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- Faye N on “Spring Rainbow Necklace”:
“This is absolutely adorable I want to try this one! Thank you for posting the directions!…” read »
- kye on “Taking a Break”:
“Your work is always so fun and fantastic. I really like the chain in your earrings.…” read »
- Jogi on “Stolen idea!”:
“Thanks CC. The two pictures with a white background are the photos I took of…” read »
- kye on “Pablo”:
“Very cool Pablo pendant. I bet your necklace will start a conversation. Nice mix of interesting…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Wood Spirit”:
“So lovely. You have really outdone yourself. And I echo all the comments above.…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “Stolen idea!”:
“Jogi, thanks for the wire gauge info--that is some large wire. The earrings are great…” read »
- Jogi on “Wood Spirit”:
“I just love this. For some reason it makes me think of a spring in…” read »
- Jogi on “Stolen idea!”:
“Thank you everyone! Yes, I love about all Calder. Mobiles have always been so…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Wood Spirit”:
“This is a creative beautiful necklace! The focal is outstanding. I agree with CC…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “Wood Spirit”:
“Love the natural vibe using rough cut nuggets & leather together. All the elements are…” read »
- Fresh Baked on “Stolen idea!”:
“Love your homage to Calder’s work! The earrings are fabulous! I know how hard brass…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “Stolen idea!”:
“Wow, I love these! Every piece is super cool. There is something about the…” read »
- Beady Little Eyes on “Wood Spirit”:
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- Beady Little Eyes on “Stolen idea!”:
“Wow. Great bracelet, earrings and wall hanging. Just beautiful. Love the earrings with the bent wires.…” read »
- kye on “May Showers Bring Spring Flowers”:
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- kye on “Kinda Wacky”:
“Such a neat focal and bracelet. I like how half is rich dark colors and half…” read »
- Beady Little Eyes on “Birdies Sing and Everything”:
“Thank you all so much. Robin - It's 20 inches long (inside). The focal adds 2…” read »
- Melody F on “Birdies Sing and Everything”:
“Lovely! I like all the flowery detail. The hummingbirds are the perfect inhabitants of…” read »
- sweetjane on “Birdies Sing and Everything”:
“Quite mesmerizing!! I think that's an accurate adjective to use. Truly a work of art.…” read »
- sweetjane on “Stolen idea!”:
“Neat earrings...all of them. I believe I have heard of him and admired his work. I…” read »
- K Ralston on “Birdies Sing and Everything”:
“Wow. There's so much to see here! It's just beautiful. I love the little hummingbirds. I'm…” read »
- Robin nursechick on “Stolen idea!”:
“What a great wall decor-I love that! Your earrings are beautiful- they remind me of water…” read »
- Jogi on “Stolen idea!”:
“I tried to fix the name, it is Alexander Calder. The edit seems to be…” read »
- Jogi on “Stolen idea!”:
“Here are my two other sets of earrings. Yeah, Pam, my favorites of his were…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Stolen idea!”:
“Your bracelet is wonderful! His wall hanging really caught my eye followed by your bracelet.…” read »
- Jogi on “Birdies Sing and Everything”:
“BLE, this is beautiful! WOW! I just love the way you used the hummers…” read »
- Jogi on “Fly fishing lure #1”:
“Too cute! Go for it! When I clicked on the picture, I was not…” read »
- Robin nursechick on “Birdies Sing and Everything”:
“Beady, this necklace is fantastic. I too saw the focal and thought of lily of…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “Birdies Sing and Everything”:
“Beady, this is absolutely beautiful! So colorful & sure to make smiles. I can…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Birdies Sing and Everything”:
“Wowza! There is much to see in this colorful spring, summer, and those gray days…” read »
- Beady Little Eyes on “Fly fishing lure #1”:
“Love your idea Pam. I think you should try it Robin.…” read »
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- sweetjane on “Compulsion Strikes Again”:
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- dolllady aka Pam on “Fly fishing lure #1”:
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- Robin nursechick on “Fly fishing lure #1”:
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- Beady Little Eyes on “Compulsion Strikes Again”:
“Love the owl. Is it ceramic? Lovely bracelet.…” read »
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- Beady Little Eyes on “Taking a Break”:
“Love the pink earrings with the chain. Your bracelet is also pretty - love the little…” read »

Aloha Kai Knotted Wrap Bracelet
by Andrea at Lima on 04/14/22
About this design:
Aloha Kai means love of the sea in the Hawaiian language. This bracelet emanates beachy vibes and takes me to my happy place. Wrap bracelets are great because you can also wear them as a necklace. I love all of the different shades of blue. 🐬
What you’ll need: (buy products below)
You will need 20lb natural hemp, 1 strand of each color of the Czech glass Trim-cut beads 2/0, 3 African reccled glass rounds, one sand dollar button and a tiny tassel or two. Feel free to embellish more.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Wrap the hemp around your wrist three times, then double it. Cut the hemp. Start stringing on your tri-cut beads in the order shown. Tie your knots as tight as you can up to the beads. Follow the tip below for knotting help. See Tip: Chinese Knotting Cord |
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Step 2: Finish one end with a loop, and over-hand knot. Make sure the loop just fits over the button. On the other end I slide the hemp through the button loop twice then created a double knot. I used dots of glue to make sure my knots were secure. Now you're ready for the beach. |
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On Apr 14, 2022 at 8:28 pm #
P Grosselle says:I don’t understand how many strands and what colors are needed for this bracelet. Help please!
On Apr 15, 2022 at 4:40 am #
K Ralston says:I like the ocean feel of this one.
On Apr 15, 2022 at 12:12 pm #
kye says:Beautiful! So many gorgeous blues!
On Apr 17, 2022 at 7:44 am #
Andrea at Lima says:I used 5 different color strands, one strand for each color. Just pick 5 of your favorite strands that are listed in the buy products list.
On Apr 18, 2022 at 10:20 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Very pretty organic oceanic feel. Beautiful. Love the button clasp.
On Apr 18, 2022 at 2:03 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Andrea, I think you did a great job showcasing the 2/0 Tri-cuts in this sea inspired piece. I also like how this can do double duty as a bracelet or necklace. I’ve not made a wrap bracelet–but I might just give this a try!
On Apr 18, 2022 at 5:42 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:Beautiful bracelet! It looks like fun to make.