Looking for a fun and funky craft to get the whole family into, if you kids haven’t already tried these hot, new bracelets? Look no further and read on.
Last week, for the first ever, PinCentive Blog Hop, I was so very happy and honored to share with you the latest craze that all the young kids are now into through my brother, who works at AC Moore.
It is a crafty and fun activity that many commented brought them back to when the where younger. I have to admit, it also made me recall my youth and how I used to make knitted friendship bracelets with yarn.
If you missed how to make and create the original rubber band bracelets, click here.
For who have mastered that bracelet and are looking for more of a challenge, please read on how to make your very own Fringe Rubber Band Bracelets, which are a bit more challenging, but definitely just as much fun as the original if not more.
Supplies:
- Crochet Hook
- Stretch Band Loops
- Scissors
Instructions:
- Follow the instructions for the Basic Stretch Loop Rubber Band Bracelet. This can be completed with a crochet hook. Stretch BandLoop Tool or a loom (whatever you have and feel comfortable with).
- Take colors of the rubber bands that you were working with and cut them so they are rubber band “strips”.
- This can get a little tricky, but it’s worth the effort! Start looping the strips through each loop of the bracelet and just tie in an overhand knot. The picture graphic shows 2 strips tied per band on bracelet.
- Another way to help with tying on the bands is to stretch out the bracelet onto something and just tie the bands along doing it won’t look as full, but when it is no longer stretched out and placed on the wrist it will look full and funky. Create a bunch to roll onto your arm; for a festive look, you can even create in color combinations for the holidays!
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massholemommy says
Those are wicked cool and I totally want to run and make one. Right now.
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Janine Huldie says
Thanks Robin and I know I couldn't resist, because they really looked so cool and fun to me. I hope you do make them and keep me posted if you do!! 🙂
dishofdailylife says
Cute craft! I remember when I was little we made bracelets all the time. I know my daughter made them when she was younger too!
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Janine Huldie says
Michelle, totally does bring me back and am truly happy to share, because it really is making me recall some great times when I was younger, too!! 🙂
Rosey says
Not just the young kids, my high schooler and her friends LOVE making these right now. 🙂
Janine Huldie says
I know Rosey, I am seeing them everywhere now. My niece made me two and now where them myself!! 🙂
LisaAndAshley says
Both of my girls would LOVE those bracelets! They are adorable!-Ashley
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Janine Huldie says
Thanks Ashley and hoping they try them. Let me know if they do!! 🙂
Nellie says
These are SUPER fun, and I would wear them all the time 🙂 I need to get my crafty side to make some of these! 😉
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Janine Huldie says
Nellie, I know I really need to get my crafty hat on for these and seriously so much fun!! 🙂
Billybuc says
I don't think this is for me, Janine, but I'll pass it on to Bev's daughter. Have a wonderful day!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Bill and hope Bev's daughter does try this!! Have a great day now, too!! 🙂
Kristi Campbell says
Those are SO adorable! They almost make me want to have another baby so that I can maybe get a girl this time. The key word is almost because no way am I having another baby now – but those adorable bracelets make me want to!
Janine Huldie says
You made me giggle Kristi, because I said something similar the other day in reverse, but then I qualified it the way you did, because I am so done and seriously cannot go back there again either!! Glad to know it isn't just me that feels this way though!!
tamaralikecamera says
Now that you've posted these, I keep seeing them everywhere! Maybe they were already there and I just didn't notice. Scarlet has one and I wasn't there when she got it! I'd love a rainbow one. And Kristi made me giggle too. She always does.
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Janine Huldie says
Tamara, I seriously am still smiling from Kristi's comment and love her for that today, because I am so in need of some smiles before dropping my girls off to school this afternoon. But I know they are everywhere now and I know own two courtesy of my niece, but I too would love some more!! 🙂
realhousewife says
I love the fringe too! Ok well I've decided I'll give it a try and after a few good effort tries if it doesn't work…I'll just tell the kids to strap the damn colored rubber and around their wrist and call it a day!
Janine Huldie says
Lol, you totally made me laugh here for sure and love your sentiment, Kelly!! 🙂
NuggetOnABudget says
I've only just figured out that those rubber band bracelets are all the rage right now. They seem pretty fun to make, though! If Sofia was older I think I would buy a kit to make with her. Although I secretly would buy one just for myself, lol. Sofia does love her "pretties"…so it might be a gift for her birthday. Thanks for the tutorial and hope you have a good day! xoxo
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Janine Huldie says
Kera, I know my almost 9 year old niece not only makes the bracelets, but now she started with the necklaces, too. Seriously this thing is huge and I know if my girls were older would so be making with them. But will also say they too love their pretty jewelry, so if I did make they would probably be wearing all of them!! 🙂
stephanie2006 says
Those are too cute, Janine! I can imagine doing something like that as a pony tail ribbon!
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Janine Huldie says
Oh that would be an awesome Pony Tail Holder for sure and great thought, Stephanie!! 🙂
Judy Haughton-James says
Great idea! Very creative Janine. Thanks for sharing.
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Janine Huldie says
Totally my pleasure and thank you Judy for hosting and linking with us, too!! 🙂
Sara says
After I read all about them last week on your blog I noticed my local paper did an article about this trend. This bracelet looks fun and I need to share with my nieces,
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Janine Huldie says
I can't believe how huge this has become Sara and still seems unreal. Let me know what your nieces think!! 🙂
ourhomeonderanged says
Looks like a lot of fun, but I readily admit that I'm pretty clutzy with anything to with crocheting or knitting. Here's hoping I don't put an eye out while trying this!
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Janine Huldie says
Lol, please don't poke an eye out on me, Melissa. Seriously just another thing we have in common, because I am definitely clutsy, too!! 🙂
Christie Cottage says
What a fun bracelet!
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Janine Huldie says
Thanks Christie and glad you liked this one!!! 🙂
Elena says
These bracelets are fabulous Janine; how adorable! By the way, I noticed the Hanna Andersson ad. They have to be my favorite store. I go in there every season to do Alivia's clothes shopping! There clothes are the best! Thanks for linking up to the hop :o)
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Janine Huldie says
Oh totally my pleasure and seriously just so happy to be a part of your hop. And I know I too love Hannah Anderson ever since I found them for Emma’s second Christmas outfit. Seriously she had the cutest dress and tights from them and this started my love of then for sure!! 🙂
writermarie says
My girls are ga ga over the rubber band bracelets, but this is a funky twist on the craft! I will have to share it with them! Thanks for the inspiration! Following you now on BlogLovin' and found your blog through BloggyMoms!
Janine Huldie says
I love to hear this Marie and thank you for sharing and so glad you stopped by today!! 🙂
Lanaya says
Too cute … the last thing Rey needs is bracelets at this moment in time. Maybe I'll ship her to you and you can do the project with her! LOL — she busted a couple of her other bracelets the other day, beads everywhere! UGH!
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Janine Huldie says
I know the feeling well ad would tell you this is the way I feel about Play Dough and want no part of it my house after the mess I had over the summer with it! But these really aren't as bad as that, but will say it is more my older niece making them and not my kids either yet, but had to share. Thanks again for hosting and hoping you are feeling a bit better tonight!! 🙂 xoxo!!