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Let's create 3 different styles of woven keychains. Square knot, twisted square knot and zipper knot. I show you from start to finish how to make all three of these styles and what materials you need.

Time stamps:

Supplies 0:20

How to start 0:28

Square knot 1:20

Twisted square knot 5:20

Zipper knot 8:39

How to finish 3:15 (square), 7:20 (twisted), 10:25 (zipper)

Supplies needed per keychain (suggested items are linked below):

• 1 metal clasp or keychain

• 1 yard each of 2 colors of 3 mm macrame cord (https://amzn.to/4gvhors)

• scissors

• comb

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How to make a twisted square knot friendship bracelet, plus: 

- how to make twisted, decorative ends (3:25)

 - an easy and fast way to string beads onto the ends (4:25) 

- how to make an adjustable closure (5:25) 

TIPS: 

 - I used 2 colors of embroidery floss (fuchsia and ombre' golden yellow), 2 strands of each color to make 4 total strands. 

 - You can use 1 strand per color for a thinner bracelet or more per color for a thicker bracelet. 

 - Each string is approximately 40" long.  

- I start my bracelets with a loop...after lining up the ends, fold the strings leaving about 10"-12" at one end then the rest on the other side so it is uneven.

 - Create a loop using an overhand knot. The long lengths are for weaving the knots around the shorter strand that is taped or secured down. 

- I use the loop to make an adjustable closure.  

- I also like using a safety pin to secure it, which is optional.  

Enjoy!