Written by Alyssa Scott
Are you looking for a unique and sustainable way to show your best friend you care? Why not treat them to a handmade, totally customizable and easy knit friendship bracelet!
A bracelet that only takes 10 MINUTES to make!
There are so many ways that a friendship bracelet can be made, but the best way to show someone how much they mean to you is by starting with love. A handmade gift for your best friend is a beautiful gift with a personal touch, and something you can’t just buy off a shelf. Use this easy tutorial to create a bracelet for all your loved ones, they make great gifts for almost any occasion (especially National Friendship Day)
The i cord knitting technique is ideal for creating accessories, and any style of yarn can be used to create this one of a kind gift. The i cord technique is great for making bracelets or other accessories because it is simple and sturdy, as well as super quick to make! You don’t need a lot of experience to create this super simple project.
Materials:
- Double pointed knitting needles
- Yarn. We used our Chiffon Ribbon Yarn, but you could also use:
- Sari Silk Ribbon Yarn
- Block Printed Handmade Sari Silk Ribbon Yarn
- Sparkle Worsted Weight Silk Yarn
- Premium Sari Silk Handspun Yarn
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Step 1:
Using a pair of double pointed knitting needles, cast on 3 sts.
Step 2:
Knit across
Step 3:
Do not turn your work, instead slide all 3 sts down to the other point of the knitting needle.Step 4:
Your working yarn will now be coming from the opposite side of the work as you may be used to. With firm tension, knit across as normal.
Step 5:
Continue working step 3-4 until the bracelet reaches the desired length.
Step 6:
Bind off and break yarn.
Step 7:
Being careful not to twist, seam edges together to create bracelet and weave in ends.
With this easy to follow tutorial, anyone can make a special gift for the important people in life. Use different colors of yarn to customize each bracelet, you can even add beads or charms for a personal touch.
Whether they’re near or far, celebrate national friendship day with your bff by giving them a special gift made by you!
Alyssa began working at Darn Good Yarn in the spring of 2021. She has been knitting and crocheting as a hobby since childhood. Alyssa graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Gender and Women’s Studies, with a minor in Social Justice