How to make a simple stretch bracelet

Stretchy bracelets are the easiest to make, and require the fewest tools. You can also make a dainty one using clear stretch wire and beads. Here is a list of what you will need:
Beading stretch wire (like fishing wire only stretchy) 

Beads (small and large)

Scissors

craft clip

Super glue (craft glue)

Measure your wrist and cut the stretch wire a little bit longer. Take the beading stretch wire and wrap it one and a half times around your wrist. Cut it with a pair of sharp scissors. You are making it slightly larger so that you can knot it later.

Hold the stretch wire  between your fingers and stretch it gently. This will prevent the stretch wire   from stretching out later on and creating gaps.

Fold some tape over one of the ends of the stretch wire. This will prevent the beads from sliding off while you work. If you do not have any tape, or if the tape won't stick, use a binder clip instead.

Put the beads onto the stretch wire.  You do not need a needle for this; most elastic is stiff enough that you can put the bead directly onto the string. Hold the stretch wire   close to the end, and slip the beads on.
Try to put the bead with the largest hole on first. Once you finish the bracelet, you can hide the knot by sliding it under that bead.

Keep adding beads until you have the length you want. Be sure to wrap the bracelet round your wrist from time to time. The first and last bead should be touching, and the bracelet should be somewhat loose. You do not want it to stretch around your wrist. If you see any gaps or cord, you will need more beads.

Take the tape or clip off, and tie a square/surgeon knot. Start by folding the two ends of the stretch wire  over and under each other, like tying a pair of shoes. Tie another knot like it but don't tighten it yet; you will have something that looks like a ring. Wrap one of the tail ends around one side of the circle. Do the same thing for the other side. Now you can tighten the knot.

Try to slide the knot under one of the adjacent beads. This will determine how you finish off the bracelet. Be sure to have a bottle of super glue ready.
If you can slide the knot under one of the beads, trim off the extra string and put a drop of glue over the knot. Slide the knot under the bead.
If you can't fit the knot under one of the beads, tuck the tail ends inside the beads instead. Put a drop of glue on top of the knot to seal it.

Bethany
http://www.inspireddesignes.com