How To Make A Polished Gemstone Stretch Bracelet

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How To Make A Polished Gemstone Stretch Bracelet

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Hi! We're Jennifer and Kitty, The O'Neil Sisters. Thanks for coming to our KZfaq channel! We have a blog ► www.RunningWithSisters.com. It is loaded with DIY crafts, jewelry tutorials, and all kinds of gift crafts to make. Plus we sell kits for some of our videos! Thanks for watching!!!
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0:00 Introduction
0:42 Tools & Materials
1:19 Beading The Elastic
5:02 Tying The knot
How To Make A Polished Gemstone Bracelet
by Jennifer and Kitty O'Neil
The O'Neil Sisters
Running With Sisters
We love the look of a Polished Gemstone Stretch Bracelet. We sometimes sport a single one or stack a few up. We'll show you how to thread the beads onto the clear elastic two times for added strength and security. We'll show you how to tie a special knot, how to secure the knot with jeweler's glue, and hide the knot as a finishing touch. These bracelets are so popular, we've made them into kits.
Polished Gemstone Bracelet Kit in White Howlite ►
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Polished Gemstone Bracelet Kit in Chestnut Agate ►
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You can also buy these kits in our Etsy store ► www.etsy.com/s...
How To Make The Polished Gemstone Stretch Bracelet
Tools & Materials
18 White Howlite gemstone beads, 10mm
4 Crystal spacers, 6mm
1 Tree of Life charm, 15mm (with jump ring)
20" Elastic beading cord
Scissors
Masking tape
Tape measure
Clear nail polish or jeweler's glue
Steps
1. Start by folding a small piece of masking tape over the end of the elastic beading cord. Then slide six gemstone beads onto other end of elastic.
2. Next slide a crystal spacer, a bead, a crystal spacer, and a bead onto the elastic.
3. Slide the Tree of Life charm onto the elastic. Then slide a bead, a crystal spacer, a bead, and a crystal spacer onto the elastic, mirroring the pattern on the other side of charm.
4. Slide the remaining beads onto the elastic. Try on the bracelet and add or remove beads to adjust the size.
5. Circle the beaded strand around to form a bracelet shape. Then feed the elastic through the beads a second time. Be sure to keep a 2" tail unbeaded at the masking tape end to use for the knot later.
6. After you have gone through all the beads with the elastic a second time, remove the masking tape. Gently pull the elastic ends to tighten the bracelet and remove any gaps between the beads. Tie the two ends of the elastic together.
7. Make the knot more secure by tying the ends together again. But this time wrap one end around and through a second time. Gently pull the ends tight.
8. Finally, tie the ends together one more time, as in step 6. Gently pull the ends tight to finish the knot.
9. Trim the ends to ¼". Then add a dab of clear nail polish or jeweler's glue to the knot. Slide the adjacent bead over the knot to hide it. Let the glue dry before wearing the bracelet.
To wear the Polished Gemstone Stretch Bracelet, roll it, rather than stretching it, onto your wrist'
If you have any questions about this or any jewelry project, post a comment and we'll reply. We love helping you!
Happy Crafting,
Jennifer & Kitty
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@missdiscoduck 8 ай бұрын

Ladies, I can't thank you enough. Best tutorial for beading a bracelet. Success!!!! Thank you again❤

@TheONeilSisters 7 ай бұрын

Aw thanks so much! Jennifer & Kitty

@audreas.2114 3 жыл бұрын

My daughter and I had a great time making two bracelets while watching your video the other day. You ladies did such a wonderful job explaining instructions step by step and including all materials needed for the project. Well done!

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you so much! You made our day! Jennifer & Kitty

@wedontgo2ravenholm 4 жыл бұрын

Simple and pretty. I like the way you double stranded this. Another way is always appreciated. Thanks sisters👍

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dee! We're always looking for new ways. Thanks for watching! J&K

@mwljewellery9169 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and a beautiful bracelet, quite handy to do it twice to secure the stretchy cord

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Jennifer & Kitty

@ashleysohl 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! The trick with hiding/securing the knot at the end was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for this video - super helpful!

