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!
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!
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
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
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!
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
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! 🤞🏼
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
Aw thank you so much! You made our day!
Jennifer & Kitty
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!
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
Could you not have double threaded elastic on a needle for example at the start so once through gives the double thread??
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
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
Yay! So glad you are having success! That is our goal!
J&K
Asking out of curiosity: why nail polish and not glue? (I’ve never made before so I actually don’t know!)
Great question! You can use jeweler's glue, but we like the small brush applicator of clear nail polish.
Jennifer & Kitty
Thanks so much, We're are you guys? I missed both of you 😔
Aw thanks Edith! We are taking a little break but we will do some new videos soon!
Jennifer & Kitty
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!
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
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?
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! 🤞🏼
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
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.
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
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?
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
Ladies, I can't thank you enough. Best tutorial for beading a bracelet. Success!!!! Thank you again❤
Aw thanks so much!
Jennifer & Kitty
Where Do You Get Your Beads? If Would Help Me Alot
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
@@TheONeilSisters Thanks A Lot That Helped❤️
Where do you buy your gemstones 💎 ?
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
Great video and a beautiful bracelet, quite handy to do it twice to secure the stretchy cord
Thanks so much!
Jennifer & Kitty
Love the beads ! Great idea about the nail polish ! Thanks , I’m going to pick out my beads right now 😊🤗
Have fun Sandra!
J&K
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
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
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.
Thanks so much Mimicat! We love your feedback!
Cheers,
Jennifer & Kitty
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.
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
@@TheONeilSisters Thanks Ladies, much appreciated!
You're welcome!
J&K
Nice to see you! Always like your makes.This is a pretty one.
Thanks so much Penny!
J&K
Me gusta bracelet
Thanks so much!
Jennifer & Kitty
What size beading cord do you recommend for 12-16mm beads?
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
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!
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
Wow Mam . As usual I love your videos . Looks very cute .Thankyou so much. God bless. Tkcare.
Thanks so much Asha!
Take care,
J&K
Simple and pretty. I like the way you double stranded this. Another way is always appreciated. Thanks sisters👍
Thanks Dee! We're always looking for new ways. Thanks for watching!
J&K
Very pretty! Think I will try and make this bracelet tomorrow. Thanks for another great video.
It's a fun one to make. And we love wearing them. We've made them in many different colors/gemstones!
J&K
thank you for the wonderful tutorial. I plan on making bracelets tomorrow following your technique. best regard, Nancy
Thanks Nancy! Sounds like a perfect Friday!
J&K
I went to look at beading cord and there are so many sizes... What size do you recommend?
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
You ladies have done such a great job in explaining! Thanks!
Thanks Margot!
Jennifer & Kitty
Just found your channel ❤️ I would love to try each project. Thanks for being out there!
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
I love these tutorials! For 4mm or 6mm beads, what size elastic cord would you recommend?
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
@@TheONeilSisters thank you so much!
You are very welcome! Let us know if you need any more help!
Jennifer & Kitty
Appreciate your lovely sharing!
Thanks for watching!
J&K
🤩🤩😘 Lessens my fears! Thank you for this great tip of securing stretch bracelets.
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
@@TheONeilSisters ❤💛💚 Thank You!
Where do you buy your spacers & charms, alibaba?
We buy beads at Michaels, Joann, Hobby Lobby. And online from Amazon, FireMountainGems.com, and Etsy!
J&K
Thank you for the great video! May I ask where you got your background from? It's very nice.
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
@@TheONeilSisters it looks very real! Thanks for your reply.😊
How many cost of this braslate please soon reply me
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
What size is the elastic beading cord?
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
Simple yet beautiful! Thank you for sharing💜
Thanks June!
J&K
Hi. Nice video! What size stretch cord did you use & what size is the hole in the beads?
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
Thanks!
Where can I bought this stones ?
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
You said to string 6 beads at the beginning,,, dont you mean 7?
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
@@TheONeilSisters Thank you so much!
You are welcome!
J&K
Where do you buy your beads?
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
Thank you
You are welcome!
J&K
CUTE
Thanks Andrea!
J&K
Very pretty!
Thanks Laurie!
J&K