The Stripe

DIY: Shashi inspired Adjustable Gemstone Friendship Bracelet

After braiding, knotting, and friendship bracelet-ing my way for summer, it’s time to retire my armful of crazy friendship bracelets and bright colors for just a bit more sophistication.  As much as I love neons and brights, I’m craving rich jewel tones for Fall.  When it comes to my wristwear of choice, Shashi’s Rachel Gemstone Bracelet fits the bill.  A little more luxe, a little more polished, but still ready to pile on by the armful.  (And, lucky for us… incredibly easy to make, as well.)

Materials / Where to Buy:   Embroidery Floss  (I used Lion Brand Cotton Bon Bons) // Glass or Gemstone Beads of your choice // Gold Beads // Beading Needle (Get this easy to thread kind.)

*To make the square knots, refer to this tutorial if you are not already familiar.

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29 Comments

  1. Sarah Pickell:

    cute! definitely could make a bunch of these for some of my sorority sisters as a cute little “happy start of the semester” gift!!

    9.6.12 Reply
    • graceatwood:

      Love that idea! I hope you do it, these are so fun and you can make them in so many good color combos..

      9.6.12 Reply
      • Sarah Pickell:

        I just picked out the beads I want to use…this is going to be my weekend project! Can’t wait!!

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  2. Viviana Carmona:

    Another amazing DIY!

    9.6.12 Reply
    • graceatwood:

      thanks, Viv!

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  3. Gina Michele:

    Very pretty- I love those colors together!

    Gina Michele

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    9.6.12 Reply
    • graceatwood:

      thanks so much, Gina!

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  4. christin schindewolf:

    I really LOVE these bracelets! 

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    • Grace Atwood:

      aw, thanks lady! xo

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  5. Brynn {chartreuse & a twist}:

    so pretty!!! i love your endless creativity…so inspiring 🙂 XO brynn

    9.6.12 Reply
    • Grace Atwood:

      Aw, you are too sweet, Brynn!  So happy you like them!

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  6. alelasirah:

    Love the concept!!! Great job!!
    http://fashionablyspeakn.blogspot.com/2012/09/the-bumble-bee-bump.html

    9.6.12 Reply
    • Grace Atwood:

      Thank you so much!

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  7. gameday stylist:

    Gorgeous! Love those – going to have to take a stab at making them 🙂 

    – Sara @ Gameday Stylist

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    • Grace Atwood:

      I hope you do – they are really fun to make!

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  8. Mornin_storie:

    Quick question: Did you use 6mm or 8mm beads? I’m gathering all of my supplies, but can’t decde between the 6 or 8mm beads I have. Thanks for the great inspiration!

    9.8.12 Reply
    • graceatwood:

      I used a mix. I’d go for the 6mm though, I like the way the smaller size beads look best!

      9.11.12 Reply
  9. tanya_caines:

    Very pretty xx

    9.8.12 Reply
    • graceatwood:

      thank you, Tanya!

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  10. Lila Sirena:

    Hi Grace, I love your blog!
    Here’s my DIY bracelet using beads… http://lilasirena.blogspot.mx/2012/11/diy-skull-bracelet.html

    11.14.12 Reply