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you liked it and we could help! Here's the written how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

@msonia08 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kitty and Jennifer totally excited about trying this soon. You both did a great job in explaining on how to make the bracelet. Wonderful camera work. Great job ladies!

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! We have the written how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ And we're here if you have any questions. Just leave a comment! Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

@margothines2004 3 жыл бұрын

You ladies have done such a great job in explaining! Thanks!

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Margot! Jennifer & Kitty

@elizabethmah436 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate your lovely sharing!

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! J&K

@debbieroberts6629 4 жыл бұрын

I have been watching you guys for awhile now - I will have to say that you were my inspiration that I could make jewelry and have made many pieces since - Thank You Deb R. Sugar Land, TX

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

Yay! So glad you are having success! That is our goal! J&K

@katzarm 4 жыл бұрын

Very pretty! Think I will try and make this bracelet tomorrow. Thanks for another great video.

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

It's a fun one to make. And we love wearing them. We've made them in many different colors/gemstones! J&K

@christinalloyd7920 2 жыл бұрын

🤩🤩😘 Lessens my fears! Thank you for this great tip of securing stretch bracelets.

@TheONeilSisters 2 жыл бұрын

So glad we could help Christina! Here's the written how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

@christinalloyd7920 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheONeilSisters ❤💛💚 Thank You!

@sandragallagher2408 4 жыл бұрын

Love the beads ! Great idea about the nail polish ! Thanks , I’m going to pick out my beads right now 😊🤗

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

Have fun Sandra! J&K

@junetonelli4846 3 жыл бұрын

Simple yet beautiful! Thank you for sharing💜

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks June! J&K

@nancycandela2029 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for the wonderful tutorial. I plan on making bracelets tomorrow following your technique. best regard, Nancy

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nancy! Sounds like a perfect Friday! J&K

@mimig9271 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos...and u guys made it so simple....I got tired of losing some of my beads while spacing them on the bead board......thanks a million and keep doing what you guys do. Mimicat.

@TheONeilSisters 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Mimicat! We love your feedback! Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

@linellwilliamsadams4276 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this video, never see any with running back the cord through the beads neither using nailpolish. I normally double my cord and use glue.

@TheONeilSisters Жыл бұрын

Doubling the cord is good! We go through two times around so if the cord breaks there's a chance the beads will stay on the second loop of cord. A little insurance you could say. Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

@pennywelch3096 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to see you! Always like your makes.This is a pretty one.

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Penny! J&K

@luismiguelgarciacanan5245 Жыл бұрын

Me gusta bracelet

@TheONeilSisters Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Jennifer & Kitty

@MorgeansFavorites 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for this instruction. Could you please let us know what size beading thread you use? I tried this, but apparently bought the wrong size thread. Thank you!

@TheONeilSisters 11 ай бұрын

We used .5mm elastic stretch cord. We run it through the beads two times, so be sure your beads have a 1mm hole. Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

@ashadominicafernandes461 4 жыл бұрын

Wow Mam . As usual I love your videos . Looks very cute .Thankyou so much. God bless. Tkcare.

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Asha! Take care, J&K

@lillbits 3 жыл бұрын

Could you not have double threaded elastic on a needle for example at the start so once through gives the double thread??

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Great question! The reason we go through twice is so you have a little safety feature if the elastic breaks. The beads have a better chance of staying on. Does that make sense? Here's the written how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

@aliceagogo 4 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel ❤️ I would love to try each project. Thanks for being out there!

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

So glad you found us! Let us know if you have any questions about this or any jewelry project. We're here to help! J&K

@laurieomoore94 4 жыл бұрын

Very pretty!

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Laurie! J&K

@robertsoto9004 6 ай бұрын

Is there a reason why you just don't use stretch string that is 1mm in diameter instead of a double-pass with the o.5mm string?

