Thursday, November 4, 2010

Bohemian Jones DIY Jewelry Project...

About Jamie…
Known for one-of-a-kind pieces and her artful use of contrast, Jamie loves taking a classic accessory and changing it just enough to make it unique! This idea is the inspiration behind the Bohemian Jones name: expressing individual flair (Bohemian), while maintaining an appreciation for tradition (Jones)!
Not only is Jamie going to show us how to make an amazing bracelet… she’s giving it away to one lucky EMM reader… To be eligible to win you just have to be an Earth Monkeys “Friend” on Facebook…





Supplies Needed…
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3ft – Leather or Faux Cord, Button (with only 2 holes), Beads of your choice
Step 1
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Measure out 3 ft of cord
Step 2
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Fold cord in half
Step 3
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Make a “balloon” knot at the folded end of your cord, the width of your button.
Step 4
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String both pieces of cord with beads
Step 5
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The beading length will vary depending on your wrist measurement. When sizing, be sure to include the space of your button.
Step 6
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Make another “balloon” knot at the end of your bead work
Step 7 
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Thread your button onto one side of the cord
Step 8
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Bringing both pieces of cord back together, make another “balloon” knot to secure the button in place
Step 9
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Make a regular knot to finish off the bracelet
Step 10
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Trim off the excess cord, leaving just a little for look
Finished Product!
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These make great bracelets for men and women, and kids love stringing their own designs! Enjoy and let us know what you think on Earth Monkeys’ Facebook page today… who knows, your comment could win you this bracelet:)
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Check Out Bohemian Jones’ on Facebook… or www.bohemianjones.com
You can also find Bohemian Jones in Etsy
OR E-Mail Jamie directly for more information about her line at jamie@bohemianjones.com