How to Make Friendship Bracelets?

"A friend is a gift you give yourself." - Robert Louis Stevenson

I guess almost every one of us would agree Robert Louis Stevenson! After all, true friends cannot be measured, only treasured. If you have few true friends, you should consider yourself as the richest person on earth! Friendship is one such bond that lasts forever unlike love, which tends to fade at times. Therefore, Friendship Day is always celebrated the world over on the first Sunday of the month of August. On this day, friends get-together and have a fun time celebrating this bond by gifting each other friendship bands and cards. Although one can celebrate the beautiful bond of friendship anytime of the year, Friendship Day only adds to the reasons one needs to celebrate! Making your own friendship bracelets helps to lend that unique touch to your gift. So, this year you can actually display your creativity by making them at home. If you have often wondered how to make friendship bracelets, then here is a look at some easy steps!

How to Make Friendship Bracelets:
Method 1:
What you will need:
Colorful beads
String
Scissors
Clasps

Steps to make a beaded friendship bracelet:
First, you would need to cut the required length of the string and then knot one end of it. Use nice assorted varieties of beads that blend well in terms of colors and string them in any pattern as per your preference. Remember to leave some space to tie a knot at the other end. Once done, tie the knot and attach the clasp.

Method 2:
What you will need:
Some colorful threads and a little creativity!

Steps to make a colorful friendship bracelet:
First you need to select two colored embroidery threads to make the bracelet. Then, cut each thread into 27-inch strands (three in number). This will give you six strands. Then, hold all the ends of these strands and tie them into a knot. Next, divide the strands into two halves. Ensure you divide three strands on each color in each half. Now, pick all the three strands that belong to one half and wrap it around the other half of the strands, which are of another color. This will result in a colorful loop of strands. Once done, poke the strands through the loop and knot it tightly. This will form a single knot. Then, repeat this entire process for the strands, which are on the right side. Keep repeating the steps to complete the bracelet till you complete the entire length of the bracelet.

Method 3: (Simple and Easy!)
Steps to make a friendship bracelet by plaiting
You would only need some colored threads and a friend to help to make this very easy friendship bracelet! Choose any three colors that you like. Next, take two strands of each color. Then, tie a knot at the end of the 6 strands. Request your friend to hold the knotted end of the friendship bracelet. You would now need to begin plaiting the three colors together. Once you have achieved the desired length, tie a knot at the other end. Gently snip off any jagged edges of the thread.

With some creativity, you can use these ideas to make colorful and unique friendship bracelets to surprise your friends. Experiment and innovate to find new options.