@chickadddee Жыл бұрын

I have some questions! Is the elastic cord you used here the same as stretch cord? What size hole is in these beads? What size is the elastic cord? How often do you re string your bracelets like this, or how do you know it's time to re string so you don't lose beads if it breaks or wears out? Thanks for making the video, hope you can answer my questions! 🤞🏼

@TheONeilSisters Жыл бұрын

Hi Dee, Yes this is elastic or stretch beading cord. The holes in our beads are 1mm and the cord is .5mm and we run it through the beads twice. We haven't had to restring them. Going through two times makes them stronger. Here's the how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

@jessikabulli2027 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@TheONeilSisters 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! J&K

@ericasherlock7597 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are great and have inspired me to make my own bracelet. I have .80 mm stretch cord and it will not pass through my beads 2 times. Do you think it will be strong enough or should I go get the thinner cord?

@TheONeilSisters 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Erica, You can make the bracelet going through the beads just once. We do it twice for added strength and security if the elastic breaks. Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

@edithkurashige1483 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, We're are you guys? I missed both of you 😔

@TheONeilSisters 2 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks Edith! We are taking a little break but we will do some new videos soon! Jennifer & Kitty

@smendoza2034 3 жыл бұрын

I just started making jewelry and your videos are very helpful. Thank you so much! But a question for you - how do you know how much cord to cut in order to go through the beads a second time.

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

We used a 20 inch piece of elastic beading cord to make this bracelet. If you want to make yours larger just add a few inches. Here's the how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

@smendoza2034 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheONeilSisters Thanks Ladies, much appreciated!

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! J&K

@mamadivinity 3 жыл бұрын

Asking out of curiosity: why nail polish and not glue? (I’ve never made before so I actually don’t know!)

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Great question! You can use jeweler's glue, but we like the small brush applicator of clear nail polish. Jennifer & Kitty

@melosaurrn 3 жыл бұрын

I love these tutorials! For 4mm or 6mm beads, what size elastic cord would you recommend?

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Great question. The main thing you need to consider is the size of the hole in the beads. Our beads are 10mm and have a 1mm hole so we used .5mm elastic beading cord so the cord will fit through the bead twice. When you buy beads online, sometimes they tell you the hole size like they do here on Fire Mountain Gems: www.firemountaingems.com/itemdetails/h203606gs If you don't know the size of the hole, try using .5mm and see if it fits through the beads two times. Here's the written how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

@melosaurrn 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheONeilSisters thank you so much!

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! Let us know if you need any more help! Jennifer & Kitty

@moonlightshine1921 3 жыл бұрын

I have no clear nail polish or jewellery glue would any other glue etc PVA or mod podge do the same ? Much love from the UK X

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Great question! Maybe you could try a thin clear glue that is not water soluble like Super Glue (cyanoacrylate), although we haven't tested it to see if it works with the elastic beading cord. If you do try Super Glue, be very careful! It's awful to get it on your fingers! Alternatively you could try E6000, 100% clear silicone adhesive, or Liquid Nails and apply it with a toothpick. Good luck! Jennifer & Kitty

@alesiastevenson5050 Жыл бұрын

I went to look at beading cord and there are so many sizes... What size do you recommend?

@TheONeilSisters Жыл бұрын

Hi Alesia, We used .5mm elastic cord. Our beads have a 1mm hole and we run the cord through each bead two times. Here's the how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

@andreagibson7099 4 жыл бұрын

CUTE

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrea! J&K

@michaelminutti3227 2 жыл бұрын

What size beading cord do you recommend for 12-16mm beads?

@TheONeilSisters 2 жыл бұрын

The beading cord size depends on the hole in the bead. We like to run the elastic beading cord through the beads two times. Our beads have a 1mm hole and our beading elastic is .5mm so it can go through twice. Here's the how-to with materials list on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Hope that helps, Jennifer & Kitty

@EH-fs2xm 2 жыл бұрын

Where do you buy your gemstones 💎 ?

