread the righthand wire back through the beads, from top to bottom. Pull tight again. They should stack upon another.



Step 3: Repeat this technique. On the next layer, thread on 5 seed beads. Then 7 seed beads. Now, to form the middle of the eye, thread on 4 seed beads, 1 accent seed bead (in a different contrasting color, one that matches the 4mm crystal you want to use) and then 4 more seed beads.

For the next layer, 2 seed beads, 2 accents, 1 crystal, 2 accents, and 2 seed beads. After that layer, reverse the order of layers, to close the rest of the eye. Look at the picture above for help!



Step 4: Close the eye. After you have made a 2 bead layer, thread on a jumpring and a seed bead. Thread back through the seed bead and jumpring, then twist the wire and cut to close. Bend this wire closure to the back and bend flush so it doesn't poke.

Cut two 2' pieces of knotting cord. Tie each to a side of the eye, and secure with overhand knots.



Step 5: To finish, cut an 8" piece of knotting cord and tie a small square knot sinnet (about 3 knots), grouping all threads together. Don't tie these knots too tight here, as this will be your sliding knot.

Cut the ends of this thread flush, and then either thread burn them or superglue. If you superglue, be very careful to not catch any of the middle strands in the glued part, or they won't move!

Simply tie off the ends and use your 6mm glass beads as accents. It helps to measure this bracelet over your wrist and find the exact length you need to leave the string, so that it isn't too big or small.

Repeat these steps over and over again to make many more!



Like I said, these come together quick - I made six of these in an hour. If you are a beginner, the first bracelet will take you longer. But once you get the hang of the pattern, you'll be able to whip 'em up! These also make great birthday or holiday gifts, and you could even add charms to the jump rings to personalize even more.



I think these would also look amazing if you used metallic seed beads, like silver and gold - it would definitely give them a totally upscale look. You could also switch out the middle crystal for a 4mm gemstone bead. Use gemstones like rose quartz, adventurine, fluorite or amethyst to give your bracelets extra mystical power!



If you make any of these for yourself and your BFFs, post the final pics to Instagram and tag me @quietlioncreations - I'll repost you!

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Ancient egypt cuff

This cuff is fully loaded! I've combined metallics, crystals, shell and a Swarovski pendant in this edgy-chic accessory. Starting with a metal cuff blank, I applied a metallic Aset transfer (Aset, also known as Isis, is the Egyptian goddess of life) and sealed it to the cuff. The center shell focal piece was made by layering two mother of pearl pieces and securing them to the cuff. I finished by adding rays of Swarovski AB gemstone flat backs, and finished with a Swarovski teardrop AB pendant.

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Because I take all photos for my blog, the images within this post are all copyright Allison Beth Cooling for Quiet Lion Creations. If you'd like permission to use a photo, email me at allison@quietlioncreations.com

Neon POP - Tropical Punch Bracelets

ROYGBIV at its best here - mixed with chunky chain and gems. Cousin Corporation's new Neon Pop line is hard to miss; filled with insane color and major wow factor, these jewelry components are a must-buy. I'll be using all products from this line I'm my tutorials below. You've got a two-for-one here, a simple macrame bracelet (dressed up with a gem focal connector) and a luxe braided chain bracelet. You can wear these together or separately for different looks.



I was inspired by the tropical spectrum of color within the components. I decided to go all out and mix Cousin's rainbow satin cord with their gold chain panel, and add their tassels for a slightly bohemian vibe (which don't most of my tutorials have?!).



This chunky bracelet incorporates a technique similar to my Woven Chain Bracelets, wherein cord is would around the open links in cable chain. I'll be catching the rhinestone chain within these wraps to add more color and another dimension.

This macrame bracelet is quick and simple, but I'll show you exactly how to knot it, for beginners. Adding on an adjustable knot clasp also makes it easy to wear.

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Step 1: Gather materials.  I've linked you up, so if you want to buy online it's easy- or shop any AC Moore store!
I am using:
Neon POP - Multicolor rhinestone chain (SKU #30214576), Gold chain with rhinestones (SKU #30214512), pink tassels (SKU #30214561), rainbow satin cord (SKU #30214581), and orange gem connector (SKU #30214524). You will also need pliers, jump rings and scissors.



To begin making the chain bracelet, lay your colored rhinestone chain over the open cable links of the gold rhinestone chain. (Leave a good 3" or so excess at the top of the bracelet, so we can knot later.) Cut a 2 foot length of satin cord. Bring the end of the cord from the back (or underneath, table), through the top link towards the front (aka you). Catching the last colored rhinestone, bring the cord towards the right, behind the golden chain, then up through the second link. Pull tight, and your last rhinestone should be secured on top of the chain panel. Repeat again, pulling towards the right (catching the rhinestone within), down through the loop then back up through the next one. Keep repeating.



This is how is should be looking. Keep on until you reach the end of the chain panel. Cut the excess rhinestones off. Tie knots at both ends of the cord, and burn with a thread burner (or be lazy like me and use a metal knife and gas stove flame) to secure.



Add your tassels evenly on the loops of the satin cord with jump rings. The clasp on the gold chain panel is already attached - no-fuss!



To begin the macrame bracelet, cut about 1.5 feet of satin cord, threading through the loop in the connector and making sure it falls at the middle of this piece of cord. Now, cut a 2' piece and tie on right after the connector's loop, grouping the two strings. Take your righthand cord, threading over the middle strings. Take your lefthand cord, threading below the middle strings and up above the righthand string. Look at the picture for tips! Pull this knot evenly tight.



You've made your first square knot. Now, reverse directions for the next knot. Take lefthand string and thread above middle strings, then righthand string below middles and up, over lefthand string. Pull tight (arrows show direction). Pull evenly. Repeat this, reversing which string you bring above the middle each time to create a flat panel of square knots. Do this to the other side of the connector. To make the adjustable clasp, simply take the two inner cords from each side (the ones you've been knotting around, circled in white on the picture) and with another short piece of cord, knot about 10 knots or so around these four strings, grouping them together. To secure ends, cut off all excess (except these four inner strings, leave them long for now) and burn again to melt and seal. You can then knot on beads to these inner strings to finish.





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