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Time Required :
About an hour
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

turtle and shell stretch bracelet stack

No matter the time of year you can always have a little of the beach with you with this Turtle and Shell Stretch Bracelet Stack! See below for the instructions to learn how to make this super cute easy DIY!
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Step 1

Cut 10" of stretch cord for each stretch bracelet you want to make.
TIP: This is for a 7" bracelet when finished. If you need a longer length, adjust as needed.

Step 2

Add a bead bug to one end of a stretch cord.
TIP: This is a great tool to use when stringing beads to keep them from falling off the cord. You can also use tape or even a binder clip if a bead bug isn’t available.

Step 3

Add your beads as desired.

Step 4

Tie the ends together in an overhand knot and then a surgeon’s knot, Add a dab of glue to the knot. Let dry.
TIP: To make a surgeon’s knot, perform the actions of an overhand knot, but before you pull it tight, wrap the tail around a second time, then pull tight.

Step 5

Tuck the ends into about three adjacent beads and trim excess cord.

Step 6
Repeat Steps 2-5 for each stretch bracelet in your stack.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Beadalon G-S Hypo Cement®

    Item # 10332390 
    $11.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Bead Gallery® Rondelle Shell Beads, White

    Item # 10322344 
    Buy One Get One Free - Add 2 items to qualify See Details See Details
    Buy one item at regular price & get the second of equal or lesser value free. Excludes clearance.
    $9.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Aqua Shell Chip Beads By Bead Landing™

    Item # 10547764 
    Buy One Get One Free - Add 2 items to qualify See Details See Details
    Buy one item at regular price & get the second of equal or lesser value free. Excludes clearance.
    $11.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Stretch Magic® Bead & Jewelry Cord, .5mm

    Item # 10030784 
    $4.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Bead Gallery® Striped River Shell Lentil Beads, 20mm

    Item # 10140086 
    Buy One Get One Free - Add 2 items to qualify See Details See Details
    Buy one item at regular price & get the second of equal or lesser value free. Excludes clearance.
    $5.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    The Bead Buddy® Mini Bead Bug

    Item # 10121909 
    $7.99
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Loops & Threads™ Straight Scissors

    Item # 10454201 
    $8.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Bead Gallery® Medium Tortoise Reconstituted Stone Beads, White

    Item # 10471745 
    Buy One Get One Free - Add 2 items to qualify See Details See Details
    Buy one item at regular price & get the second of equal or lesser value free. Excludes clearance.
    $9.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Bead Gallery® White Shell Round Spacer Beads

    Item # 10447930 
    Buy One Get One Free - Add 2 items to qualify See Details See Details
    Buy one item at regular price & get the second of equal or lesser value free. Excludes clearance.
    $5.99
 
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Instructions
Step 1

Cut 10" of stretch cord for each stretch bracelet you want to make.
TIP: This is for a 7" bracelet when finished. If you need a longer length, adjust as needed.

Step 2

Add a bead bug to one end of a stretch cord.
TIP: This is a great tool to use when stringing beads to keep them from falling off the cord. You can also use tape or even a binder clip if a bead bug isn’t available.

Step 3

Add your beads as desired.

Step 4

Tie the ends together in an overhand knot and then a surgeon’s knot, Add a dab of glue to the knot. Let dry.
TIP: To make a surgeon’s knot, perform the actions of an overhand knot, but before you pull it tight, wrap the tail around a second time, then pull tight.

Step 5

Tuck the ends into about three adjacent beads and trim excess cord.

Step 6
Repeat Steps 2-5 for each stretch bracelet in your stack.

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