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Stretch Rings Tutorial

Allie uses Stretchy String and Beads of your choice to create this fun Stretch bracelet using a Right Angle Weave (RAW) stitch. You can practice this stitch with your stretchy string until you're comfortable using a needle and thread for more advanced projections. This is a fun kid's project to make with the Boredom Bustin's Beads Kid's Kit! Gather your materials and come create with us! The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Kid's Kit Stretch Essential
  • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Stretch Rings Tutorial
    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Stretch Magic string
  • Beads of various colors for the petals and flowers (sizes mentioned suggest the use of 11/0, 15/0, and 8/0 seed beads, though specific sizes aren't directly stated in the transcript)
  • Scissors
  • Optionally, waxed linen cording for a non-stretchy variation
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Cut about 14 inches of Stretch Magic string.
    Start Beading: Begin with a red bead, creating your first flower using the RAW stitch.
    Create Additional Flowers: Add beads for additional flowers, alternating colors as desired.
    Complete the Ring: Continue until you have enough flowers to fit around the intended finger.
    Secure the Ends: Tie the stretchy strings together with a secure knot, optionally applying a small amount of glue for extra security.
    Finish: Trim any excess string and adjust the beads as necessary to conceal the knot.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

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    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Item Description

    Allie uses Stretchy String and Beads of your choice to create this fun Stretch bracelet using a Right Angle Weave (RAW) stitch. You can practice this stitch with your stretchy string until you're comfortable using a needle and thread for more advanced projections. This is a fun kid's project to make with the Boredom Bustin's Beads Kid's Kit! Gather your materials and come create with us! The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Kid's Kit Stretch Essential
  • Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Stretch Magic string
  • Beads of various colors for the petals and flowers (sizes mentioned suggest the use of 11/0, 15/0, and 8/0 seed beads, though specific sizes aren't directly stated in the transcript)
  • Scissors
  • Optionally, waxed linen cording for a non-stretchy variation
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Your Materials: Cut about 14 inches of Stretch Magic string.
    Start Beading: Begin with a red bead, creating your first flower using the RAW stitch.
    Create Additional Flowers: Add beads for additional flowers, alternating colors as desired.
    Complete the Ring: Continue until you have enough flowers to fit around the intended finger.
    Secure the Ends: Tie the stretchy strings together with a secure knot, optionally applying a small amount of glue for extra security.
    Finish: Trim any excess string and adjust the beads as necessary to conceal the knot.