Macramé
Power Bead Ankle Bracelet

You Need:

• 12 Feet #20 Hemp
• Power Beads
• Masking Tape
• Scissors

Instructions:

Cut hemp into two 6' lengths. Fold each piece so one end is 18" long and the other end is 4½' long. Hold both pieces together at the fold and tie an overhand knot so you have a loop no bigger than 3/4".

Tape the folded loop the table. Tape the two shorter holding cords to the table at the ends. Tie a square knot (see illustrated directions below.)

Slide a power bead on the middle holding cords. If you have trouble fitting the bead onto both strands, trim off one strand close to the knot. Push the bead up close to the knot. Use the outer cord to tie another square knot snugly up under the power bead. Continue with beads and knots until you have enough to fit around your ankle.

Finish with an overhand knot. Trim cord ends leaving a few inches to tie around your ankle.

Making the square knots:
Cross strand 1 over strands 2 & 3 and under strand 4.	| Bring strand 4 under strands 2 & 3, then up through the loop created by strand 1. Tighten.	Cross strand 1 over strands 2 & 3 and under strand 4.	Bring strand 4 under strands 2 & 3, then up through the loop created by strand 1. Tighten.

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