@TheONeilSisters 2 жыл бұрын

We buy beads from lots of places, most with a budget in mind! You can find good deals online at Amazon and Etsy. We also like FireMountainGems.com, ShipwreckBeads.com, and ArtBeads.com. We buy from bead shows and flea markets too. And we find really good deals (and use coupons) at Michaels, Joann, and Hobby Lobby. Hope that helps! J&K

@premiumnitrixfps7962 2 жыл бұрын

Where Do You Get Your Beads? If Would Help Me Alot

@TheONeilSisters 2 жыл бұрын

We buy beads from lots of places! Online you can find good deals on Amazon and Etsy. We also like FireMountainGems.com, ShipwreckBeads.com, and ArtBeads.com. We buy from bead shows and flea markets too. And we find really good deals (and use coupons) at Michaels, Joann, and Hobby Lobby. Hope that helps! J&K

@premiumnitrixfps7962 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheONeilSisters Thanks A Lot That Helped❤️

@torimarinari 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Nice video! What size stretch cord did you use & what size is the hole in the beads?

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Tori. Thanks! We used 20" of .5mm width clear elastic beading cord like this: amzn.to/3dZ2bAZ The beads are 10mm with a 1mm hole. We have the complete written materials list and instructions on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ And if you like this Gemstone Stretch Bracelet, you might like our latest video and project, A Beaded Stretch Ring: runningwithsisters.com/how-to-make-a-beaded-stretch-ring/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

@torimarinari 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@barbarawood1144 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great video! May I ask where you got your background from? It's very nice.

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Barbara, Do you mean the turquoise washed wood behind the bracelet? It is actually a piece of scrapbook paper from Michaels! Thanks for watching! J&K

@barbarawood1144 4 жыл бұрын

@@TheONeilSisters it looks very real! Thanks for your reply.😊

@susanbrocksmith919 3 жыл бұрын

Where do you buy your spacers & charms, alibaba?

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

We buy beads at Michaels, Joann, Hobby Lobby. And online from Amazon, FireMountainGems.com, and Etsy! J&K

@Lori68N 2 жыл бұрын

What size is the elastic beading cord?

@TheONeilSisters 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lori, The elastic beading cord is .5mm. We have the written instructions with the materials list here on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Cheers, Jennifer & Kitty

@messaali8873 4 жыл бұрын

How many cost of this braslate please soon reply me

@TheONeilSisters 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! We sell the kit for this bracelet on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/product/polished-gemstone-bracelet-kit-white-howlite/ It costs $29.95. Let us know if you want to order some or just click over to the blog to buy. Jennifer & Kitty

@sabafesvianidze9213 3 жыл бұрын

Where can I bought this stones ?

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Saba, These are 10mm Howlite Gemstones. You can buy similar beads on FireMountainGems.com. Ir we sell a complete kit for this bracelet on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/product/polished-gemstone-bracelet-kit-white-howlite/ And we sell the kit in our Etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/RunningWithSisters Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

@ErnestMatute 3 жыл бұрын

Where do you buy your beads?

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Great question! We buy lots of beads at Michaels, Joann, and Hobby Lobby. We also buy from our local bead shops and bead shows. When we shop online, we like FireMountainGems.com, Etsy.com, and Amazon. And if you like this bracelet in particular, we sell the materials for this bracelet in a kit in our Etsy store: www.etsy.com/shop/RunningWithSisters Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

@margothines2004 3 жыл бұрын

You said to string 6 beads at the beginning,,, dont you mean 7?

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Margot, We started by feeding on six beads. Then we added the section with spacers and the charm. Then we fed on the rest of the beads. We did it this way so the knot would be buried in the beaded section and not next to a spacer bead. Here's the complete written how-to on our blog: runningwithsisters.com/gemstone-stretch-bracelet-video-and-kit/ Hope that helps! Jennifer & Kitty

@margothines2004 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheONeilSisters Thank you so much!

@TheONeilSisters 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! J&K