18 DIY Friendship Bracelet Ideas – How to Make Friendship Bracelets – countryliving.com
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Could you get through an hour—much less an entire day—without your best friend? Absolutely not. When you need an empathetic ear, a helping hand, a drinking buddy, a trusty advisor, or all of the above all at once, your best friend always has you covered. So why not let the world know how much your BFF means to you in a classic, timeless way: Give the gift of the friendship bracelet. That’s right, folks, friendship bracelets are back in a big way—even for those who might be a little old for summer camp—and you can easily master these simple DIY bracelet techniques in winter, summer, spring, or fall. Our advice: Make it a group activity. Host a crafting potluck for a summer camp-inspired crafter-noon. Invite the gang, tell them what to bring, toast up some marshmallows, crank up your favorite campfire songs, and get to work on buddy bracelets. The good news is that friendship bracelets have come a long way since the 1990s, and now there’s a style fit for even your most sophisticated BFF. We’ve gathered 18 easy friendship bracelet ideas that will get you in the crafting spirit and inspire your best friend to make room on his or her wrist.
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Heart Friendship Bracelet
These classic plaited bracelets get a stylish upgrade with colorful tassels, which help with the sometimes tricky one-handed bracelet tie.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
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Folded Watercolor Paper Friendship Bracelets
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Easy Button Friendship Bracelet
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Stamped Initial Friendship Bracelets
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Woven Yarn Friendship Bangles
Friendship bracelets don’t have to be sophomoric. The bangle-loving best friend will gladly offer up her arm for these colorful pieces. Tip: You can buy wood bangles in bulk or recover thrifted bangles.
Get the tutorial at My Poppet Makes.
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Yarn-Wrapped Slap Friendship Bracelets
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Classic Monochromatic Friendship Bracelet
These easy DIY kits come with a pack of five bracelets in monochromatic shades, so that means you can color-coordinate with the four best people in your world.
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Heart Knot Friendship Bracelets
Durable soft suede leather cord makes these super-sweet friendship bracelets stand the test of time.
Get the tutorial at Heart Sew.
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Washi Tape Friendship Bracelets
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Heart Friendship Bracelet
Because you can never get too literal when it comes to letting your best friend know that they have your whole heart.
Get the tutorial at I Spy DIY.
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Paper-Wrapped Friendship Bangles
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Crepe Paper Friendship Bracelet
Next time you’re at a birthday party, stuff some of those streamers in your purse. Then you’ll have plenty on hand to craft these oh-so-easy paper bracelets.
Get the tutorial at Babble Dabble Do.
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Charm Bangle Friendship Bracelets
Only you and your best friend know if you generally bond over ice cream sundaes or Cosmopolitans—that is until you show the world your matching charm bracelets.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
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Fabric Bead Friendship Bracelet
For a scrappy take on a friendship bracelet, scoop up your fabric remnants, beads, and memory wire, and get to work
Get the tutorial at Hello Glow.
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Classic Chevron Friendship Bracelet
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Braided Clay Friendship Bracelets
Get extra points by presenting your BFF a bracelet that looks really hard to make but is actually super easy. The clay doesn’t dry until you give it a quick bake in the oven.
Get the tutorial at Delighted Momma.
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Watermelon Bead Friendship Bracelet
Nothing says summer like watermelon, and this friendship bracelet will keep your summer vibes going long after the weather turns cool.
Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte.
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