I Didn’t Realize THIS About Pattern 85620

Hey everyone, it’s Kevin (aka AWOL)! Today we’re diving into pattern #85620 from friendship-bracelets.net—and wow, this one surprised me. I usually rotate designs clockwise, but today I’m switching it up with a counterclockwise twist. Join me as I decode the pattern, experiment with color balance, and figure out how the center actually works (spoiler: it’s trickier than it looks!).

Along the way, I’ll show you how I use my template to test layout, make flips, and ensure symmetry—plus a handy trick for recoloring with the paint tool that could save you serious time.

And here is my pattern. Click it to get the PDF in higher resolution.

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Hey, it’s Kevin (aka AWOL)! Today I’m tackling pattern #85620 from friendship-bracelets.net, paired with kumi braid #8639 for the loop. It looked simple—just two alternating rows—but it absolutely tricked me! Between counting mistakes, direction changes, and my ADHD brain forgetting where I was, this one took a bit longer than expected (70 minutes instead of my usual 60 for 12-string bracelets).

✨ The twist? I used variegated floss for one of the two colors, and it added a whole new layer of complexity and charm. I talk through the benefits of using a solid + variegated combo and why too many color changes can make your bracelet patterns muddy.

💡 Pro tip: This pattern isn’t super beginner-friendly due to the zigzag row effects, but once you get into the rhythm, it’s very satisfying. Just don’t get too distracted—trust me on that one 😆