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Simple Knotted Men's Bracelet Tutorial

When it comes to men's jewelry and masculine designs, keep it simple. This Simple knotted Men's bracelet design features Czech glass hex nut beads as well as a table cut cup button incorporated with knotting cord. Make this bracelet quickly and easily after watching Allie give the step by step directions in this video.

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Simple Knotted Men's Bracelet Tutorial
The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Hex Nut Beads Collection 2x5mm Metallics, ~ 60 Beads
  • BeadTec Knotting Cord - Brown .8mm, ~ 4 Feet
  • Table Cut Buttons - Opaque Cobalt Travertine, 1 Piece Secondary Colorway:
  • Hex Nut Beads Collection 2x5mm Galaxy, ~ 30 Beads
  • BeadTec Knotting Cord - Black .8mm, ~ 4 Feet
  • Table Cut Buttons - Opaque Blue Turquoise Travertine, 1 Piece
  • Czech Faceted Round Beads Collection 4mm, ~ 10 Beads
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Cut approximately 36 inches of knotting cord. Choose your beads and button.
    Start the Bracelet: Make a loop with the cord and tie a knot, adjusting it to fit the button as a clasp.
    Add Beads and Knot: Thread three hex nut beads onto one strand, then secure with simple knots, alternating sides and repeating the pattern.
    Continue Pattern: Maintain the bead and knot sequence, ensuring consistent spacing and tension.
    Finishing the Bracelet: After reaching the desired length, add the button by threading both ends of the cord through the button holes and tying a secure knot.
    Final Adjustments: Trim any excess cord or leave a small tail for a rustic look. Optionally, add a few loose beads to the tails for decoration.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • Bead Board: Flocked U-Channel Beading Design Board

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    When it comes to men's jewelry and masculine designs, keep it simple. This Simple knotted Men's bracelet design features Czech glass hex nut beads as well as a table cut cup button incorporated with knotting cord. Make this bracelet quickly and easily after watching Allie give the step by step directions in this video.

    Designer's Material List

    The designer's suggested colors & materials:
  • Hex Nut Beads Collection 2x5mm Metallics, ~ 60 Beads
  • BeadTec Knotting Cord - Brown .8mm, ~ 4 Feet
  • Table Cut Buttons - Opaque Cobalt Travertine, 1 Piece Secondary Colorway:
  • Hex Nut Beads Collection 2x5mm Galaxy, ~ 30 Beads
  • BeadTec Knotting Cord - Black .8mm, ~ 4 Feet
  • Table Cut Buttons - Opaque Blue Turquoise Travertine, 1 Piece
  • Czech Faceted Round Beads Collection 4mm, ~ 10 Beads
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Cut approximately 36 inches of knotting cord. Choose your beads and button.
    Start the Bracelet: Make a loop with the cord and tie a knot, adjusting it to fit the button as a clasp.
    Add Beads and Knot: Thread three hex nut beads onto one strand, then secure with simple knots, alternating sides and repeating the pattern.
    Continue Pattern: Maintain the bead and knot sequence, ensuring consistent spacing and tension.
    Finishing the Bracelet: After reaching the desired length, add the button by threading both ends of the cord through the button holes and tying a secure knot.
    Final Adjustments: Trim any excess cord or leave a small tail for a rustic look. Optionally, add a few loose beads to the tails for decoration.